Dr Calan Mathieson

Dr Calan Mathieson is an accomplished Consultant Neurosurgeon who provides high-quality, compassionate care to patients presenting with complex neurological and spinal conditions. Known for his clear communication and reassuring clinical approach, he prioritises helping patients and their families thoroughly understand their diagnosis and surgical options. His dedication to clinical leadership and patient-centred outcome measures ensures that care strategies are personalised to relieve pain, restore function, and enhance long-term wellbeing.

His clinical scope covers a broad spectrum of neurosurgical and spinal conditions. Dr Mathieson possesses significant expertise in treating traumatic brain injuries, head trauma, spinal cord tumours, spinal stenosis, and complex degenerative conditions of the spine. His surgical practice encompasses a wide variety of advanced interventions, including complex spinal trauma surgery, decompression procedures, spinal fusions, and endoscopic treatments. Furthermore, he actively engages in surgical innovation, employing cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques and mixed reality navigation technology to minimise tissue disruption and support efficient patient recovery.

Dr Mathieson completed his specialist neurosurgical training in Glasgow before expanding his surgical expertise through a prestigious National Spinal Fellowship in Leeds. Beyond his direct clinical commitments, he is deeply invested in medical education, surgical governance, and research. He serves as an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at university level and fulfils the role of Training Programme Director for neurosurgery across Scotland, where he leads the instruction and development of future neurosurgeons.