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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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by Dr Rodney Foale, Dr Anthony Ordman

5

/5

(19 reviews)

39 years of experience

London, W1G 7AF

(+3 more)

7 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Rodney Foale, Dr Anthony Ordman

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
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Acupuncture
10
Joint Pain
5
Migraine
4
1

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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.

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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Reviews
(26)
Skill Endorsements
(4)

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Acupuncture
10
Joint Pain
5
Migraine
4
1
Western Medical Acupuncture
2
1
Facial Tension
2
Headache
1
Medical Certificate
1
Electroacupuncture
1
Back Pain
1
IVF Acupuncture
1
Acupressure
Anxiety (Stress) Acupuncture
Cancer Support
Ear (Auricular) Acupuncture
Hot Flushes
Menopause Acupuncture
Palliative Care
Post-Operative Pain
Pregnancy Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
Trigger Point Acupuncture

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

  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • WPA
  • Healix Health Services
  • AXA Health
  • Vitality
  • Aviva Health

Locations

Devonshire Diagnostic Centre

16 Devonshire St, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7AF

4.74(546 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
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HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital Outpatients

15-17 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom, NW8 7JA

4.73(2,771 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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HCA Healthcare UK The Harley Street Clinic

35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ

4.75(3,302 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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HCA Healthcare UK The Wellington Hospital

8A Wellington Place, St Johns Wood, London, United Kingdom, NW8 9LE

4.68(3,164 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Acupuncture
10
Joint Pain
5
Migraine
4
1

Contact

Reviews

5
verified patient
14 Jun 2026

Dr Selwyn Dexter was excellent. I had 5 acupuncture treatment for both my knees and my knee pain is gone.

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5
verified patient
29 Jan 2026

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.

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Reply from Selwyn Dexter
02 Feb 2026
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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 .

5
verified patient
23 Nov 2025

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.

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5
verified patient
16 Oct 2025

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.

5
verified patient
10 Jun 2025

very knowledgeable and helpful doctor. Helped me a lot with TMJ.

5
verified patient
02 Oct 2024

He is very pleasant knowledgeable dr

5
verified patient
22 Aug 2024

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.

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Reply from Selwyn Dexter
23 Aug 2024
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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.

5
verified patient
16 Aug 2024

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.

5
verified patient
24 Jul 2024

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.

5
verified patient
28 Nov 2023

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.

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Skill 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
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Dr Rodney Foale

Dr Rodney Foale

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

Dr 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
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Dr Anthony Ordman

Dr Anthony Ordman

Anaesthetist
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FAQ

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 19 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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