Tragedy shocks her admirers as prayers for mercy and forgiveness pour in Dr. Iman Khidr, one of the leading specialists in neurology and brain treatment

Social media erupted in the past hours following the death of Dr. Iman Mohamed Hussein Khidr, Professor of Psychiatric and Neurological Diseases at Assiut University, who tragically died in a car accident on the desert road at the entrance of Mallawi, Minya Governorate, on the way to Assiut, when the private car she was riding overturned on Thursday.

This event represents a major loss for the medical community, as Dr. Khidr was one of the most prominent specialists in brain and nerve treatment, significantly contributing to the advancement of medical sciences both locally and internationally.

Medical and academic circles mourned the late doctor, who received prestigious honors during her scientific career, including the State Appreciation Award in Medical Sciences presented by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in 2019, recognizing her dedication and research efforts.

Her scientific contributions focused on neurological diseases, publishing dozens of studies in renowned international journals and authoring seven specialized books on repetitive magnetic stimulation and neurotherapy, enhancing Egypt’s position in global scientific research.

The passing of Dr. Iman Khidr leaves a substantial void in the medical community, as she was a cornerstone in her specialty and had a clear impact on the development of brain and nerve treatment methods. Her memory and contributions remain a reference for future generations of doctors and researchers.