Dr Selwyn Dexter
BSc(Hons), MBChB, LRCP, MRCS, Dip.Med.Ac
Acupuncturist, General Practitioner, Primary Care Doctor
39 years of experience
London, W1G 7AF
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6 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rodney Foale, Dr Anthony Ordman
39 years of experience
London, W1G 7AF
(+3 more)
6 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rodney Foale, Dr Anthony Ordman
About Dr Selwyn Dexter
Dr Selwyn Dexter is general medical practitioner and also a medical acupuncturist. for For over 35 years he ran a busy medical practice in Westminster , London for both the National Health Service and private patients. He has also practiced acupuncture for a similar time. His two specialties complement each other.
He manages all clinical, general medical practice related problems. He is used to dealing with complicated medical cases and difficult diagnoses.He has a network of specialist consultants around London when patients need onward referral.
He has a special interest in migraine and recurrent head pain as well as headache related to sexual activity.
Dr Selwyn Dexter is also an Honorary Consultant Physician at the University College London NHS Trust, specifically at the National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery. He is a qualified medical acupuncturist, and deals with a wide range of neurological and medical conditions.
Dr Dexter has been a fully accredited member of the British Medical Acupuncture Society (BMAS) for over 3 decades. He uses his acupuncture skills extensively in his practice, with benefits for patients with recurrent migraine as well as gynaecological symptoms, including menstrual and pelvic pain, endometriosis as well as fertility issues.
He sees patients at the Harley Street Clinic, 16 Devonshire Street, London W1G 7AF
and also at the Wellington Hospital Outpatients , 15-17 Lodge Road ,London NW8 7JA.
Dr Selwyn Dexter has been an Honorary Consultant Physician at the University College London NHS Trust, specifically at the National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery (2017-2025). He is a qualified medical acupuncturist, and deals with a wide range of neurological and medical conditions.
He also sees patients with Long Covid at his clinics.
Dr Dexter is an active member of the research community.He has made novel discoveries and has published extensively in prestigious journals including the British Medical Journal.
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 2360711
British Medical Acupuncture Society
No. 110
Education
Royal College of Surgeons
Medicine
Graduated 1977
University of Liverpool
Medicine,Pharmacology,Medical Acupuncture
Graduated 1977
Qualifications
Education
- MB ChB Liverpool University 1977
- MRCS LRCP 1977
- BSc(Hons) 1972
- Diploma in Medical Acupuncture 1995
Languages spoken
- English
- French
Insurers
- WPA
- Saga Health Insurance
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
- Simply Health (Dental)
- AXA Health
- Bupa
Location
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(3191)
35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
(3060)
8A Wellington Place, St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA
Reviews
Dr Dexter has been extremely helpful in dealing with my migraines which have significantly improved since visiting him, reducing in frequency and severity. He is also very kind, thoughtful, considerate, and takes the time to listen to all my symptoms. He has given me lots of extra tips to help manage my migraines on top of the acupuncture. Appointments are easy and quick to get and he's very responsive. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing this treatment.
Thank you for your generous comments. I was pleased that acupuncture helped your migraine and that I was also able to give you additional supportive medical advice .
I visited Dr Dexter for acupuncture sessions for my chronic migraine. Dr Dexter is a very helpful and kind physician, who takes time to really understand the patient’s history. He has managed migraine sufferers like me and he has helped my symptoms through acupuncture and general advice such as exercise, sleeping position, hydrotherapy, mindfulness and further advice around medication use. I would highly recommend Dr Dexter and will go back to see him again for further advice and treatment.
I’ve been seeing Dr. Dexter for about a year for pain management, and I can genuinely say his level of care is exceptional. He has always been incredibly proactive and thorough, not only helping me manage my complex injury but also referring me to other specialists when further investigations were needed. Despite my slow progress, Dr. Dexter has never given up on helping me. He’s consistently supportive, compassionate, and genuinely passionate about improving his patients’ quality of life. I feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor,he truly goes above and beyond.
very knowledgeable and helpful doctor. Helped me a lot with TMJ.
I would highly recommend Dr Selwyn, I came to him after suffering from terribly painful 24 hour migraines that made me physically sick, I’d been searching for solutions, visiting various people & making lifestyle changes for years with nothing working. After 2 acupuncture sessions the migraines have been reduced to a tiny pain behind my eye, it’s magic! I’m so happy & relieved I can get on with my life now. I’m self funded and it was worth every penny. I’m a Dr Selwyn convert now, he has a great manner and is very caring.
Thank you for your kind review. Migraine can be a complicated condition to treat. It is satisfying for the doctor also when significant symptoms are lifted.
Dr Dexter is a good listener and really cares about my problem. He takes time to think things through rather than just automatically treat according to some routine as is my experience of other practitioners.
I 'll having pain over years . I had one section with Dr Dexter. I am getting much better. i will recommend him to everyone. very excellent.
Dr Dexter provides an excellent service. Very friendly, informative and ensures you are guided through the procedure with care. I was relatively new to acupuncture and the procedure helped quickly provide relief of my symptoms. I would highly recommend his services.
Dr. Dexter has helped pain from my TMJ go away in a few session. It has been a great introduction to acupuncture and I plan on continuing treatment!
Endorsements
This General Practitioner is one of the most eminent and experienced in the field of primary care. He is also very specifically expert through his interest in a wide range of cardiovascular presentations and has developed further one of the more serious practices in acupuncture in London. He is linked with Queen’s Square where he is an invaluable member of their migraine service. This doctor has immense experience and is much recommended.
31 Mar 2023
Dr Rodney Foale
CardiologistDr Selwyn Dexter is one of the kindest and most knowledgeable doctors I have had the pleasure to work with. He is both a kind and wise GP, and a unique medical acupuncturist. I have been referring patients to Dr Dexter for almost 25 years now, first in the setting of an NHS pain clinic, and more recently within the private medical sector. Patients who see Dr Dexter always appreciate the special care that he gives, and come back noticeably better as a result of his treatment. Indeed, a family friend, plagued for many years by migraine, saw Dr Dexter for a course of acupuncture treatment. She...
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31 Mar 2023
Dr Anthony Ordman
AnaesthetistFAQ
What are Dr Selwyn Dexter's reviews like?
Dr Selwyn Dexter's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 18 reviews.
What languages does Dr Selwyn Dexter speak?
Dr Selwyn Dexter speaks English and French
Where is Dr Selwyn Dexter located?
Dr Selwyn Dexter primarily practices at Devonshire Diagnostic Centre, located at 16 Devonshire St, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AF
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