Dr Mathew Gallagher

Dr Mathew Gallagher is a highly dedicated Consultant Neurosurgeon who provides expert, comprehensive care for patients with complex neurological and spinal conditions. Known for his empathetic and meticulous approach, he prioritises clear communication and individualised treatment plans to reassure patients and their families throughout every stage of care. As an accomplished Neurosurgeon, Dr Gallagher integrates advanced surgical techniques with modern, evidence-based practices to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and patient safety.

His clinical scope encompasses both cranial and spinal neurosurgery, with subspecialist expertise in neurotrauma and complex spinal pathology. Dr Gallagher has extensive experience in managing acute traumatic spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and chronic subdural haematoma. His surgical capabilities range from complex spinal procedures, including pedicle screw insertion and duroplasty, to cranial operations such as craniotomy, decompressive craniectomy, and endoscopic endonasal skull base surgery. In addition, he provides expert surgical evaluation and management for neuro-oncological conditions, including meningioma.

Dr Gallagher completed his comprehensive higher neurosurgical training and advanced research in the United Kingdom. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from a prestigious university in London, where his research focused on pioneering injury-site monitoring techniques to optimise the clinical management of acute traumatic spinal cord injuries. An active contributor to neurosurgical research and major national clinical trials, Dr Gallagher continues to combine academic rigour with clinical excellence to advance patient care in neurosurgery.