Basem Hamid

Basem Hamid, a venerated neurologist and pain medicine specialist, began his illustrious medical career after graduating from Damascus University with an M.D. His educational journey started in Damascus, Syria, where he excelled as the valedictorian of his high school class in 1989, paving his way into one of Syria's most prestigious medical schools.

After completing his degree in 1995, Basem Hamid, MD, moved to the United States to further his training, starting with an internship at Mount Sinai University Services in New York City in 1996. His quest for knowledge led him to West Virginia University, where, from 1997 to 2001, he completed a residency in internal medicine and neurology, eventually rising to the position of Chief Resident in Neurology.

His profound interest in pain medicine took him to the University of Iowa's Department of Anesthesia in 2002, where he completed a fellowship in pain medicine.