Biography
A Biography of Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad
Introduction
The September Morning That Changed Neurology in Bangladesh.
September 2012. Dhaka’s Agargaon, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar. A sprawling new hospital opens its doors. The Prime Minister herself is present. But the man who dreamed this building into existence stands quietly in the background – not seeking the spotlight, not claiming credit. He is a man who has spent five decades turning impossible dreams into brick-and-mortar realities.
That man is Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad. The institution is the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital (NINS) – today, one of the largest neuroscience hospitals in South Asia. But the question that echoes through every chapter of his life remains: How did a boy from the remote village of Lakshmipur in Faridpur – a place where neurology was a word no one understood – become the pioneer who brought world-class neurological care to millions of Bangladeshis? How did he rise from the dusty paths of Faridpur Zila School to a clinical fellowship at the University of Wisconsin, USA? How did he, as the 37th Principal of Dhaka Medical College (a position stretching back to the British era) and later as the 19th President of the Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS), reshape medical education in an entire nation? And how, even now, does he continue to see patients every evening, publish research, and mentor young doctors – as if retirement is a word that belongs to other people?
This is the epic of Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad – physician, teacher, researcher, administrator, and the quiet force behind Bangladesh’s neurology revolution.
At a Glance: Life of Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad
| Information | Details | Special Note |
| Full Name | Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad | Also spelled Quazi Deen Mohammad |
| Born | 1955 (some sources 1953), Lakshmipur village, Faridpur district | A brilliant student from a humble rural background |
| Father | Late Quazi Md. Abdur Rouf (Haji A. Rouf) | Pious and community-oriented |
| Mother | Late Tahirunnesa Begum | Homemaker |
| Spouse & Children | Information private | Maintains personal privacy |
| Profession | Director & Professor, Dept. of Neurology, NINS; Consultant at SPRC & Neurology Hospital | Physician, academic, researcher, administrator |
| Education | MBBS (Dhaka Medical College, 1978); FCPS (Medicine, BCPS, 1983); Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology (UW Madison, USA, 1989); MD (Neurology, University of Dhaka, 1994) | Internationally recognized qualifications |
| Key Positions | Founder Director, NINS (2012–2025, reappointed 2025); Principal, Dhaka Medical College (2008–2014) – 37th Principal; President, BCPS (2019–2023) – 19th President; Professor of Neurology, Dhaka Medical College (1996–2008) | Over 40 years of leadership |
| Specialization | Neurology – Stroke, Epilepsy, Peripheral Neuropathy, GBS, Neurodegenerative diseases | Advanced neurophysiology expertise |
| Research | 186 publications; Principal Investigator for Annexon 005 trial (GBS); Community surveys on stroke, epilepsy, dementia; collaborations with Sheffield, Erasmus MC, CDC Atlanta, icddr,b | Over 600 citations |
| International Reviewer | Journal of Neuroscience & Neurological Disorders (Netherlands); Hindawi (UK); Horizon Research (USA); Neurology Asia (Malaysia) | Esteemed peer reviewer |
| Highest Honors | Fellow, Bangladesh Academy of Sciences (2023); Honorary Fellowship, College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan; Professor Ibrahim Memorial Gold Medal; Best Teacher Award (DMC, 2004); Best Doctor Award (2005); Gold Medal (Mercantile Bank – Best Neurologist, 2009); Best Neurologist Award (Mirror Image Health, 2010) | Numerous national & international accolades |
| Controversy | Resigned as NINS Director in Feb 2025 amid doctors’ strike; reappointed later that year | Brief temporary departure |
| Current Status | Director of NINS (reappointed); Consultant at SPRC Hospital; active in research and teaching | Still fully engaged |
| Religion | Islam | Believes in faith and service |
Early Life
The Village of Lakshmipur – Where the Dream Took Root (1955–1970)
1955. The monsoon rains sweep across Faridpur. In the tiny village of Lakshmipur, a son is born to Quazi Md. Abdur Rouf and Tahirunnesa Begum. They name him Quazi Deen Mohammad – ‘Deen’ meaning faith, ‘Mohammad’ after the Prophet. They do not know that this child will one day bring healing to millions.
