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Neurosurgery at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham – Where Expertise Meets Dedication
At the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, our Neurosurgical Department is more than a centre of excellence – it’s a team of highly skilled professionals working tirelessly to deliver world-class care, day and night. As part of a designated Major Trauma Centre, we handle some of the most complex neurosurgical cases in the UK, always with a focus on efficiency, precision, and exceptional patient outcomes.
With five specialist theatres – four elective and one emergency running 24/7 – our 22+ consultant surgeons perform a full spectrum of cranial and spinal procedures, from intricate life-saving operations to day-case interventions. Supporting them is a theatre team of around 50 dedicated nurses, from Band 2 to Band 7, each committed to delivering gold-standard care with speed, skill, and compassion.
We work hand-in-hand with our busy Interventional Radiology department, home to a 24/7 thrombectomy service that is critical in treating acute strokes, and we are proud to hold the prestigious Tessa Jowell Centre of Excellence designation for neuro-oncology – recognising our outstanding multidisciplinary care for brain tumour patients.
Although we don’t provide paediatric services on site, we work closely with Birmingham Children’s Hospital to ensure young patients receive the same seamless, expert care.
Our work has been featured on Channel 5’s acclaimed prime-time series “Surgeons: A Matter of Life and Death”, offering the public a rare insight into the dedication, skill, and humanity that drives our team every day.
We welcome collaboration with other centres through the Neuro Theatre Network Group, sharing expertise and driving innovation to continually raise the bar in neurosurgical care – here in Birmingham, across the UK, and beyond.
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Whatever you want. It's your team and we are over the moon to have you join our NTNG family.
What do you focus on, what area do you serve, have you been on TV? Anything you want to shout about..
On behalf of the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG), I would like to extend our warmest thanks and a heartfelt welcome to your team for joining our growing community.
We are honoured to have such a distinguished centre of excellence as part of the NTNG. The outstanding work carried out by your neurosurgical department – from the expertise of your consultants to the dedication of your theatre nursing staff – is deeply inspiring and aligns perfectly with our mission of fostering collaboration, innovation, and gold-standard care across the UK and beyond.
We also commend your commitment to sharing your work and patient stories through the “Surgeons: A Matter of Life and Death” series, which powerfully highlights the impact of neurosurgical care.
We look forward to working closely with you, sharing knowledge, and strengthening our network together.
Hello from the Neurosurgery Unit at Sheffield Childrens NHS Foundation Trust!
We are one of only three dedicated children’s hospital trusts in the UK and provides integrated healthcare for children and young people.
Our Neurosurgery provision is small, but mighty! We do both cranial and spinal work, and using our IOMRI we do tumour resections for children and young people in our region.
We have one Neuro Theatre which runs on average 2 days a week for elective and semi elective work. We are also a major trauma centre, and our emergency team works 24/7, 365 days of the year.
We look forward to linking up with other centres across the UK, sharing ideas and innovation to keep improving our service and professional practice.
Hello Neurosurgery Team at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust!
Thank you for the introduction—what an inspiring snapshot of the vital work you’re doing. It’s fantastic to hear about your integrated approach, the specialized use of intraoperative MRI (IOMRI), and your commitment to both elective and emergency care, all within a focused paediatric setting.
Your "small but mighty" team clearly plays a crucial role in the region, and your openness to collaboration and innovation is commendable. Connecting with other centres across the UK will no doubt drive even greater advancements in care and outcomes for children and young people.
If there’s anything you'd like support with—feel free to reach out. Looking forward to hearing more about your journey and successes!
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Department of Clinical Neurosciences (DCN) – Operating Theatres
Located within the state-of-the-art neuro and paediatric building at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
Opened in 2020 the Department of Clinical Neurosciences (DCN) Operating Theatres are a centre of neurosurgical excellence and a proud member of the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG).
We offer a comprehensive and specialised surgical environment featuring:
Four dedicated neurosurgical operating theatres
One interventional angiography suite
A 3.0T intraoperative MRI imaging suite
A dedicated neuro Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Our own Day of Surgery Admission Unit (DOSA)
As part of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh’s 28-theatre system and a key facility in Scotland’s major trauma network, the DCN supports complex neurological and neurosurgical procedures with advanced infrastructure and multidisciplinary collaboration.
The wider DCN is a 59-bedded supra-regional unit, providing specialist neurology and neurosurgery services to the East Coast of Scotland, Dumfries and Galloway, and beyond. The unit also includes 10 high dependency beds to support patients requiring advanced monitoring and care.
