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Dr Dinesh Damodaran
MBBS MRCP (UK) MRCP (Neurology) FRCP (Lon) FRCP (Edin)
GMC: 6098096Professional statement
Dr Dinesh Damodaran is a consultant neurologist in St Helens, Chester and Warrington, who specialises in movement disorder treatment, Parkinson's disease treatment, and dystonia, alongside headaches, seizures, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis treatment and memory disorders. He privately practises at Fairfield Independent Hospital, Nuffield Health Chester, The Grosvenor Hospital and Spire Cheshire Hospital, while his NHS base is The Walton Centre NHS Trust.
Dr Damodaran is highly qualified, with an MBBS from Kannur University Government Medical College, Kannur, India, and MRCP (UK), MRCP (Neurology), FRCP (Lon) and FRCP (Edin) awards from the Royal College of Physicians.
He manages patients with general neurological conditions including neuromuscular disease, peripheral nerve disorders, neurogenetic conditions, neuroimmunology, neuro-ophthalmological problems and sleep disorders. He also has a strong clinical interest in headache and migraine care, offering a full range of treatment options including cranial nerve blocks and Botox injections for chronic migraine.
Dr Damodaran trained in general medicine in the North West of England, gaining membership of the Royal College of Physicians, before completing his specialist neurology training at the Greater Manchester Neuroscience Centre. He holds fellowships with both the Royal College of Physicians of London and of Edinburgh, and is a member of the Association of British Neurologists and the British Medical Association.
He is actively engaged in teaching and research. He is an honorary clinical lecturer at the University of Liverpool, a tutor for the Royal College of Physicians, and the educational lead for internal medicine training within Health Education England (North West). He is also involved in clinical trials for Parkinson’s disease, contributing to advances in patient care and the development of new therapies.
Clinics
Fairfield Independent Hospital
St Helens, Crank Road, WA11 7RSMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 22 years of experience
- Consultant neurologist, Fairfield Independent Hospital
Subspecialties
- Nerve blocks
Professional memberships
- Association of British Neurologists
- British Medical Association
Education
- FRCP (Ed), Fellow, Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh)
- FRCP (Lon), Fellow, Royal College of Physicians (London)
Teaching posts
- Honorary Clinical Lecturer, Liverpool University
- Tutor, Royal College of Physicians
Positions in organisations
- Involved in clinical trials for Parkinson's disease, The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6098096
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- I attended my mother's appointment with Dr Damodaran. It was her second appointment and I also attended the first one. I find Dr Damodaran's explanations very easy to follow logical. His manner is friendly and he is patient in answering any number of questions we had. More importantly, and happily, his prescriptions seem to be having the desired outcomes for my Mum. All round, I feel happy and confident to put our trust in his expertise. Highly recommended
- As a consequence of my experience with attending Dr Damodaran’s clinics, I recommended him to a friend who was also suffering from Parkinson’s.
- Dr Damodaron always puts me at my ease during my injections, is one of the nicest doctors I know and would thoroughly recommend him
- A refreshing change to see a calm professional who provided sound, understandable explanations. I was very reassured.
- We are very lucky to be able to see Dr Damodaran so that my husbands Parkinson’s is regularly monitored. Dr Damodaran is kind and listens to how things have been since we last saw him and having this condition monitored by someone who sees my husband regaulrly is invaluable to us in coping with the condition
- Mr Damodaran was very welcoming, and put me at ease straight away. I explained my symptoms and issues, and he listened carefully and took all my concerns on board. I found Mr Damodaran to be very thorough, professional but friendly, and overall I am extremely happy with the care I have received. I feel he is the first doctor to really listen and understand my concerns properly. I would 100% recommend him.
- Dr Dinesh Damodaran is a charming young man. He exudes confidence and made us feel 'at home'. Don't be sueded by his young boyishness - he knows his stuff.
- Very pleased with the expertise and recommendations provided, very knowledgable in his field