About Kuven Moodley
Specialty: consultant neurologist with particular expertise in disorders of cognition and of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Conditions seen: headache, including pressure-disordered headache; CSF disorders; hydrocephalus; gait disorders; memory loss; mild cognitive impairment; dementia, including Alzheimer's disease; acquired brain injury; general neurology
Often consulted by patients with: memory loss or difficulty with thinking and concentration, persistent headache, a change in walking, or a neurological problem following a brain injury
Patient ages seen: 18+
Also: led the development of the Acute Neurology Service at St George's Hospital and contributed to its care pathways for delirium, acute agitation and informed consent; fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
Language: English
Dr Kuven Moodley is a consultant neurologist at Welbeck's Neurology centre in London, specialising in cognitive disorders and conditions affecting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord. He assesses adults with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, as well as CSF disorders such as hydrocephalus and headaches associated with abnormal CSF pressure. His wider practice includes gait disorders, the neurological effects of acquired brain injury and a broad range of general neurological conditions.
Dr Moodley takes a thorough approach to investigating changes in memory, thinking, concentration and walking, as well as persistent headaches that may have an underlying neurological cause. His specialist expertise includes assessing hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess CSF builds up within the brain, and disorders involving abnormal CSF pressure. Recognising that cognitive and dementia assessments require more time, he allows an hour for initial consultations to explore symptoms and their impact in detail.
Alongside his private practice, Dr Moodley is a consultant neurologist at St George's Hospital, where he led the development of the Trust's Acute Neurology Service. He has also contributed to clinical pathways for managing delirium, acute agitation and informed consent. His experience in hospitalist neurology complements his specialist outpatient work.
Dr Moodley qualified in medicine at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa before moving to London in 2005. He initially worked in internal medicine and elderly care, entering higher specialist training in neurology in 2010 to pursue his interests in neurodegenerative conditions and neurovascular disease. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians.
Expertise
- Headache
- CSF Disorders
- Gait Disorders
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Hydrocephalus
- General Neurology
- Hospitalist Neurology
- Dementia
- Memory
- Headache
- General Neurology
Overview
- Age of patients seen
- 18+
- Qualifications
Dr Moodley completed his primary medical qualification at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. After moving to London in 2005, he specialised in internal medicine and care of the elderly before entering higher specialist training in neurology in 2010, where he pursued his interests in neurodegenerative and neurovascular disease.
Qualifications:
Primary medical qualification, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
- Languages spoken
- English
- Online profiles
- Professional memberships
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
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Frequently asked questions
You should seek a neurological opinion if you’re experiencing progressive memory difficulties, confusion, personality changes, or problems with concentration that are affecting daily life. Dr Turner has expertise in neurodegenerative conditions including Alzheimer's disease and Huntington's disease, and can arrange the appropriate investigations to determine the cause. Early diagnosis allows access to emerging treatments and support strategies that can help manage symptoms.
Dr Moodley assesses a wide range of neurological symptoms, including persistent headaches, problems with balance or walking, changes in memory and concentration, and neurological difficulties following an acquired brain injury.
His particular areas of expertise are cognitive disorders, such as mild cognitive impairment and dementia, and conditions affecting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), including hydrocephalus. He also provides general neurological assessments for patients with symptoms that may have an underlying neurological cause.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is the clear fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord. CSF disorders occur when the circulation, drainage or pressure of this fluid is disrupted, potentially affecting how the brain and nervous system function.
These conditions include hydrocephalus, where excess fluid builds up within the brain, and disorders involving abnormally high or low CSF pressure. Symptoms can include persistent or unusual headaches, problems with balance and walking, or changes in cognitive function. Dr Moodley specialises in assessing these conditions and identifying whether further investigations or treatment are needed.
Dr Moodley allows one hour for an initial memory or dementia consultation and 30 minutes for follow-up appointments, recognising that cognitive assessments require additional time to explore symptoms, medical history and changes in everyday functioning. Standard general neurology appointments last 30 minutes for an initial consultation and 15 minutes for follow-up.