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The Wellington Hospital Elstree Waterfront
The Waterfront Beaufort House Elstree Road, Elstree, United Kingdom, WD6 3BSAbout
Mr Neil Dorward is a Consultant Neurosurgeon based in London. He has a special interest in neuro-oncology and spinal surgery. Mr Dorward treats a number of conditions including neck and back pain, spinal deformities and brain tumours. He is passionate about the use of minimally invasive techniques in brain and spinal surgery.
Mr Dorward completed his undergraduate training at St Mary's Hospital Medical School, London and he went on to train in London. He specialised in Neurosurgery and spent 2 years undertaking a research degree focusing on the technology involved in intra-operate image-guidance for neurosurgery.
Mr Dorward is a Consultant at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in Queen Square, London and Clinical Lead for Endoscopic Neurosurgery.
Mr Dorward is interested in medical education and he is heavily involved in providing training in endoscopy to surgeons. He is also a faculty member on numerous neurosurgery training courses at the Royal College of Surgeons. Mr Dorward has a passion for research and he directs a clinical research programme with two full-time research fellows.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Minimally invasive spinal surgery
- Surgery for sciatica
- Cervical disc replacement
- Spinal decompressions
- Spinal fixation
- Spinal fusion
- Cervical surgery
- Endoscopy
- Brain surgery
- Skull base surgery
- Craniotomy
- Stereotactic biopsy
- Pituitary surgery
- Minimally invasive spinal surgery
- Spinal tumours
- Neurooncology
- Brain Tumours
- Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
Medical procedures
- Artificial Disc Replacement
- Discectomy
- Brain Surgery
- Cervical (Neck) Surgery
- Complex Revision Spinal Surgery
- Facet Joint Injection
- Laminectomy
- Lumbar Back Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
- Nerve Root Injection
- Sciatica Surgery
- Shunt for Hydrocephalus
- Spinal Decompresson
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Injections for Pain
- Surgery for Myelopathy
- Thoracic (Back) Surgery
Special interests
- Lower Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Complex Spinal Disorders
- Craniopharyngiomas
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc
- Meningiomas
- Pituitary Tumour
- Spinal Pain
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis & Spondylolysis
Education
- BSc- London University 1986
- MB BS- St Mary's Hospital Medical School 1989
- FRCS- Royal College of Surgeons 1993
- FRCS(SN)- Intercollegiate Specialty Board 1998
- MS- London University 1999
Reviews
4.82 Overall Patient Trust rating
Spinal Surgery
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Lumbar back surgery
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3/15
Brain Surgery
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2/15
Brain Tumours
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2/15
Pituitary tumour
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2/15
Spinal fusion
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2/15
surgery for sciatica
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2/15
Artificial Disc Replacement
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1/15
Cervical (neck) surgery
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1/15
Degenerative disc disease
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1/15
Discectomy
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1/15
Eye Tumours
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1/15
Lower Back Pain
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1/15
Meningiomas
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1/15
Nerve issues
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1/15
Neurosurgery
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1/15
Sciatica
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1/15
Spinal decompresson
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1/15
Patient seen for:
Brain Surgery
He is able to communicate complex issues effectively and in a way that gives confidence the patient. He had plenty of time to give to me and answer difficult questions in a way that allayed my fears.
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Nerve issues
Very knowledgeable and helpful. Understood my issues and concerns
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Spinal Surgery
Listens. Caring and attentive. Gentle and authority installs confidence
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Brain Surgery Meningiomas Neurosurgery
He is a great neuro-surgeon who knows exactly what he’s talking about and very reassuring in a difficult situation.
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Brain Tumours
Excellent. An amazing surgeon. I would not be here today without him.
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Brain Tumours
He was excellent and extremely efficient. I would not be here today without him. I first saw him on Friday and had my operation the following Monday.
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Lumbar back surgery Spinal Surgery
Mr Dorward has treated me with the greatest respect and kindness since we first met and throughout the period of diagnosis and pending surgery he was always at pains to make sure that I understood everything that was happening and going to happen. There were some minor complications following surgery on my lower back last year and Mr Dorward had to carry out further procedures - during that period he kept me very calm and my self confidence intact which was no easy job. I think he learnt from our whole experience that allergies can appear from anywhere! I am currently seeing him for revision surgery and yet again I am being treated with caring and concern, interest and respect. I do feel that I am in very safe hands.
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Discectomy Degenerative disc disease Cervical (neck) surgery
Mr Dorward gave me clear a explanation of my condition and of the proposed procedure and associated risks. He was also more than happy to answer any questions I had subsequently (both pre and post-op).
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Spinal Surgery surgery for sciatica Spinal fusion
I met Mr Dorward in 2008 when in A&E after a fall resulting with a broken back (T10 fracture). A very worrying injury and he handled my case with care and compassion but above all, saved me from a worse outcome instead fixing my spine with supporting rods and screws allowing to stand up as soon as possible the next day or so post surgery. The outcome could have been so different without his experienced diagnosis, intervention and care. It was a long recovery but once I did, I had 10 good years before having to call upon his wisdom and advice to repair wear and tear damage to my spine causing me great back pain and sciatica. He operated on my L2 & L3 slipped disc and performed an L1 nerve decompression and after a few months recovery, I'm enjoying my life again, pain free. Mr Dorward as a gentle & kind manner. He always responded to my numerous questions and gave me reassurances when the worries took over, taking time to explain all procedures and the options available. He saved my life and I am eternally grateful for all he has done for me over the years.
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Pituitary tumour
Mr. Dorward is an outstanding medic. He is professional and his experience calms a patient down from any anxiety or worry. He performed a pituitary tumor for me and his op, his post op daily visits and follow up over the years showed superb diligence and professionalism and also as he coordinated with other case related specialities.
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