Dr Grace Vassallo

Dr Grace Vassallo is an esteemed Consultant Paediatric Neurologist and Clinical Lead who specialises in diagnosing and treating complex neurological conditions in children and young people. Her practice encompasses a broad range of paediatric neurological disorders, with a primary focus on improving clinical outcomes and overall quality of life for young patients and their families. Dr Vassallo is recognised for her reassuring, patient-centred approach, taking time to address both the medical and emotional needs of the children under her care.

Her clinical expertise lies in managing rare genetic neurological conditions as well as complex cerebrovascular disorders in children. Dr Vassallo has a dedicated focus on Neurofibromatosis Type 1, NF2-related Schwannomatosis, paediatric neurovascular diseases, childhood stroke, and cavernomas. Believing strongly in the power of interdisciplinary teamwork, she works alongside clinical geneticists, neurosurgeons, and specialist nurses to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each child's individual growth and developmental journey.

Dr Vassallo earned her Doctor of Medicine qualification and holds a Diploma in Child Health from London. She completed her specialist postgraduate examinations to achieve membership in both the Royal College of Physicians and the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health. To maintain the highest standards of clinical practice, Dr Vassallo holds active professional memberships with the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and the British Paediatric Neurology Association. Alongside her clinical responsibilities, she is actively engaged in regional training supervision for future Paediatricians and participates in cutting-edge research into paediatric brain development.