Dr Clare Galtrey

Dr Clare Galtrey is an accomplished Consultant Neurologist who provides expert care for patients experiencing a broad range of neurological conditions. With extensive clinical expertise in general neurology, she has a dedicated sub-specialty interest in neuromuscular disorders and motor nerve diseases. Dr Galtrey is committed to delivering holistic, patient-centred care, ensuring that individuals facing complex neurological diagnoses receive comprehensive support, precise diagnostic evaluation, and tailored management plans.

In her clinical practice, Dr Galtrey focuses particularly on conditions affecting the motor nerves, including Motor Neurone Disease and Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She leads specialised regional multidisciplinary services designed to coordinate care, symptom management, and advanced therapies for adults with genetic and progressive neuromuscular conditions. Her approach integrates scientific insight into everyday clinical practice, helping patients navigate their condition with confidence and reassured guidance.

Dr Galtrey completed her undergraduate medical degree at the University of Cambridge, where she was part of the prestigious MB/PhD programme, earning a PhD in central nervous system plasticity following peripheral nerve injury in 2006. She subsequently completed higher specialist training in neurology alongside postdoctoral research studying motor neurone disease pathology and synaptic function at leading academic institutions. Dr Galtrey maintains active professional engagement as a member of the UK MND Clinical Studies Group, contributing to clinical advancement and regional care networks.