Welcome to London Headache Specialist Medical Practice

1. Comprehensive assessment
A detailed review of your headache history, triggers, previous treatments, and overall health. Neurological examination (not performed if virtual appointments)

2. Clear diagnosis
Where possible, a clear explanation of the headache type and contributing factors.

3. Personalised treatment plan
Treatment options discussed carefully, including preventative strategies, acute treatments, and lifestyle considerations where relevant.

4. Ongoing support
Follow-up arranged where appropriate to review progress and adjust treatment.

This practice is often a good fit if you:

• have frequent or severe migraine
• have tried treatment but are still struggling
• have headaches that have changed
• have cluster headache, facial pain, or unusual one-sided headaches
• want a specialist second opinion
• need a clearer diagnosis and plan
• want expert care without feeling rushed

Headache conditions commonly assessed include:

• Migraine (episodic and chronic)
• Headache during the fertility journey, pregnancy and postpartum period.
• Tension-type headache
• Cluster headache
• Medication overuse headache
• Facial pain and atypical headache syndromes
• Persistent or complex headache presentations
• Post-concussion headache

Treatment options:

• Botox for chronic migraine
• Greater occipital nerve blocks
• Non-drug treatment options (including device treatments)

If you are unsure whether your symptoms are appropriate for specialist review, please just email info@londonheadachespecialist.com 

Yes. Appointments are offered both in person and via secure virtual consultation, depending on your preference and clinical needs. Virtual appointments are suitable for many headache assessments and follow-up reviews.

In-person consultations take place at The Guthrie Wing, King’s College Hospital, London.

Further practical details are provided once an appointment is arranged.

Prefer to book directly? Click Make an appointment and our admin team will confirm the earliest suitable slot.

1.  Make an enquiry with a short summary of your symptoms

2.  Suitability is confirmed and appointment options are offered

3.  Consultation and plan — specialist assessment with clear next steps

Helpful to include:

• main symptoms
• how long they have been present
• recent scans/letters (if available)
• insurance details (if using insurance)

If using insurance, please include your insurer details and authorisation number (if available).

Self-pay fee information can be provided on request.

Recognised by major insurers:

• Allianz
• Aviva
• AXA
• BUPA
• Vitality
• WPA

If you have a sudden severe headache, new neurological symptoms (weakness, speech or vision change, confusion), seizure, fever with severe headache, or a rapidly worsening new headache, seek urgent medical attention immediately (A&E / emergency services) rather than booking a routine appointment.