For providers

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar

Paediatrician

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

29 years of experience
Verified profile

Paediatrician

London, W1W 5AH

29 years of experience
Verified profile

Patient Trust Score

4.91

22 patient reviews

3 professional endorsements

4.91
Overall Experience
4.91
Bedside manner
4.91
Explanation

19 recommendations for:

Epilepsy(6)
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)(6)
Paediatric Neurology(5)
Other(2)

Recent patient review

02 Jun 2023

Very nice

AboutLocationReviewsEndorsementsFAQ

About

Dr. Kayal Vijayakumar is an experienced consultant paediatric Neurologist at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in London. Dr. Kayal has a particular interest in neurology and consults on a wide range of common neurological conditions, including fits and funny turns, seizures, movement disorders, and headaches.

Her special interest is in neuro-muscular disorders and neurological diseases including:

  • epilepsy,
  • paroxysmal movement disorders,
  • complex headaches and migraines,
  • neuro-inflammatory, neurovascular, and neuro-genetic/metabolic diseases.

Dr Kayal graduated from MGR Medical University in India and underwent specialty training in paediatrics and paediatric neurology in hospitals across the UK, including Great Ormond Street Hospital in London. She gained a wealth of experience as a consultant at Bristol Children's Hospital before moving to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

Dr. Kayal brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the field of paediatric neurology to the Childhealthy team and loves to meet, support, and reassure families with any paediatric neurological concerns and questions.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Epilepsy (32%)
  • Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up) (32%)
  • Paediatric Neurology (26%)
  • Headache (5%)
  • Paediatrics (5%)

Subspecialties

  • Paediatric Neurology
  • Paediatric Nephrology

All conditions and treatments

  • Epilepsy
  • Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)
  • Headache
  • Chronic Paediatric Disorder
  • Dizziness
  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
  • Gait Abnormalities
  • In Toeing
  • MRI Scan (Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan)
  • Paediatric Dizziness & Balance Disorders

Registered with

General Medical Council

4708223


Qualifications

MMBs, MRCPCH (London)


languages spoken

  • Tamil
  • English

Location

All locations

The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.81
(1641)

Specialist's working hours

at All locations

Monday

Not available

Tuesday

Not available

Wednesday

Not available

Thursday

Not available

Friday

Not available

Saturday

Not available

Sunday

Not available

Reviews

All reviews
Epilepsy (6)
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up) (6)
Paediatric Neurology (5)
Headache (1)

22 reviews

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Very nice

02 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Headache
Migraine
Weight Loss

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Very helpful information today, Looking forward to see her next time with more explanation to my son health condition.

02 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Vijaykumar has been responsive, caring and thorough, and we are very grateful for the care which we have had from her.

15 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology
Epilepsy
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)

4.25

4.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
4.00
Explanation

Dr Vijayakumar has a broad knowledge of paediatric neurologic conditions, especially neuromuscular conditions, performs a thorough neurological examination and connects well with child and parents.

14 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Neuromuscular Disease
Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Neurodevelopmental Conditions

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Excellent doctor, went above and beyond for us.

13 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

We were urgently looking for a paediatric consultant neurologist for our 16 yr old son (per our GP's referral). I Google searched and contacted several offices but was unsuccessful in getting an appointment. Exasperated, I eventually came across Dr. Vijayjumar's profile, which had a telephone number underneath her picture. I rang it, expecting to be connected to yet another office reception, but Dr. Vijaykumar answered herself. I was surprised but she was very warm and friendly and asked me how could she help. I told her what was happening with my son and she stated that she had an available slot that same day and could see him. When we saw her, she had a very kind, welcoming, and approachable demeanour and was very patient and thorough with my son and asked him/us very detailed questions. She intently listened to everything we had to say, did not rush us at all and reviewed the GP referral and additional notes from his school we'd provided. She explained her suspicions about what could be happening with my son but shared that she wanted to investigate further to be sure to either rule or diagnose and promptly referred him to other specialists for further medical tests and investigations. We are currently still awaiting the results of these but felt that Dr. Vijayjkumar's approach was holistic in nature and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a paediatric neurologist.

09 May 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Vijayakumar is an exceptional clinician. Her understanding and explanations of epilepsies and their treatment is done at a level of excellence. Very supportive colleague, easy to engage and communicate with, patient and understanding.

27 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Epilepsy
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)
Paediatric Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Dr Vijayakumar, whom I have known as a colleague for a number of years, is an excellent Paediatric Neurologist and a supportive colleague. She is a thorough clinician and goes an extra mile to help children and families.

10 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Neurology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

Knowledgeable and a safe pair of hands.

06 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Neurology
Epilepsy
Paediatric Epilepsy (Initial Management and Follow-Up)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
Explanation

A very efficient and helpful colleague who always goes out of her way to help.

06 Apr 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric (Pediatric) Neurology
Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews.
Learn more here

Endorsements

Have you worked with this specialist?

Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Paediatrics (1)

3 endorsements

Kayal is a genuinely fabulous, very experienced and well-regarded paediatric neurologist. She is warm, empathetic and very nice to her patients. I share many patients with her and she always gets amazing feedback. Kayal is extremely supportive to both her patients and colleagues and is highly recommended.

16 Mar 2023
Endorsed for

Dr Wathik Alsaud

Paediatrics
Is a colleague

Dr Vijayakumar is an excellent neurologist - knowledgeable, caring and approachable. `I highly recommend her.

16 Mar 2023
Endorsed for

Dr. Kerry Robinson

Paediatrics
We trained together

Kayal is a superb paediatric neurologist and member of the Childhealthy team. Kayal is approachable, always available to discuss patients and highly respected by families and colleagues.

19 Dec 2022
Endorsed for
Paediatrics
Paediatric Consultation

Dr Yiannis Ioannou

Paediatrics
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Dr Kayal Vijayakumar's reviews like?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar's overall patient rating is 4.91 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 22 reviews

What languages does Dr Kayal Vijayakumar speak?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar speaks Tamil and English

Where is Dr Kayal Vijayakumar located?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar primarily practices at The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
See more locations

Does Dr Kayal Vijayakumar accept new patients?

Dr Kayal Vijayakumar generally accepts new patients.

Get in touch with this specialist to enquire as a new patient