Dr Michael Champion

Dr Michael Champion is a highly regarded Consultant Paediatrician who specialises in paediatric inherited metabolic diseases. He serves as a Clinical Lead in Metabolic Medicine, dedicating his practice to the diagnosis, management, and treatment of rare and complex metabolic disorders in children. With a reassuring and patient-centred approach, Dr Champion works closely with families to navigate the challenges of genetic and metabolic conditions, ensuring that young patients receive the highest standard of compassionate care.

His clinical expertise spans a wide range of inherited metabolic diseases, with a particular focus on conditions such as mitochondrial diseases, lipid disorders, and medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MCADD). Dr Champion is actively involved in running specialised clinics, including metabolic and lipid clinics, where he provides comprehensive assessments and tailored management plans. His work is driven by a deep commitment to advancing the field of metabolic medicine and improving clinical outcomes for children affected by these complex, life-altering disorders.

Dr Champion completed his medical degree at King's College London before undertaking specialist training in children's medicine. He was appointed as a Consultant in Metabolic Medicine in 1998. Throughout his distinguished career, he has remained active in professional leadership and advisory roles. He serves on the National Commissioning Inherited Metabolic Diseases Clinical Reference Group and the Rare Disorders Advisory Group, contributing his extensive expertise to the development of national clinical standards and policies for rare diseases.