Dr Mary Doyle MRCPCH BSc Hons

Dr Mary Doyle Consultant Paediatric Neurodisability is passionate about helping children, young people, and their families understand their needs. Her goal is to provide the support necessary for them to thrive, be happy, and achieve their personal best.

As a Paediatrician, Dr Doyle completed her specialist Neurodisability training at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). During this time, she worked in their Neurodisability clinics and Neurology department, where she completed her speciality and sub-speciality qualifications. After spending a year at GOSH in a consultant role, she then applied for a position at the Evelina Children’s Hospital, Newcomen/Neurosciences Department, which is a tertiary service. Currently, Dr Mary Doyle Consultant Paediatric Neurodisability works in the Newcomen Neurodevelopmental second opinion service. Here, the team provides diagnoses and recommendations in neurodevelopment, learning, complex medical needs, and mental health.

Clinical Expertise and Services

In addition to her primary role, Dr Mary Doyle serves as the Clinical Lead for the Spinal Cord Clinic. In this capacity, she cares for children with Spina Bifida and spinal cord disorders, addressing their neurological and developmental needs. Furthermore, she also works in the TANDeM (Tics and Neuro-developmental Movements) service. Within the Movement Assessment Clinic, she sees children and young people with cerebral palsy, post-stroke issues, developmental coordination disorder, and various genetic conditions.

When appropriate, Dr Doyle prescribes medications for a range of conditions. These include treatments for ADHD, sleep difficulties, epilepsy, cerebral palsy/increased tone, Tourette syndrome, and mental health issues. Moreover, a significant part of her role involves writing recommendations for schools and EHCPs (Education and Health Care Plans). As a result, this helps families support their children in reaching their full potential.

As a parent herself, Dr Mary Doyle understands the worries that parents face. Consequently, she strives to achieve the best outcomes for her clients and always considers their needs when working with families.