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Professional statement
Dr David Lynch is a highly skilled and experienced consultant neurologist based at UCLH Private Healthcare, London. He specialises in general neurology with particular expertise in headache, dizziness, tremor, and functional neurological disorders. Additionally, Dr Lynch has significant experience in managing cerebral small vessel disease and leukodystrophy, a rare genetic condition affecting the white matter of the brain.
Dr Lynch's work extends beyond clinical practice. He is the clinical lead for the adult division of the NHS England Highly Specialist Service for Inherited White Matter Disorders, a national service he helped develop to provide expert care for individuals affected by rare inherited neurological conditions. His research interests are focused on neurogenetics, particularly leukodystrophy.
Alongside his clinical and research roles, Dr Lynch holds an academic position as an Honorary Associate Professor in UCL’s Department of Neuroinflammation. He completed his PhD at University College London in 2017 and trained at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. Dr Lynch is deeply committed to education, research, and clinical excellence, contributing to the advancement of his field through teaching and leadership.
Clinics
University College Hospital
University College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, Central London, NW1 2BUMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 13 years of experience
- Consultant neurologist, UCLH Private Healthcare
Subspecialties
- Headache
- Dizziness
Education
- PhD, University College London(2017)
- MRCPI, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
Teaching posts
- Teacher on the Clinical Neuroscience and Stroke MSc programmes at UCL
- Postgraduate teaching for neurology higher specialty trainees
Positions in organisations
- Clinical lead of the adult division of the NHS England Highly Specialist Service for Inherited White Matter Disorders (IWMDs)
Publications and conferences
- Honorary Clinical Lecturer, Department of Neuroinflammation, University College London
- Dr Lynch's publications are available on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 7462854
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- Dr Lynch was the first medical professional to properly explain my Functional Neurological Disorder to me in a way that made sense. He had practical solutions for some of my more troubling symptoms and ran thorough tests to rule out any other potential medical conditions. He was both kind and compassionate. I highly recommend him.
- Thanks to David I have a diagnosis that fits with my symptoms, after years of going around in circles. I credit that to him patiently listening to my long and complex history, not jumping to any conclusions, and talking me in great detail through what might be going on and what I can do about it. Thanks to him I have made significant leaps forward in management my condition and improving my symptoms.
- Dr Lynch was a tremendous help to me , after a year of inconclusive and stressful diagnosis - I found Dr Lynch’s team invaluable in helping me and organising the subsequent consultations. Not only from the initial video consultation , but the the whole process. A rapid process began and over a complete time of 3 weeks Dr Lynch has identified and concluded my health issues with future plan and ended a year of significant challenge. Thank you
- Dr Lynch was excellent, he addressed my concerns thoroughly and was patient and compassionate in taking the time to answer my questions. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend him
- Dr Lynch explained everything to us in detail and we didn’t feel rushed. He has a lovely manner about him and I am so glad that we went to him.
- Dr David Lynch is an exceptional neurologist. I felt genuinely listened to and understood in a way I haven’t with other professionals. He took the time to look at the full picture, explained things clearly, and was thoughtful and thorough in his approach. I left feeling reassured and confident about the next steps. I would highly recommend him, especially for anyone with complex or unexplained neurological symptoms
- Dr Lynch was so good at listening to my explanations of what I experience with FND and then talking through with me what is happening and what could be tried to help with the difficult symptoms i experience. He was so empathetic and truly the best doctor i have seen regarding my FND. So understanding and helpful and insightful. Dr Lynch has really given me new insight about the dissociative side of FND and the intense physical discomfort I experience with that. Thank you so much.
- Thank you for spending the time to listen, understand and respond to my issues. Very clear information and explanations and I feel confident in my understanding and in next steps.
- Fantastic service from start to finish