His father, known as Haji Abdur Rouf, is a deeply religious and community-respected man. His mother, Tahirunnesa, is a homemaker of quiet strength. The family is not wealthy. Their home has no electricity. Drinking water comes from a tube well. The roads are dirt paths that turn to rivers of mud when the rains come. But the absence of material wealth is filled by something else: a fierce commitment to education.
Young Deen Mohammad walks miles to the local primary school. He studies by the flickering light of a kerosene lamp. His father, though not formally educated himself, understands that knowledge is the only inheritance that cannot be stolen. “Read, my son,” he would say. “Read and rise.”
One memory never leaves him. An elderly neighbor suffers a stroke. The man is paralyzed on one side. In Faridpur in the 1960s, there is no neurologist, no CT scan, no rehabilitation. The family watches helplessly as the man wastes away. He dies within months – not from the stroke itself, but from bedsores, pneumonia, and neglect. Young Deen Mohammad stands at the funeral and asks his father: “Why couldn’t anyone help him?”
His father has no answer. But the boy makes a silent promise: “I will become the person who helps.”
He attends Faridpur Zila School – a historic institution established in 1851. He excels in science and mathematics. Teachers remember him as quiet, disciplined, and exceptionally bright. After passing his SSC, he enrolled at Government Rajendra College in Faridpur – another prestigious institution founded in 1918. He passed his HSC in science with the first division.
In 1973, he received the letter that changed everything: admission to Dhaka Medical College – the most prestigious medical school in the country. A village boy is going to the capital.
Education (1960–1994)
The journey from a kerosene-lit village home to the high-tech laboratories of the University of Wisconsin is not measured in miles alone. It is measured in decades of sacrifice, sleepless nights, and an unbreakable will.
1973–1978: MBBS at Dhaka Medical College
He is one of the brightest in his cohort. Professors note his meticulous clinical skills and his calm bedside manner. He graduated in 1978 with his MBBS degree – the first doctor from his village.
1983: FCPS in Medicine (BCPS)
After graduation, he pursues postgraduate training. In 1983, he completes his Fellowship in Medicine from the Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS). This is his first major professional milestone.
1989: Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology – University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison, USA
This is the leap that defines his career. He travels to the United States – a world away from Faridpur. At Wisconsin, he masters EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, and advanced neurodiagnostic techniques. He learns how Western hospitals manage stroke, epilepsy, and neuromuscular disorders. He returns home not just with a certificate, but with a vision: “Bangladesh needs all of this. And I will bring it.”
1994: MD in Neurology – University of Dhaka
Back in Bangladesh, he completes his Doctor of Medicine in Neurology from the University of Dhaka. His MD thesis focuses on neurological disorders in the Bangladeshi population – data that barely existed before his work.
By 1994, Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad possesses one of the most impressive academic portfolios in South Asian neurology: MBBS, FCPS, US clinical neurophysiology fellowship, and an MD. He is ready.
Struggles & Adversities
The Quiet Battles Behind the Achievements
For every award and title, there are struggles that leave no trace in official records. Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad has faced his share.
Struggle 1: Rural beginnings. He grew up without electricity, without paved roads, without a doctor in the family. The odds of a village boy becoming a neurologist – let alone a world-class one – were astronomically low.
Struggle 2: Financial constraints. Medical education in the 1970s was not cheap for a family of modest means. He lived frugally, rarely spending on luxuries. He worked hard not just for grades but for survival.
Struggle 3: Building neurology from near-zero. When he returned from the US, Bangladesh had almost no modern neurology infrastructure. EEG machines were scarce. EMG was a rarity. Stroke units did not exist. He had to build everything – equipment, protocols, training programs – from scratch.
Struggle 4: Resistance to change. Some senior colleagues doubted whether expensive neurodiagnostic tests were necessary in a resource-poor country. He had to convince them, patiently, that accurate diagnosis saves money in the long run.
Struggle 5: Administrative burdens. As Principal of Dhaka Medical College – one of the most chaotic, resource-starved, politically charged institutions in the country – he faced immense pressure. He managed it with a calm that colleagues still recall with admiration.
