Dr Laura Benjamin

Dr Laura Benjamin is a highly accomplished Consultant Neurologist based in London, dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centred care for individuals experiencing complex neurological conditions. With a deep commitment to clinical excellence, she combines her extensive medical expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring that patients feel supported and reassured throughout their diagnostic and treatment journeys.

Specialising in vascular neurology and neuroinflammatory disorders, Dr Benjamin has a particular clinical interest in stroke, cerebrovascular disease, and neurological infections. Her clinical work and research focus heavily on the intersection of inflammation, infections such as HIV, and stroke risk. She is widely recognised for her expertise in managing complex cases of stroke, encephalitis, meningitis, and other brain infections, bringing a highly specialised perspective to patient care.

Dr Benjamin completed her Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at University College London in 2005, having also obtained an intercalated Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology from the same institution in 2003. She went on to earn a Master of Research and a PhD from the University of Liverpool, alongside a Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene from the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. She is a Member of the Royal College of Physicians, holding her specialty qualification in Neurology.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr Benjamin is an active Clinical Researcher and has contributed significantly to the global understanding of stroke risk factors. Her pioneering work has influenced international clinical guidelines and helped establish vital stroke care services internationally. By translating cutting-edge scientific research into everyday clinical practice, she ensures her patients receive the most advanced, evidence-based neurological care available.