Por qué es un doctor de primer nivel/Professional statement/Perché è un dottore di prim’ordine

Professor Matthew Walker is a top neurological clinician and expert in the field of epilepsy and neurological sleep disorders. His main areas of expertise include parasomnias, narcolepsy, sleepwalking, restless legs syndrome, hypersomnia, and epilepsy. He currently practises at the Queen's Square Private Consulting Rooms, located in Central London. 

Professor Walker successfully completed an MA at none other than Cambridge University in 1986, before going on to obtain a PhD from University College London in 1998. He is a pioneer in his research field and has published hundreds of articles, book chapters, and books.

In addition, he is head of the Department of Clinical and Experimental Epilepsy at University College London, and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. Not only that, but he also serves as a council member of national and international epilepsy boards and associations. He notably received the Ambassador for Epilepsy award from the International League Against Epilepsy in 2013.

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Especialista en

Epilepsy

What is epilepsy? Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that causes recurrent seizures in the person suffering. These seizures appear when groups...

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Hypersomnia

What is hypersomnia? Hypersomnia is a ...

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Restless legs syndrome

Index:  What is restless legs syndrome?...

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Sleepwalking

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Narcolepsy

What is narcolepsy? Narcolepsy is a neurological condition which affects your brain’s control over when you sleep. It&rsq...

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Parasomnias

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Enfermedades, Pruebas y Tratamientos

  • Epilepsy
  • Hypersomnia
  • Narcolepsy
  • Neurological disorders
  • Parasomnias
  • Restless legs syndrome
  • Sleep disorders
  • Sleepwalking

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Contacto

  • Queen's Square Private Consulting Rooms
    23 Queen's Square WC1N 3BG - London (Central London)
    (+44) 07436331579

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Valoraciones de pacientes

I found professor Matthew Walker to be very amicable. His approach was very professional and gave patience hearing to my problem.

A.J. | Central London 05/08/2018

Appointment with DR Walker was good.He has given us enough time and done soothing councelling. I am satisfied by seeing him

B.G. | Central London 21/11/2018

The professor listened carefully to my sleep problems. He was open-minded and professional. He gave me plenty of time and options for treatment.

H.B. | Central London 18/12/2018

A.H. | Central London 03/12/2019

The best consultation I have ever had regarding my epilepsy Very companionate doctor that answered every single question we had His knowledge is insane !

A.M. | Central London 11/02/2020

Having made a long journey a cup of coffee would have been amazing! However, Professor Walker was outstanding!

A.R. | Central London 03/03/2020

Would recommend it!

I.D. | Central London 04/11/2020

Professor Walker is an excellent physician. His personal assistant Laura is also very good and extremely helpful.

I.R. | Central London 19/01/2021

C.C. | Central London 29/05/2021

I was very satisfied with my appointment with Prof. Walker. It was clear his knowledge was extensive and he was able to answer all of my questions and help where other professionals had not been able to. As my appointment was over the phone I am unable to remark on the Facility.

I.H. | Central London 15/06/2021

It was such a relief to find someone who could listen and answer my questions sincerely and with knowledge.I wish l had found this website earlier.

H.S. | Central London 11/08/2021

H.M.M. | London 03/02/2017

S.G. | City of London 31/08/2017

E.Z. | Central London 07/02/2018

E.K. | Central London 10/01/2019

M.H. | Central London 24/03/2020

C.S. | Central London 02/06/2020

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Women and epilepsy (part 2): pregnancy, breastfeeding and safety
Women with epilepsy have extra considerations during pregnancy, breastfeeding and life as a new mum, but this doesn’t have to lessen their quality of motherhood. Professor Matthew Walker explains if seizures and epilepsy medication can harm a baby in the womb and provides breastfeeding and safety considerations for new mums with epilepsy. (Part 2 of 2 – see part 1 for epilepsy and hormones, periods and contraception)
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Ongoing research: new epilepsy drugs and treatment
Epilepsy, as with many conditions involving the brain, is complex and can be challenging to treat. In this article, Professor Matthew Walker, Professor of Neurology in the Department of Clinical and Experimental Epilepsy at University College London, explains five areas of research currently being explored to further improve the management of epilepsy and seizures.
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Drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE): What are my next treatment options?
Epilepsy treatment, while overall very successful, can function differently in some patients. Some people with epilepsy are resistant to epilepsy medication and rely on other treatment methods to control their seizures. Professor Matthew Walker, a top neurological clinician, expert in the field of epilepsy and a winner of the Top Doctor 2018 awards, explains why epilepsy medication doesn’t work on everyone with the condition and describes the next available treatment options.
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