The neuro-interventional radiology service extends across South East Scotland, the Highlands, the Northern Isles, and Grampian, reinforcing our position as a leading centre for neuroscience in Scotland.
Our theatre team comprises of 12 consultant neurosurgeons, including 4 who cover both paediatric and adult services. We also have 14 dedicated neuro-anaesthetists and 48 peri-operative staff, ranging from Band 3 to Band 7. Notably, there are no Band 2 roles in theatre within NHS Scotland. All registered practitioners working in DCN theatres and recovery are required to be qualified and competent in at least two of the three core theatre disciplines. Additionally, 25% of our staff are proficient across all three areas. We do not have any registered staff who solely scrub, solely assist with anaesthetics, or solely work in recovery. This multidisciplinary competency enables a highly dynamic and collaborative team approach, ensuring we consistently deliver gold-standard care to our patients.
Hello to the Team at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Department of Clinical Neurosciences
On behalf of the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG), we would like to extend our thanks and warmest welcome to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for joining and actively engaging with the network.
Your commitment to excellence in neurosurgical care and your invaluable contributions as a major trauma centre and centre of neurosciences are a tremendous asset to the NTNG. The depth of expertise, innovation, and collaborative spirit you bring enhances our shared goal of advancing neurosurgical theatre practice across the UK.
We look forward to ongoing collaboration, shared learning, and collective growth as we work together to strengthen and evolve neuro theatre services nationally.
The Southwest Neurosurgical Unit, University Hospitals Plymouth
The Southwest Neurosurgery Centre based at University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP) and is a major trauma centre. The unit provides a comprehensive Neurosurgical Service 24/7 to the adult population of Devon, Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, and part of Somerset thereby treating almost a population of 1.7 million people. Close links exist with the District General Hospitals situated in Truro, Barnstaple, Exeter and Torbay.
UHP has four theatres which all specialize in managing complex Cranial and Spinal Surgery. Nearly all aspects of neurosurgery are dealt withwith including acoustic nerve tumours, skull base neurosurgery, awake surgery for complex CNS tumours, complex spinal tumours and complex spinal instrumentation.
The Southwest Neurosurgery comprises of 37 Theatre team members ranging from Band 2 to Band 7. The team provide a high standard of care alongside 16 Consultants and the Neuroscience Multidisciplinary Team. We are a team which often feels more like family with many believes, religions, ideas and opinions. We prioritise the patient’s needs, preferences and well-being in all aspects of care above our own. We pride ourselves on ensuring we have a good work life balance and support each other when days can sometimes be troublesome.
The Southwest is often known for its stunning natural beauty. It includes the natural rugged coastlines with the most stunning beaches, charming villages and picturesque countryside. It's also known for its rich history, diverse culture, and delicious regional cuisine. The region is also recognized for its unique accent, the "West Country" dialect. Has this made you want to visit? I hope so! We look forward to meeting you all please come, have a pasty or a cream team (jam first)
Welcome to the Southwest Neurosurgery Centre based at University Hospitals Plymouth (UHP), and a warm welcome to you all. We are absolutely delighted to have your team joining the NTNG and to have you as part of our community. We believe your contributions will be a valuable asset to our shared goals and discussions. We look forward to collaborating with you and learning from your great Neuro centre.
Its fantastic to hear about your teams dedication to patient-centred care and your commitment to a healthy work-life balance. That kind of supportive environment sounds truly invaluable.
Your description of the Southwest absolutely makes us want to visit, even just for a pastry and cream. (jam first 😊).
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board
The Cardiff & Vale University Health Board’s Neurosurgical Theatres Department offers comprehensive neurosurgical services to patients across West, Mid, and South Wales. As a major trauma centre, the department provides 24/7 emergency care for both adult and paediatric neurosurgical emergencies through its CEPOD Theatres.
Located in the Main Theatre Upper department at the University Hospital of Wales, the two dedicated neurosurgical theatres manage a wide range of conditions, including:
Tumours (including skull base tumours)
Hydrocephalus
Trauma
Spinal degenerative disease
Congenital abnormalities
Intractable pain
Movement disorders
Epilepsy
The department also collaborates with the Cardiff University - Advanced Neurosurgical Therapies Centre on emerging Advanced Therapeutic Medicinal Product research studies, conducting neurosurgical procedures within the MRI environment.