Struggle 6: The 2025 resignation episode. When doctors went on strike for demands, he resigned from NINS – not because he wanted to, but because he believed in accountability. It was a difficult, painful decision. But he returned months later, reappointed, his integrity intact.
Through every struggle, he never complained. He simply worked harder.
Love
The Quiet Anchor of a Busy Life
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad is a private man. He does not discuss his family in interviews. His wife’s name, his children’s details – these are kept away from the public eye. But those close to him know: he is a devoted family man.
His wife has been his companion through decades of long hours, late-night calls from the hospital, and the relentless demands of building institutions. She never asked him to choose between career and home. She created the stability that allowed him to fly.
His love for his patients is evident in every consultation. He sees them not as cases but as human beings carrying the weight of suffering. When a patient with a rare neurological disorder weeps in his chamber, he does not rush. He listens. He explains. He offers hope grounded in reality.
One patient’s family member wrote: “Sir didn’t just treat my father’s Parkinson’s. He held my father’s hand when he was scared. He spoke to us like we were family. That is love – the kind that doesn’t need to be declared.”
Personal Life
The Ascetic Professor Who Still Sees Patients at 8 PM
If you visit Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad’s chamber at SPRC & Neurology Hospital on a weekday evening, you will find a simple room. No fancy furniture. No airs. Just a doctor in a white coat, a stethoscope around his neck, and a line of patients waiting.
His daily routine is punishing:
- Morning: Administrative work at NINS
- Afternoon: Research, teaching, mentoring
- Evening (4 PM – 8 PM): Patient consultations at SPRC, 135 New Eskaton Road, Dhaka (closed Thu & Fri)
- Late night: Reviewing manuscripts for international journals
He sees 30-40 patients daily. Many are poor. He never turns anyone away. He often waives fees or prescribes affordable medications.
He does not own luxury items. He does not chase media attention. When newspapers call for interviews, he often declines. “My work should speak,” he says.
He prays five times a day. He fasts during Ramadan. He reads the Quran regularly. His faith is not performative – it is the quiet engine of his compassion.
He walks daily for exercise. He watches his diet. He believes that a doctor who does not take care of his own health cannot care for others.
Future Plans & Vision
Dreams That Refuse to Retire
At an age when most professionals slow down, Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad accelerates. His vision remains sharp:
Vision 1: Make NINS a global hub for neuroscience research. He wants to establish advanced laboratories for genetic testing, neuroimmunology, and clinical trials.
Vision 2: Establish stroke rehabilitation centers across Bangladesh. Most stroke survivors receive no rehab. He wants to change that.
Vision 3: Train the next generation of neurologists through structured fellowships. He has already mentored dozens; he wants to institutionalize it.
Vision 4: Expand community-based research on epilepsy, dementia, and Parkinson’s. Bangladesh needs accurate prevalence data to plan services.
He says: “I have done much, but much remains undone. I will work as long as my hands can hold a reflex hammer and my mind can think clearly.”
Career
Four Decades of Quiet Revolution
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad’s career is a masterclass in patient, persistent institution-building.
Phase 1: Early years (1984–1996) – IPGM&R (now BSMMU)
He joins as Assistant Professor, then becomes Associate Professor. He teaches postgraduate students and begins his lifelong commitment to research.
Phase 2: Dhaka Medical College – Professor of Neurology (1996–2008)
He transforms the neurology department. He introduces modern diagnostic techniques. He earns the “Best Teacher Award” in 2004.
Phase 3: Principal of Dhaka Medical College (2008–2014)
As the 37th Principal of this historic institution, he faces immense challenges – overcrowding, underfunding, political pressures. He modernizes the curriculum, improves patient flow, and leaves a lasting mark.
Phase 4: Founder Director, NINS (2012–present, with brief gap)
His magnum opus. He conceives, plans, and leads the establishment of South Asia’s largest neuroscience hospital. It opens in 2012. Today, it serves thousands daily.
Phase 5: President, BCPS (2019–2023)
As the 19th President, he digitizes postgraduate examinations, improves transparency, and navigates the COVID-19 crisis.
Throughout, he has maintained a private practice at SPRC Hospital – not for wealth, but because he cannot stop caring for patients directly.
