Dr Neil Naidoo is an experienced neurologist who practised in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal and is starting his own practice at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital in Johannesburg.
In 2004, Dr Naidoo graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine. In 2012, he received his Fellowship from the College of Neurologists of South Africa. In addition, Dr Naidoo completed his internship training at 1 Military Hospital and community service at Stanger Hospital. He was appointed senior medical officer in Internal Medicine at Stanger Hospital and medical officer in Neurology at Grey’s Hospital. He is presently appointed as a consultant neurologist at Wilgeheuwel Hospital.
Dr Naidoo has had his research published. He boasts an impressive academic portfolio as an Honorary Lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, which involved teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students. Dr Naidoo is a member of The Colleges of Medicine of South Africa and the Neurological Association of South Africa (NASA). He has presented on several topics, some of which were done at the Neurological Association of South Africa congresses.
Dr Naidoo strives to provide the best medical care by formulating comprehensive treatment plans that suit the patient's needs and lifestyle. He treats chronic headaches, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, and myasthenia gravis.
When should my general practitioner refer me to a neurologist?
Your family doctor usually refers you to a specialist like a neurologist when you exhibit the following symptoms:
- Numb sensation in the limbs
- Tremors
- Frequent headaches
- Memory loss
- Issues with balance
Dr Naidoo will also monitor your health progress based on your family history of neurological disease.