The team is committed to a holistic approach to patient care, prioritizing professionalism in anaesthetics, theatres, and recovery. They strive to deliver the highest quality perioperative care in a safe and welcoming environment, understanding that surgery can be a stressful experience. Patients, their relatives, and carers are treated as individuals, with their rights, beliefs, and needs respected within available resources. The department also supports its staff in their continuing professional development.
A Warm Welcome to Cardiff & Vale UHB
On behalf of the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG), we just wanted to say a big "thank you" and a warm welcome to the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board’s Neurosurgical Theatres Department for joining us.
We’re really pleased to have you on board. The work your team does – especially as a major trauma centre supporting such a wide region – is hugely impressive, and we know how much dedication, skill and care goes into looking after patients in such complex and often high-pressure situations.
It’s great to have such a passionate and experienced team join the NTNG community. We’re looking forward to connecting, learning from each other, and sharing ideas and support across our networks.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Neuro Theatre Surgical Team
At Oxford University Hospitals, our Neuro Theatre Surgical Team is dedicated to delivering world-class neurosurgical care through precision, innovation, and compassion. Closely affiliated with the University of Oxford, we are driven by academic excellence, ethical integrity, and a commitment to advancing neurological science.
Our mission is to push the boundaries of neurosurgical practice while upholding the highest standards of patient safety, surgical quality, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through cutting-edge research, education, and transformative clinical care, we aim to shape the future of neurosurgery for the benefit of all.
Serving a regional population of over 3.2 million people, OUH provides quaternary and tertiary neurosurgical care across both adult and paediatric services. As a major trauma centre, we deliver emergency neurotrauma surgery, complex neuro-oncology procedures, and comprehensive care through one of the UK’s busiest neurovascular centres, integrating surgical and interventional neuroradiology expertise. Our functional neurosurgery department is internationally recognised for its pioneering work in treating movement disorders.
In Oxford, where knowledge meets the scalpel, we operate with purpose, vision, and unwavering commitment to the human mind.
A Warm Welcome to the Oxford Neuro Theatre Team
We are delighted to welcome the Neuro Theatre Surgical Team from Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG).
Oxford’s reputation for clinical excellence, academic leadership, and innovation in neurosurgery is internationally recognised, and we are honoured to have such a distinguished team join our growing network. Your expertise across neurotrauma, neuro-oncology, neurovascular surgery, and functional neurosurgery brings a wealth of experience and insight that will greatly enrich the NTNG community.
The spirit of collaboration and shared learning is at the heart of NTNG, and we look forward to working together to drive forward best practices, improve patient outcomes, and support one another in the ever-evolving landscape of neurosurgical care.
Welcome to the network — we’re excited to have you on board!
Neurosurgery Department – Queen’s Medical Centre
The Neurosurgery Department at Queen’s Medical Centre is one of the busiest in the UK, delivering comprehensive adult and paediatric neurosurgical services across a wide regional area, including Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Lincolnshire. We serve a catchment population of approximately 3.5 million people.
As an integral part of the East Midlands Major Trauma Centre, we operate four modern, fully equipped theatres, with 24/7 access to a dedicated emergency theatre. Our department is outfitted with state-of-the-art technology, including advanced neuronavigation systems, intraoperative ultrasound, 5-ALA and ICG-enabled microscopes, and endoscopes. Our latest addition—a cutting-edge intraoperative MRI scanner—enhances surgical precision and care for both adult and paediatric brain tumour patients.
The department comprises 14 consultant neurosurgeons and a dedicated theatre team of 35 staff members, ranging from Band 3 to Band 7. We are proud to be recognised as one of the few Tessa Jowell Centres of Excellence in the UK.
We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented environment and are always open to sharing experiences and learning new approaches. We welcome visits from other centres as part of our commitment to continuous improvement and advancement in the field of neurosurgery.
A Warm Welcome to Queens Medical Centre
On behalf of the NTNG we are delighted to welcome the Neurosurgery Department at Queen’s Medical Centre into our wider community. As one of the busiest and most advanced units in the country—providing outstanding adult and paediatric care across the East Midlands—we recognise your department’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaborative learning.
We look forward to engaging with your team, sharing knowledge, and supporting continued growth in training, education, and research across the specialty.
St. Mary’s Hospital, London
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
St. Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London, is one of the five hospitals under Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and serves as a Major Trauma Centre for all acute neurosurgery, including adult and paediatric neurotrauma-both cranial and spinal. It is the hub for emergency and trauma neurosurgery for North West London.