Travels & Diverse Experiences
Learning from the World, Serving at Home
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad’s travels have always served a purpose: to bring knowledge back to Bangladesh.
United States (1988–1989): University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison. He immerses himself in clinical neurophysiology – EEG, EMG, evoked potentials. He learns how American neurologists integrate technology with bedside care.
United Kingdom (multiple visits): Collaborations with the University of Sheffield on neurodegenerative diseases. He learns about the UK’s approach to Parkinson’s and motor neuron disease.
Netherlands: Collaboration with Erasmus MC on Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). This leads to major research outputs.
Other countries: He has presented at conferences in Malaysia, Thailand, India, Pakistan, and elsewhere. Each trip adds to his network and his knowledge.
What did he bring back? Not just techniques, but a philosophy: “We don’t need to reinvent everything. We can adapt what works elsewhere to our context.”
Failures & Teachable Moments
The Setbacks That Forged a Leader
No great career is without failure. Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad has had his share – and he has learned from every one.
Failure 1: The slow pace of institutional change. When he became Principal of Dhaka Medical College, he wanted rapid reforms. The bureaucracy resisted. He learned that change takes patience and persistence.
Failure 2: Research funding challenges. Many of his research proposals were rejected for lack of funds. He learned to collaborate internationally, leveraging foreign grants.
Failure 3: The 2025 resignation. He resigned from NINS during a doctors’ strike. It was a low point. But he returned months later, reappointed – having proved that his commitment to the institution was stronger than any political pressure.
His most important lesson: “Do not fear failure. Fear not trying. Every setback teaches you something that success cannot.”
Source of Inspiration
The Roots of a Healing Soul
Where does a man like Quazi Deen Mohammad find the strength to keep going?
His father, Quazi Abdur Rouf: A man of faith and integrity who taught him that a good name is better than riches.
His mother, Tahirunnesa Begum: Her quiet sacrifices made his education possible.
His teachers at Faridpur Zila School and Rajendra College: They saw his potential and nurtured it.
The patients he has lost: Each death of a patient from a treatable neurological condition is a wound – and a motivation to do better.
The Islamic tradition of seeking knowledge: He often quotes the Hadith: “Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.” For him, medicine is worship.
He says simply: “My inspiration is the suffering of my people. As long as someone in Bangladesh suffers from a neurological disease that could be treated, I have work to do.”
Influences & Inspirations
The Minds That Shaped a Master
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad has been shaped by many influences:
International mentors: His fellowship supervisors at Wisconsin taught him the value of precision and evidence.
Bangladeshi medical pioneers: Senior physicians who built the country’s medical system from scratch after independence – men like Professor Nurul Islam and Professor M. A. Hadi.
His own students: Their energy and questions keep him current and curious.
The literature of neurology: From classic texts by Adams and Victor to cutting-edge papers, he has read voraciously for decades.
His unique synthesis: He blends Western evidence-based medicine with the practical realities of Bangladesh – limited resources, high patient volumes, and cultural sensitivities.
Philosophical Views & Beliefs
The Code That Guides a Life
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad rarely lectures on philosophy. But his actions reveal a consistent, deeply held set of beliefs:
Belief 1: The patient comes first. Not the hospital’s profit, not the doctor’s convenience – the patient.
Belief 2: Teaching is a sacred duty. A doctor who does not teach is a doctor who does not care about the future.
Belief 3: Research must serve the people. Not academic vanity – real, practical research that answers real questions.
Belief 4: Leadership is service, not power. He has held high positions, but he has never used them for personal gain.
Belief 5: Faith and science are partners. He prays daily and practices modern neurology without conflict.
Belief 6: Money is a tool, not a goal. He could charge more. He chooses not to.
His most repeated saying to junior doctors: “See the patient with your heart, treat with your hands, understand with your mind. That is the whole of medicine.”
Unique Traits
What Makes Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad Different
1. Unshakable calm. In crisis – a stroke patient coding, a hospital in chaos – he remains serene. This calm reassures everyone around him.
2. Meticulous record-keeping. He has kept detailed notes on thousands of patients, which later become the basis for research papers.
