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Dr Kayal Vijayakumar

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

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30 years of experience

Verified profile

30 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.88

85 patient reviews5 professional endorsements
4.92
Overall Experience
4.89
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.84
Explanation

146 recommendations for:

Paediatric Neurology(65)
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)(21)
Epilepsy(14)
Other(46)

Recent patient review

18 Apr 2024

Very friendly - my daughter felt immediately comfortable with her.

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About

Dr. Kayal Vijayakumar is an experienced consultant paediatric Neurologist at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London. Dr. Kayal has a particular interest in neurology and consults on a wide range of common neurological conditions, including fits and funny turns, seizures, movement disorders, and headaches.

Her special interest is in neuro-muscular disorders and neurological diseases including:

  • epilepsy,
  • paroxysmal movement disorders,
  • complex headaches and migraines,
  • neuro-inflammatory, neurovascular, and neuro-genetic/metabolic diseases.

Dr Kayal graduated from MGR Medical University in India and underwent specialty training in paediatrics and paediatric neurology in hospitals across the UK, including Great Ormond Street Hospital in London. She gained a wealth of experience as a consultant at Bristol Children's Hospital before moving to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

Dr. Kayal brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the field of paediatric neurology to the Childhealthy team and loves to meet, support, and reassure families with any paediatric neurological concerns and questions.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Paediatric Neurology (45%)
  • Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up) (14%)
  • Epilepsy (10%)
  • Headache (5%)
  • Neuromuscular Disease (3%)
  • Others (23%)

Subspecialties
  • Paediatric Neurology

All conditions and treatments
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Ataxia
  • Balance Problems & Disorders
  • Tic
  • Headache
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • In Toeing
  • MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
  • Video Consultation
  • Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4708223


Qualifications

MMBs, MRCPCH (London)


languages spoken
  • English
  • Tamil
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £485
  • Follow-up appointment: £285

Location

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The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

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205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
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4.97
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234 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5QT
234 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5QT
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369 Fulham Rd, London, United Kingdom, SW10 9QQ
369 Fulham Rd, London, United Kingdom, SW10 9QQ
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17:30 - 20:00
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17:30 - 20:00
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Reviews

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Paediatric Neurology (65)
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up) (21)
Epilepsy (14)
Headache (8)
Neuromuscular Disease (5)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

85 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very friendly - my daughter felt immediately comfortable with her.

18 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great advice and quick action.

18 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Gave good information and excellent help

18 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent doctor, was a very positive experience

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

We have always had a fantastic experience when seeing Dr Vijayakumar in clinic and reaching our via telephone or email. She alwyas listens and does everything she can to go above and beyond to meet our sons needs.

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very kind and understanding

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

We have always had great experience seeing dr vijayakumar , she is an amazing Dr.

17 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Really nice

16 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Dizziness
Headache

4.25

4.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Dr Vijayakumar is very responsive and makes time for patients, families and professionals. Her caring approach is always evident and she is a pleasure to work with.

16 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)
Neuromuscular Disease

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

We saw Dr Vijayakumar for my son's reoccurring headaches and have been so pleased with her approach and the results. Dr Vijayakumar has been great communicating with my son directly, which left him feeling seen and understood and also helped him make sense of his headaches.

13 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Video Consultation
Nausea and Vomiting
Headache
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Cerebral Palsy (1)
Neurodegeneration (1)
Paediatrics (1)

5 endorsements

Kayal is an excellent colleague and would happily recommend her to any of my patients.

18 Apr 2024
Endorsed for
Neurodegeneration
Cerebral Palsy

Dr Ellie Day

Paediatrics
Is a colleague

Kayal is a genuinely fabulous, very experienced and well-regarded paediatric neurologist. She is warm, empathetic and very nice to her patients. I share many patients with her and she always gets amazing feedback. Kayal is extremely supportive to both her patients and colleagues and is highly recommended.

16 Mar 2023
Endorsed for

Dr Wathik Alsaud

Paediatrics
Is a colleague

Dr Vijayakumar is an excellent neurologist - knowledgeable, caring and approachable. `I highly recommend her.

16 Mar 2023
Endorsed for

Dr. Kerry Robinson

Paediatrics
We trained together

It has been lovely working with Kayal. She is a highly experienced paediatric neurologist , helping children with complex neurological issues in a manner that is so reassuring for parents

16 Mar 2023
Endorsed for

Dr Walton D'Costa

Paediatrics
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What are Dr Kayal Vijayakumar's reviews like?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar's overall patient rating is 4.88 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 85 reviews

What languages does Dr Kayal Vijayakumar speak?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar speaks English and Tamil

Where is Dr Kayal Vijayakumar located?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar primarily practices at The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
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What are Dr Kayal Vijayakumar working hours?

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