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Neurosciences

Neurology Outpatient Department RVI

Both Neurology and Neurosurgery  Outpatient Departments are based in the New Victoria Wing Outpatient Department at the Royal Victoria Infirmary.

A comprehensive range of general and specialist clinics are held here and you may be seen by one of our neurosurgeons, neurologists or nurse specialists who also run clinics here.

Several specialist nurses are available for advice and support for conditions affecting the brain and nervous system, including:

  • head injury
  • epilepsy
  • neuro-oncology (brain tumours)
  • pain

How to find us

Directions to Neurology Outpatients, New Victoria Wing at the RVIShow [+] Hide [-]

The Neuro Out Patient Department is based in the New Victoria Wing at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. The New Victoria Wing is situated next to the Great North Children's Hospital - the large circular, copped clad building which you can see from Queen Victoria Road. 

You will be able to gain access to the clinics in the New Victoria Wing in three ways:

  • Via the Main Entrance of the main building.
  • From Queen Victoria Road if you have been dropped off by taxi or ambulance.
  • Alternatively, you can enter the new buidling via the Multi Storey Car Park - you will see signs directing you to the access point from Level 2.

When you enter the main atrium of the New Victoria Wing, you will see signs giving directions for where you need to go depending on which clinic or service you have come for.  There will be directions throughout the building to help you find your way around and a receptionist is also availble to help you with any enquiries you might have.


How to get to the hospital

Staff you are likely to meet

The clinical team in the outpatient department consists of neurologists, neurosurgeons and nursing staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other support staff.

Different members of the team will see you during your visit depending on the type of treatment you require.

Things you need to know

  • Please report to the receptionist 10 minutes before your appointment, (unless advised to attend earlier) and show your appointment card.
  • If you are experiencing any problems managing at home please talk to a member of the nursing staff before you leave the clinic.
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