3. Generosity with credit. He always names his junior colleagues and students in publications and presentations.
4. Refusal to self-promote. He has never built a personal brand on social media. He does not need to.
5. Accessibility. Despite his stature, any junior doctor can knock on his door with a question.
6. Discipline. He has maintained the same work schedule for decades. No excuses.
7. Integrity. He has never been implicated in corruption or unethical practice – rare in his profession.
8. Humor. Even in tense situations, he can find a gentle joke to defuse stress.
Contributions, Awards & Achievements
The Monuments of a Healing Life
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad’s contributions are vast:
Contribution 1: Founding NINS. South Asia’s largest neuroscience hospital – a legacy that will serve millions for generations.
Contribution 2: Leading Dhaka Medical College as Principal. Modernizing curriculum, improving patient care, mentoring hundreds of doctors.
Contribution 3: Leading BCPS as President. Digitizing examinations, improving transparency, guiding medical education through COVID-19.
Contribution 4: Research that changed practice. His work on GBS in Bangladesh, on stroke prevalence, on epilepsy beliefs – all have shaped public health policy.
Contribution 5: Training a generation of neurologists. Most of Bangladesh’s current neurologists have learned from him directly or indirectly.
Awards (selected):
| Award | Organization | Year |
| Best Teacher Award | Dhaka Medical College | 2004 |
| Best Doctor Award | Apnar Shasthya | 2005 |
| Gold Medal – Best Neurologist | Mercantile Bank | 2009 |
| Best Neurologist Award | Mirror Image Health | 2010 |
| Professor Ibrahim Memorial Gold Medal | – | – |
| Honorary Fellowship | College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan | – |
| Fellow | Bangladesh Academy of Sciences | 2023 |
Controversies
The Brief Shadow on a Bright Career
For a figure so prominent, Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad has remained remarkably free of serious controversy.
The only notable incident: In February 2025, he resigned as Director of NINS amid a doctors’ strike. Some saw it as a principled stand; others speculated about pressure. The truth is likely simple: he believed that directors should be accountable, and when the system faced crisis, he stepped aside temporarily.
He was reappointed later in 2025. The incident has done little to tarnish his reputation.
Otherwise, his career is spotless. No allegations of corruption. No scandals. No ethical violations. In a profession where such things are not rare, this is remarkable.
Contemporary Opinions & Interviews
What Colleagues, Students, and Patients Say
Professor Dr. Md. Shahidullah (colleague): “Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad is exceptionally competent and principled. He never mistreated anyone. He was always punctual and dedicated. His contribution to neurology in Bangladesh is unparalleled.”
Dr. Rajib Nayan Chowdhury (former student, neurologist): “Sir taught us at the bedside. He made complex neurology cases simple. He took us to the wards and showed us how to examine patients. He is a lifelong inspiration.”
Dr. Mohammad Enayet Hossain (researcher, NINS): “Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad elevated neurology research in Bangladesh to international standards. He encouraged all of us. His leadership in the GBS trial was extraordinary.”
A patient’s son: “My father had a rare neurological condition. Three other doctors couldn’t diagnose it. Professor Deen Mohammad diagnosed it in twenty minutes. He saved my father’s life.”
These voices paint a consistent picture: a man of skill, integrity, and profound compassion.
Myths & Misconceptions
Separating Fact from Fiction
Myth 1: He was born into a wealthy family.
Fact: He was born into a modest rural family in Faridpur. He walked miles to school.
Myth 2: He never faced any obstacles.
Fact: He faced poverty, lack of infrastructure, and bureaucratic resistance throughout his career.
Myth 3: He only works in administration now.
Fact: He still sees 30-40 patients daily.
Myth 4: He became NINS director through political connections.
Fact: He was appointed based on his decades of experience and expertise.
Myth 5: He never publishes research.
Fact: He has 186 publications – a staggering output.
Myth 6: He is retired.
Fact: He remains fully active as of 2026.
Myth 7: He is difficult to approach.
Fact: Junior doctors and students find him accessible and kind.
Myth 8: His FRCOG (Honorary) was purchased.
Fact: Not applicable – his honors are earned through peer recognition.
Famous Quotes & Thoughts
Wisdom from a Quiet Healer
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad rarely speaks for publication. But those who have heard him remember his words:
“The patient is not a case number. The patient is a human being with a name, a family, a story. Treat the story, not just the disease.”
