Dr William Singleton

Dr William Singleton is a highly skilled Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon dedicated to delivering expert surgical care for infants, children, and young people with conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems. Known for his reassuring, patient-focused approach, Dr Singleton ensures that young patients and their families feel supported, informed, and confident throughout every stage of evaluation, surgical treatment, and long-term recovery.

Dr Singleton possesses clinical expertise across a broad spectrum of paediatric neurosurgical conditions. His key areas of clinical interest include the management of hydrocephalus, spina bifida, brain tumours, paediatric epilepsy, and movement disorders such as cerebral palsy, spasticity, and dystonia. To achieve the best possible clinical outcomes, he utilises state-of-the-art neurosurgical techniques, including robotic neurosurgery, neuroendoscopy, deep brain stimulation (DBS), selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR), and intrathecal baclofen therapy. Additionally, he maintains a strong clinical and academic focus on translational neurosurgery, particularly central nervous system drug delivery methods.

Having completed rigorous higher surgical training and specialist fellowship training in paediatric neurosurgery, Dr Singleton holds a PhD alongside Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS). In addition to his clinical responsibilities, he contributes to academic research and clinical education as a Lecturer, driving forward innovations in paediatric brain and spine therapies. Dr Singleton is an active member of professional organisations, including the British Paediatric Neurosurgery Group and the Society for Research into Hydrocephalus and Spina Bifida, where he has served as Honorary Treasurer.

Collaborating as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary team alongside Paediatric Neurologists, Specialist Physiotherapists, and Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Dr Singleton emphasises holistic, coordinated care tailored to each child's individual needs. His commitment to surgical precision and compassionate care helps improve quality of life for children undergoing neurosurgical treatment.