Practices worked at
Golders Green Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre
Roman House, Roman House, 296 Golders Green Rd, London, United Kingdom, NW11 9PY15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA1344 reviews
St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA485 reviews
About
Professor David Choi is a Consultant Neurosurgeon in London, UK.
Private practice at The Wellington Hospital and The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square London.
NHS practice at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London.
Professor of Neurosurgery, University College London.
Prof Choi graduated from Emmanuel College in 1989 with a first class BA degree in Medical Sciences. Mr Choi then went on to study clinical medicine in Edinburgh (MBChB). Following this, he then completed his general surgery at the Glasgow Royal Infirmary. and underwent specialist neurosurgical training at the Glasgow Institute of Neurological Sciences, He obtained a PhD in neurodegeneration, and completed specialist training at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
Mr David Choi has published numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters and was awarded the Hallett Prize medal from the Royal College of Surgeons, London.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Simple neck and back conditions
- Back pain, non-surgical management
- Back and leg pain, surgical management
- Spinal disc surgery
- Endoscopic surgery
- Microsurgery
- Minimally invasive pedicle screws
- Open spinal instrumentation
- Craniocervical junction surgery
- C1-2 surgery
- Neuronavigation
- Lumbar disc disease
- Sciatica
- Disc prolapse
- Back and leg pain
- Cervical disc disease
- Cervical fusion
- Artificial disc replacement
- Neck pain
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Myelopathy
- Spinal cord compression
- Nerve root compression
- Spinal tumours
- Metastatic disease
- Schwannomas
- Meningiomas
- Ependymomas
- Spine and Clivus Chordomas
- Sarcomas
- Chiari malformation
- Spinal Injury
- Brachial plexus injury
Medical procedures
- Artificial Disc Replacement
- Complex Revision Spinal Surgery
- Brain Surgery
- Cervical (Neck) Surgery
- Discectomy
- Epidural
- Facet Joint Injection
- Kyphoplasty
- Laminectomy
- Lumbar Back Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
- Nerve Root Injection
- Sciatica Surgery
- Spinal Decompresson
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Injections for Pain
- Spine Fracture Surgery
- Surgery for Myelopathy
- Thoracic (Back) Surgery
- Video Consultation
Special interests
- Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Arthritis (Spine)
- Brain Tumours
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Coccyx Fracture
- Complex Spinal Disorders
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc
- Leg Pain
- Lower Back Pain
- Meningiomas
- Metastases
- Sciatica
- Spinal Deformity
- Spinal Pain
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Fractures and Trauma
- Spine Tumours and Infections
- Spondylolisthesis & Spondylolysis
- Sports-Related Spine Injuries
- Vertebral Compression Fracture
Education
Education:
- MB ChB 1992 University of Edinburgh
- PhD 2004
- FRCS (SN) 2004
Reviews
4.97 Overall Patient Trust rating
Back Pain
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Spinal Surgery
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5/27
Artificial Disc Replacement
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4/27
Spinal fusion
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4/27
Cervical (neck) surgery
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3/27
Degenerative disc disease
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3/27
Cervical (Neck) Surgery
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2/27
Upper Back Pain
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2/27
Arthritis (Spine)
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1/27
Cervical neck surgery
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1/27
Complex Revision Spinal Surgery
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1/27
Discectomy
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1/27
Foot droop
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1/27
I am not sure which category to place my condition. The simple explanation is that I had a calcified cyst growing on a disc which was permanently pushing on a nerve.
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1/27
Lumbar decompression Right L4/5 and L5/S1 Left L5/S1
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1/27
Orthopaedic Surgery
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1/27
Spinal Cord Tumour
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1/27
fusion and decompression
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1/27
surgery for Myelopathy
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1/27
Patient seen for:
Spinal Surgery
Having emergency back surgery 10-years ago, which did the trick at the time, I became very conscious of signs that my condition was probably on the way to deteriorating again when numbness in my legs returned 2-years ago. I was referred to Professor Choi by my previous neurosurgeon, who had retired from back surgery, and after scans immediately gave me the confidence in that he was not someone who would rush in to surgery, rather explaining what the likely progression might be and what options there were. He gave me full confidence and reassurance at all times. It was earlier this year as the symptoms became more pronounced and interfered with my ability to walk or stand for any length of time that we agreed that the Stenosis I was suffering from needed to be dealt with. Subsequently under Professor Choi’s guidance I agreed to go for elective surgery to deal with the problem. The operation, though not without risk, thankfully went well and not only have all the numbness, cramps and pain I had persevered with for so long vanished, now 2-weeks post-surgery. I have been surprised by the rapidity of my returning to full function and with no lingering pain. At all time Professor Choi has shown a real sense of concern balanced with a measured approach to surgery. We have recommended him to others, all of whom have had equal experiences to myself with successful outcomes. I personally could not recommend him more highly.
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Cervical neck surgery Cervical (Neck) Surgery
I cannot speak highly enough of Professor Choi. I could not have received more expert attention.
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Cervical (Neck) Surgery Artificial Disc Replacement
I was referred to ProfessorChoi by Dr Saifee who I saw as my initial neurologist. Professor Choi was very reassuring and answered all my questions and provided me with a date for surgery 2 weeks after the initial consultation. The professor came to see me the morning of the operation as well as post surgery and the following day. I am very please with the care I have received and would recommend.
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Back Pain
Total confidence in Professor Choi’s experience, advice and skills.
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Back Pain
He was easy relax and well explained all treatment
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Foot droop
Very friendly and informative explained about the issue very well
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Back Pain Degenerative disc disease Arthritis (Spine)
Prof Choi is soft spoken and knowledgeable and it inspires confidence. He also decided on a procedure for my back that did relieve my pain, after so many attempts by other doctors without success. I am very grateful and so happy!.
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Discectomy Spinal Surgery
Professor Choi realy saved me. He has found my back condition deterioration to the point of danger. I cannot recommend Professor Choi enough. He and his staff arranged the operation for me within a week, which is amazing considering the present situation. Everything was done very efficiently and smoothly. Professor Choi was very clear and informative is his explanation of the procedure. He replied to my queries promptly. I am now recovering. I have had disectomy before, and I am pleasantly surprised at the period of recovery, and the level of discomfort which was very little.
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Cervical (neck) surgery
I have seen Prof Choi now on several occasions. On each, he has been welcoming, kind, considerate, helpful and totally empathetic of the circumstances of my medical issue. He explained clearly, concisely and in laymen's terms, my situation and was both positive and assured about how to remedy the situation. My cervical spine and nerve decompression operation has been a huge success and my after-care continued the personal and attentive service I had received before. I could not recommend Prof Choi highly enough.
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Back Pain
Very friendly. Explained everything clearly and professionally.
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