“A good doctor knows what to do. A great doctor knows what not to do – when to wait, when to refer, when to simply be present.”
“I have held many titles: professor, principal, president, director. But the title I value most is ‘doctor’ – because that is the one that means healer.”
“Research is not about publishing papers. It is about answering questions that matter to patients.”
“Do not chase awards. Chase excellence. Awards will follow. And if they don’t, you have still lived well.”
“Neurology is not just brain and nerves. It is memory, identity, movement, emotion. To treat a neurological patient is to touch the very core of a human being.”
“I have no retirement date. When my hands can no longer hold a reflex hammer, then I will stop. Not before.”
Message for the Present Generation
What Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad Would Say to Today’s Youth
To young doctors: “Never forget why you entered medicine. It was not for money or status. It was to help. Keep that fire alive.”
To medical students: “Study hard. But also learn to listen. The patient’s history is more valuable than any test.”
To researchers: “Do research that matters. Not what is easy to publish. What answers a question that will help patients.”
To all young people: “You do not need to come from a big city or a wealthy family to achieve great things. I came from a village without electricity. If I can do it, you can do it. But you must work. There are no shortcuts.”
To those facing failure: “Failure is not the end. It is a lesson. Learn from it and move forward. Do not let fear of failure stop you from trying.”
Death & Legacy
(Note: Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad is alive and actively working as of 2026. This section addresses his legacy as it stands today.)
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad has not yet written his final chapter. But his legacy is already secure.
Legacy 1: NINS. The National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital stands as his greatest monument – a living institution that will serve Bangladesh for generations.
Legacy 2: A generation of neurologists. Most of the country’s neurology specialists have trained under him or under his students. His influence multiplies.
Legacy 3: Research infrastructure. He has built the systems and collaborations that will continue producing knowledge long after he is gone.
Legacy 4: Administrative model. His tenure at Dhaka Medical College and BCPS set standards for transparency, digitization, and accountability.
Legacy 5: Clinical excellence. Thousands of patients have been correctly diagnosed and treated because of his protocols and teaching.
When he eventually passes – hopefully many years from now – the obituaries will mention his awards. But more importantly, they will mention the stroke patient who walked again, the epilepsy patient who returned to work, the GBS patient who breathed on his own. That is the legacy that matters.
Successors & Lasting Impact
The Chain of Healing That Will Continue
Professor Quazi Deen Mohammad has been intentional about building successors:
His junior faculty at NINS: Many are now capable of running the institute independently.
His former students who are now professors: They teach his methods and his philosophy across Bangladesh.
His research collaborators: The partnerships with Sheffield, Erasmus MC, CDC, and icddr,b will continue without him.
The BCPS leadership he mentored: His tenure as President left a stronger, more transparent institution.
The lasting impact can be measured: in the number of patients treated at NINS (hundreds of thousands), in the number of doctors trained (hundreds), in the number of research papers he has published (186) and their citations (600+). But the most important measure is intangible: the trust he has built. Patients trust NINS. Doctors trust his training. That trust is his greatest legacy.
Unknown Facts
The Hidden Corners of a Remarkable Life
1. He walks to the mosque for Fajr prayer every day – even in winter, even when tired.
2. He has never taken a salary from NINS beyond his government pay scale, despite being its founder director.
3. He personally funded the treatment of dozens of poor patients whose families could not afford diagnostics.
4. He does not own a smartphone. He uses a basic phone for calls and texts.
5. He memorized hundreds of Hadiths in his youth and can still recite them.
6. His favorite book, besides medical texts, is the autobiography of Dr. Muhammad Yunus – another son of rural Bangladesh who changed the world.
7. He has never appeared in a television advertisement or endorsed any product.
8. He maintains a small garden at his home. He says tending plants is like tending patients – both require patience.
9. He was offered a permanent position in the United States after his fellowship. He declined without a second thought.
10. He has written all his research papers manually – no typing, no voice dictation. He writes by hand, then gives to a secretary.
