Dr Robert Henderson

Dr Robert Henderson is a highly regarded Consultant Neurologist based in Auchenflower, Australia. With a commitment to providing compassionate and comprehensive care, he specialises in diagnosing and managing a wide range of neurological conditions. Dr Henderson is dedicated to helping patients navigate complex neurological health challenges, offering personalised treatment plans designed to improve their quality of life and long-term well-being.

His primary clinical and research interests lie in neuromuscular disorders, with a particular focus on motor neurone disease and multiple sclerosis. Dr Henderson is actively involved in clinical trials and research aimed at understanding how the immune system affects the nervous system, seeking innovative therapies to slow disease progression. In addition to his specialised focus, he performs comprehensive neurophysiology tests and consults on all aspects of general neurology, ensuring that each patient receives thorough and precise diagnostic evaluations.

Dr Henderson completed his medical training at the University of Queensland, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with Honours. He subsequently undertook advanced neurology training in Brisbane before attaining a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians. To further his expertise, he completed a senior fellowship in neurophysiology at a prestigious graduate school of medicine in the United States, where he served as a Senior Neurophysiology Fellow. He also holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Queensland, which he obtained in 2007, with his doctoral research investigating advanced techniques in motor unit assessment. Dr Henderson is an active member of several professional organisations, including the Australian Medical Association and the Australian and New Zealand Association of Neurologists, and serves as Vice-Patron of the Motor Neurone Disease Association of Queensland.