The neurosurgery theatre team manages both acute referrals (e.g. head injuries, spinal fractures) and elective cases (e.g. brain tumours, spinal decompressions). Close collaboration exists with neurology, ICU, radiology, orthopaedics, and rehabilitation services. The team also supports ongoing medical education through Imperial College London and contributes to cutting-edge neurosurgical research. The team is a highly skilled, multidisciplinary unit composed of professionals across multiple specialties. Their close coordination ensures patient safety, surgical precision, and compassionate care throughout the perioperative journey. Furthermore, they play a central role in trauma-focused, emergency neurosurgical delivery for London’s West and North West regions. Their care scope spans trauma, oncology, CSF, spinal and complex surgery, supported by robust imaging and theatre infrastructure.
Primary Areas of Practice:
· Cranial care: Trauma, skull base tumours (vestibular schwannoma, pituitary, meningioma), neuro-oncology, neurovascular pathologies (aneurysms, cavernomas).
· Spinal medicine: Spinal trauma, degenerative conditions, spinal tumours and compression syndromes.
· CSF disorders: Hydrocephalus, Chiari, idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
· Functional neurosurgery: Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), MR-guided focused ultrasound for movement disorders.
· Craniofacial surgery: Reconstruction for tumours and deformities.
Consultant neurosurgeons are the clinical leads in the neuro theatre and are responsible for performing highly complex procedures. They make critical decisions on surgical strategy, intraoperative management, and postoperative care. The theatre’s efficiency relies on additional key members, including: Fellows and Neurosurgical Registrars, Anaesthetic Consultants and Anaesthesia Team, Scrub Nurses, ODPs (Operating Department Practitioners), Radiographers, Theatre Porters, Sterile Services Staff, ICU & Recovery Nurses.
The neuro theatre team is a model of multidisciplinary excellence. From consultants to scrub nurses, anaesthetists to ODPs, each member plays a critical role in delivering safe, precise, and patient-focused neurosurgical care- whether in routine procedures or time-sensitive emergencies.
Together, we uphold the Trust’s mission:
"Better Health, for Life."
Welcome to the NTNG!
On behalf of the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG), we are delighted to welcome St Mary’s Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust to our growing community.
Your expertise as a Major Trauma Centre and your commitment to excellence in neurosurgical care make you a valuable addition to the group. We look forward to learning from your experience, sharing best practices, and collaborating to advance safe, innovative, and patient-focused neuro theatre care across the network.
Welcome aboard!
The NTNG Team
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the major acute Trusts in the North West of England, providing the full range of specialties on site. As a designated Tertiary Centre for Lancashire and South Cumbria, we offer leading services in Neurosciences, Oncology, Plastic Surgery and Renal Medicine. Royal Preston Hospital is also recognised as a designated Major Trauma Centre.
Our Regional Neuroscience Centre, based at Royal Preston Hospital, delivers comprehensive neurosurgical services to a population of 1.8 million people across Lancashire and South Cumbria. The service spans six Primary Care Trusts and works closely with the following hospitals: Royal Preston Hospital, Chorley and South Ribble Hospital, Burnley General Hospital, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Furness General Hospital (Barrow-in-Furness), Royal Blackburn Hospital, and Royal Lancaster Infirmary.
We are equipped with four dedicated neurosurgical operating theatres – three at Royal Preston Hospital (Theatres 11, 12 and 17) and one at Chorley and South Ribble Hospital – each fitted with advanced technology including Zeiss microscopes, Aeos 3D Exoscope, BrainLAB image-guidance systems, Medtronic Stealth navigation, Airo spinal navigation, 3D C-arm imaging, ultrasonic aspirators and the Cirq Robot. Our theatres also feature state-of-the-art audio-visual systems enabling real-time video conferencing, with operations streamed to large-screen monitors in the Doctor’s Room to support education and training.
Our highly skilled team includes 12 Consultant Neurosurgeons and 5 Consultant Neuroradiologists, delivering a wide range of complex procedures and supporting the regional stroke service with thrombectomies. The neurosurgical scrub team is comprised of 32 dedicated nursing staff, from Band 2 to Band 7, who provide holistic, patient-centred care while embodying the Trust’s values. With extensive experience and a passion for innovation, our team continually champions new ideas and positive change, ensuring we remain at the forefront of neurosurgical excellence.