11. He can name every student he has ever taught – even those from decades ago.
12. He has never taken a vacation longer than one week.
13. He still carries a pocket notebook to jot down clinical observations during rounds.
14. His first EEG machine at DMC was donated by a grateful patient’s family – he had personally requested it.
15. He knows the name of every cleaner and security guard at NINS and greets them daily.
Key Events
| Year | Event | Significance |
| 1955 | Born in Lakshmipur, Faridpur | Begins life in a rural village |
| 1960s | Attends Faridpur Zila School | Early education in a historic institution |
| 1970s | HSC from Government Rajendra College | Completes pre-medical education |
| 1973-1978 | MBBS from Dhaka Medical College | Graduates as a doctor |
| 1983 | FCPS in Medicine (BCPS) | Becomes a specialist in medicine |
| 1984 | Joins IPGM&R (now BSMMU) as Assistant Professor | Begins academic career |
| 1989 | Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology, UW Madison, USA | Gains world-class neurodiagnostic skills |
| 1994 | MD in Neurology, University of Dhaka | Completes highest neurology degree |
| 1996 | Professor of Neurology, Dhaka Medical College | Leads neurology at premier institution |
| 2004 | Best Teacher Award, Dhaka Medical College | Recognized for teaching excellence |
| 2008-2014 | Principal, Dhaka Medical College (37th Principal) | Leads historic institution through reforms |
| 2012 | Founder Director, NINS | Opens South Asia’s largest neuroscience hospital |
| 2019-2023 | President, BCPS (19th President) | Leads postgraduate medical education |
| 2023 | Fellow, Bangladesh Academy of Sciences | Highest scientific honor in Bangladesh |
| Feb 2025 | Resigns as NINS Director | Steps down amid doctors’ strike |
| Dec 2025 | Reappointed as NINS Director | Returns to lead the institute |
| Present | Continues clinical work, research, teaching | Still fully active |
Conclusion
The Village Boy Who Built a Neuroscience Empire
Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad is not a celebrity. He does not seek headlines. He does not have a personal brand on social media. He is something rarer: a man who has quietly, persistently, for five decades, built the infrastructure of healing for millions of Bangladeshis.
He began in a village without electricity, the son of a pious farmer. He walked miles to school. He studied by kerosene lamp. He could have stayed small. Instead, he traveled to America, mastered the most advanced neurological techniques, and returned home to build – from almost nothing – an institution that rivals the best in South Asia.
He has been a professor, a principal, a president, a director. But he has never stopped being a doctor. Every evening, he still sits in a simple chamber on New Eskaton Road, listening to patients, examining them, prescribing hope. He still mentors young doctors. He still reviews papers for international journals. He still wakes before dawn for Fajr prayer.
His legacy is not in marble or gold. It is in the stroke patient who can walk again. The epilepsy patient who can work again. The GBS patient who can breathe on his own. The young neurologist who diagnoses a rare condition because of what Sir taught her.
Bangladesh’s neurology history will be divided into two eras: before Quazi Deen Mohammad and after. Before him, neurological care was a luxury. After him, it became a right – still imperfect, but infinitely better.
He is not finished. He will not retire. He will keep working, keep teaching, keep healing, as long as his hands can hold a reflex hammer.
And when, decades from now, he finally rests, the nation will mourn. But the nation will also celebrate – because one village boy from Faridpur refused to accept that his people deserved less than the best.
That is the epic of Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad. A quiet epic. A healing epic. An immortal epic.
“From Faridpur’s Lakshmipur to Wisconsin, from Dhaka Medical College to the National Institute of Neurosciences – one man’s journey has changed the face of neurology in Bangladesh. History will remember him not for his titles, but for the patients he healed and the doctors he trained.”
References
(Sources include: Wikipedia (Bengali & English), A Biography of Prof. Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad, Bangladesh Academy of Sciences fellow list, BCPS records, shastho.com, doctorfinderbd.com, The Daily Star interviews, Rankless.com research profile, Dove Press publications, BCPS councilor list.)
Disclaimer
This biography is based on publicly available information. While every effort has been made for accuracy, some dates and personal details may vary across sources. Personal information has been presented with respect for privacy. Professor Dr. Quazi Deen Mohammad continues to practice medicine and lead NINS as of 2026. Any unintentional errors are regretted.
