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4 Best Neurologists in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

A referral to see neurologists in Johannesburg usually follows something unsettling, migraines that will not quit, a stroke scare, or a diagnosis that needs a second opinion. Ratings across the practices on this page run from 4.2 to 4.9, a wider spread than most specialties, and that gap is worth paying attention to before you book.

Short answer: Osman S has the most reviews on this list (163 reviews at 4.5 stars), praised for attentive, unhurried consultations. Prof Christos Profyris, a neurosurgeon, holds the highest rating at 4.9 across 46 reviews, with patients describing life-changing outcomes on complex cases like brain tumors and stroke-related bypass surgery. Costs vary widely by whether you need a consultation, imaging, or surgery.
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How Johannesburg's Neurologists Compare

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Osman S 4.5 ★ 163 General neurology consultations View ›
2 Dr Michael B Huth Neurologist 4.2 ★ 93 Long-term migraine management View ›
3 Prof Christos Profyris 4.9 ★ 46 Brain tumor & vascular neurosurgery View ›
4 Dr Samantha Nash 4.6 ★ 30 Spinal & complex neurosurgery View ›
4 Best Neurologists in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Osman S logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Osman S

4.5163 Google reviews

Dr Soraya Osman practices neurology from a clinic inside Garden City Clinic in Mayfair West. Reviewers describe her reviewing MRI scans, prescribing and adjusting medication, and following up carefully on ongoing conditions. She has built the deepest review base on this list, with the volume suggesting a steady, long-running general neurology practice.

What people praise

  • Most-reviewed neurologist on this list, with a track record built over time
  • Reviewers describe her as thorough, patient, and unrushed during consultations
  • Reviews her patients' MRI scans and test results in detail
  • Personally apologizes and follows up when scheduling issues arise

Worth knowing

  • Some reviewers report scheduling and front-desk communication issues
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume163 · 98th
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown83% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most established general neurology option here, with a rating that reflects mostly strong clinical care despite some administrative friction reviewers flag separately from the doctor herself.

+27114955044 Directions

House 6a, Garden City Clinic, 35 Bartlett Rd, Mayfair West, Johannesburg, 2092

Dr Michael B Huth Neurologist logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Michael B Huth Neurologist

4.293 Google reviews

Dr Michael B Huth practices neurology at Netcare Hospital in Orange Grove. Reviews are notably split: several patients describe him managing migraines and neurological conditions successfully over years, including cases other neurologists could not resolve, while a smaller number describe long waits and rushed consultations.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers credit him with resolving conditions other neurologists could not
  • Described as calm and confidence-inspiring by long-term patients
  • Accessible for follow-up according to at least one reviewer

Worth knowing

  • Several reviewers describe long waiting times without explanation
  • A few reviews raise concerns about consultation pacing and communication
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.2 / 5
Review volume93 · 93th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 months ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown81% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reviews here run wider than the other names on this list. Long-term patients speak highly of the clinical outcome, but it is worth asking about wait times when you book.

+27116473559 Directions

Netcare Hospital, 24 12th Ave, Orange Grove, Johannesburg, 2192

Prof Christos Profyris logo
#3

Prof Christos Profyris

4.946 Google reviews

Prof Christos Profyris is an Adjunct Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of the Witwatersrand, practicing at Netcare Milpark Hospital. His practice is a super-specialist one, focused on brain and spinal cord tumors plus vascular neurosurgery including aneurysms, bypass surgery, and Moyamoya disease. He trained in minimally invasive keyhole neurosurgery in Sydney before returning to Johannesburg.

What people praise

  • Highest rating on this list at 4.9
  • Patients describe successful outcomes on complex cases including stroke-related bypass surgery
  • Takes time to explain diagnoses and involve patients in decisions, per multiple reviews
  • University-affiliated academic position alongside clinical practice

Worth knowing

  • This is a neurosurgery specialist practice rather than general neurology, so it fits a narrower set of cases
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume46 · 78th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The call to make if a scan has turned up a tumor or vascular issue that needs surgical evaluation rather than ongoing medical management.

Website+27100132681 Directions

9 Guild Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193

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#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Dr Samantha Nash

4.630 Google reviews

Dr Samantha Nash is a neurosurgeon based at Milpark Hospital in Parktown, treating spinal conditions, brain tumors, and vascular abnormalities of the brain and spine. Her site notes that most patients arrive through a referral from a GP or another specialist. Reviewers describe cases including spinal fusion surgery and cervical stenosis that other doctors had called untreatable.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe resolving pain other surgeons said was permanent
  • Calm, professional manner reviewers mention across multiple procedures
  • Works alongside other specialists on complex spinal cases

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer notes reception follow-up on medical aid paperwork could be smoother
  • Smaller review base than Osman S
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume30 · 57th
Confidenceearly
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown83% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong option for spinal and vascular neurosurgery specifically, with reviewers describing genuine relief after other doctors had run out of options.

Website+27810327646 Directions

Milpark Hospital Suite 206, West Wing, 9 Guild Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the doctor’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated them, ranked against other Johannesburg neurologists. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a rating built on more reviews carries more weight than the same score from a handful. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No practice can pay to change these numbers.

What does a neurology consultation cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Neurology and neurosurgery consultations in South Africa vary widely depending on whether you’re seeing a general neurologist or a specialist neurosurgeon, whether imaging is required, and your medical aid coverage. We don’t have a single trustworthy published rate across these practices, so confirm consultation fees and medical aid coding directly before booking.

Serving Johannesburg

The neurologists and neurosurgeons above practice out of Mayfair West, Orange Grove, and Parktown, all within reach of central Johannesburg. If you’re searching for a neurologist near me, confirm whether the practice is general neurology or a surgical specialty before booking, since the two serve different needs.

What to ask before you see a neurologist

  • Are you treating this as general neurology or does it need a surgical specialist?
  • What imaging or tests will you need before making a diagnosis?
  • What does a first consultation cost, and is it covered by my medical aid?
  • How long is the typical wait time for an appointment?
  • Who do I contact between visits if symptoms change?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these neurologists?

We started from real neurologists and neurosurgeons in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

What is the difference between a neurologist and a neurosurgeon?

A neurologist diagnoses and manages neurological conditions medically, while a neurosurgeon performs surgery on the brain, spine, or nervous system. Two of the practices here, Prof Christos Profyris and Dr Samantha Nash, are neurosurgeons.

Do I need a referral to see a neurologist in Johannesburg?

Most medical aid plans require a referral from a GP for specialist visits to be covered, and several of these practices note that referrals help ensure the right tests are done before your consultation.

The bottom line

Osman S is the most established general neurology option by review volume, while Prof Christos Profyris stands out for complex surgical cases with the highest rating on the list. Confirm whether you need general neurology or a surgical specialist before you book.

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