Dr. Asim Shahid, a leading pediatric neurologist who specializes in the treatment of childhood epilepsy, has been named chief of the Division of Pediatric Neurology at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Dr. Shahid was also recruited to Weill Cornell Medicine as an associate professor of clinical pediatrics. In his new role, Dr. Shahid will expand and enhance NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital’s world-class pediatric neurology and epilepsy services, providing patients with convenient access to outstanding care and leading specialists right in their community. The Division of Pediatric Neurology offers coordinated, comprehensive services across a broad range of neurological conditions. Dr. Shahid was previously the division chief of pediatric neurology and epilepsy at Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was also an associate professor of pediatrics. “Dr. Shahid is an exceptional leader and physician in the treatment of pediatric epilepsy and other neurological issues,” said Dr. Pramod Narula, chair of the Department of Pediatrics at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and a professor of clinical pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medicine. “His commitment to advancing research and providing high-quality care to patients and their families makes him the ideal choice for the position, and I look forward to working with him to expand our care offerings in Brooklyn.” “We are excited to welcome Dr. Shahid to NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital to lead our pediatric neurology program,” said Robert Guimento, president of NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. “Dr. Shahid is an outstanding physician and educator who is dedicated to delivering personalized, compassionate and world-class care to patients. His leadership will be a tremendous asset to the children and families we serve in this community.” As chief of pediatric neurology, Dr. Shahid will focus on expanding the program’s…