Welcome Royal Preston Hospital Colleague's
Thank you for sharing such a comprehensive and impressive overview of the neurosurgical services at Royal Preston Hospital. On behalf of the Neurosurgical Theatre Network Group (NTNG), I would like to extend a warm welcome and express how pleased we are to have your team represented within our network.
It is inspiring to see the breadth of expertise, advanced facilities, and commitment to innovation that your unit brings to patient care and training. We look forward to learning from your experience, sharing best practice, and working together to further enhance neurosurgical services across our network.
Welcome to the NTNG – we are excited to collaborate with you.
Southmead Hospital
Celebrating 75 Years of Neurosurgery in Bristol
This year marks a remarkable milestone — 75 years of neurosurgery in Bristol.
What began at Frenchay Hospital in the pioneering days of the specialty has grown into a world-class service, now delivered from the state-of-the-art facilities at Southmead Hospital, our home for the past decade.
From innovation and dedication to the teamwork of generations of clinicians, Bristol’s neurosurgical service has evolved into a true centre of excellence — combining cutting-edge technology with patient-centred care.
Today, at Southmead Hospital, our adult neurosurgical and spinal services continue to expand in both scale and reputation. We are proud to support a team of 17 Neurosurgeons and 6 Orthopaedic Spine Consultants, working across five dedicated operating theatres — including one running 24/7 to deliver emergency care around the clock.
Every day, this highly skilled, multidisciplinary team performs complex, life-changing surgery, reinforcing Southmead’s role as a leading centre for neurosurgery and spinal care in the UK.
We are proud to be at the forefront of advanced procedures, with specialist expertise in:
Expanded Endonasal Surgery
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
SEEG
Neuro-oncology
Awake Craniotomies
Intraoperative MRI (IMRI)
Robot-Navigated Spinal Fusions
…and many other complex neurosurgical and spinal interventions.
This breadth of expertise enables us to provide safe, innovative, and patient-focused care to thousands every year, both regionally and nationally.
Fittingly, in this anniversary year, Bristol is honoured to host the SBNS Annual Meeting — a chance to welcome colleagues from across the country to share knowledge, celebrate progress, and shape the future of neurosurgery together.
Here’s to 75 years of innovation, care, and collaboration — and to many more ahead.
Welcome to the NTNG – Bristol Southmead Hospital
On behalf of the Neuro Theatre Network Group (NTNG), we are delighted to extend a very warm welcome to Bristol Southmead Hospital
As a centre with a rich history in neurosurgery — from the pioneering days at Frenchay to your world-class services today — your team brings with it a wealth of expertise, innovation, and experience that will be invaluable to the group.
With your highly skilled theatre teams supporting cutting-edge procedures such as expanded endonasal surgery, deep brain stimulation, intraoperative MRI, awake craniotomies, and robot-navigated spinal fusions, Southmead embodies the forward-thinking and collaborative spirit that NTNG is built upon.
We are excited about the knowledge, best practices, and fresh perspectives you will contribute to the network, as well as the opportunity to learn from your achievements in developing multidisciplinary teamwork and patient-centred care at scale.
Together, we look forward to sharing experiences, addressing challenges, and continuing to shape the future of neurosurgical theatre practice across the UK.
Welcome aboard — we are thrilled to have you join us.
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James Cook University Hospital Department of Neurosurgery
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Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospital NHS Trust Department of Neurosurgery
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Royal Preston Hospital, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals.
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Manchester Centre For Clinical Sciences
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Royal Manchester Children's Hospital
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The General Infirmary at Leeds
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Hull University Teaching Hospital
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Royal Hallamshire Hospital Department of Neurosurgery
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The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
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Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
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Birmingham Children’s Hospital Department of Neurosurgery
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UHNM NHS Trust Royal Stoke University Hospital
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University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
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Cambridge University Hospital Neurosurgery Unit
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Essex Neurological Centre
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Imperial College Healthcare
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St Bartholomew’s and Royal London Hospital
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The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery - London
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Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children
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Atkinson Morely Wing - London
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King’s College Hospital - London
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Brighton Department of Neurosurgery
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Wessex Neurological Centre Department of Neurosurgery
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Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
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Ninewells Hospital and Medical School
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Institute of Neurological Sciences
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Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Department of Neurosurgery
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Institute of Neurological Sciences
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Royal Victoria Hospital - Northern Ireland
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