Dr Francesco Manfredonia

Dr Francesco Manfredonia is a Consultant Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist with over 17 years of experience in the diagnosis and management of complex neurological conditions. Since 2017, he has served as Clinical Director of the Neurology and Neurophysiology Department at the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust. Trained in both Italy and the UK, he holds Specialist Register status and is licensed to practise in both countries.

Alongside his established clinical practice, Dr Manfredonia is a trainee analytic psychotherapist at the West Midlands Institute of Psychotherapy. He is deeply committed to understanding and addressing the interface between mind and body, with a particular interest in how psychological processes influence neurological symptoms and chronic illness. His ongoing psychotherapy training reflects his strong dedication to lifelong learning and his belief that integrating psychological insight into neurological care can enhance recovery, treatment adherence, and overall wellbeing.

His clinical expertise includes the management of epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, headache syndromes, peripheral nerve and muscle diseases, multiple sclerosis, dizziness, and cognitive impairment. He is highly skilled in neurophysiological testing—including nerve conduction studies, needle electromyography (EMG), and EEG interpretation—which supports precise diagnosis of neuromuscular and cerebral function.

Dr Manfredonia is passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centred care. He is particularly focused on the psychological wellbeing of his patients, recognising its pivotal role in shaping physical health outcomes. He actively works to bridge the gap between neurology and psychological medicine, with a view to promoting resilience, reducing symptom burden, and improving quality of life in patients with functional and organic neurological conditions.

In his leadership role, he has pioneered service developments such as a streamlined, multidisciplinary ‘one-stop’ model for epilepsy and first seizure management. He also contributes to research, teaching, and clinical service redesign, driven by a commitment to compassionate, innovative, and integrative care.