
Islam M. Zaydan, MD
Neuro-Ophthalmology
Neurology
Neuroimmunology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
- French
- Arabic
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout Islam M. Zaydan
Islam Zaydan, MD, is a neurologist and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is co-director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence at the Pittsburgh VA Hospital. He is also an associate professor of Neurology and Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Alexandria University and completed his residency and fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia.
Dr. Zaydan’s clinical interests include providing longitudinal care and treatment for patients with neurological and neuro-ophthalmic conditions, and his research interests include multiple sclerosis and meuromyelitis optica. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society.
View the full list of Dr. Zaydan’s publications on PubMed.
This provider is affiliated with UPMC.

Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- UPMC Department of Neurology
- 3471 5th Avenue, Suite 810, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
- phone: 412-692-4920
- UPMC Vision Institute
- 1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- phone: 412-647-2200
Expertise
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical College
FellowshipVirginia Commonwealth University Medical College
ResidencyMatrouh General Hospital Ministry of Health
ResidencyMatrouh General Hospital Ministry of Health
ResidencyAlexandria University
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Neurology
American Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyVascular Neurology
American Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Cigna
- Gateway
- Health America
- Health America / Advantra
- Highmark
- Humana
- Independent Health
- Medical Mutual of OH
- Medicare
- Non-PA Medical Assistance
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
45 ratings, 12 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
Dr. Zaden's team is a compassionate, well-oiled machine! That's a pretty rare combination!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
The fellow/resident or whatever his title is was EXCELLENT. He was knowledgeable, compassionate, and patient. I wish I could be in his care ongoing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
The doctor was so caring and able to explain to me what was wrong when other doctors I had seen previously could not.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Excellent "bed side" manners. Answered questions to satisfaction. Competent and professional as well as personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Very clear discussion
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2024
Great experience with Dr. Zaydan! I appreciated how attentive he was with my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2024
Dr. Zaydan was very professional while being very calm, caring, patient, and relatable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
Dr. Zayden was excellent at explaining everything clearly and answering my questions. He was friendly and approachable also. I would definitely recommend him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2023
The provider was just incredible. They spent the time with me to look at my (now known) healthy eyes, provided an explanation to a head tilt I've had for 20 years, and did a full exam. They were very thorough, spoke slowly enough for me to understand, provided ample time for questions. I really appreciated they gave their resident the opportunity to see the things they were looking at, that's how people learn (and we hopefully get more than 2 in Pittsburgh)
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2023
Absolutely loved Dr. Zaydan. Extremely knowledgeable in all areas of concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
I'm very happy that Dr. Zeydan has returned to UPMC! He always listens carefully, communicates clearly, is very thorough and is genuinely kind and easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2023
When I met with the doctor I was very happy with the explanation given to me and the care I received when with him.