Dr Matthew Bailey

Dr Matthew Bailey is a highly accomplished Consultant Neurosurgeon based in Salford, UK. He provides expert care in adult neurosurgery, specialising in the treatment of complex brain conditions. Reassuring and dedicated, Dr Bailey is committed to delivering the highest standard of surgical care, utilising advanced techniques to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients. He is a core member of a regional neuro-oncology multidisciplinary team and serves as the Clinical Lead for adult hydrocephalus.

With a broad range of clinical interests, Dr Bailey possesses specialised expertise in complex brain tumour surgery, epilepsy surgery, and cranial trauma. He is highly skilled in performing advanced procedures such as awake craniotomies, which allow for precise brain mapping during surgery to protect critical functions. His technical proficiency also extends to neuro-endoscopic surgery, neurophysiological monitoring under anaesthesia, and state-of-the-art robotic surgery. Additionally, he has extensive experience in managing both adult and paediatric hydrocephalus, ensuring comprehensive care across different age groups.

Dr Bailey qualified as a Doctor in Birmingham, graduating with Honours in 2003. He subsequently undertook rigorous specialist training as a Neurosurgical Registrar in the North West of England, completing his formal training in 2014. To further refine his skills, he completed a specialist fellowship in paediatric neurosurgery. Dr Bailey is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS in Neurosurgery), reflecting his adherence to the highest professional and clinical standards in his field.