Lake District Neurology

Dr Jitka Vanderpol has been a Consultant Neurologist in United Kingdom since 2005. She graduated from the First Medical Faculty of Charles University in Prague, in 1998, and was nominated to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in London in 2012. She completed her MBA (exec.) with merit at Durham University Business School, UK, in 2014.

Her main expertise is in the field of neurology, headache and migraine management. Dr Vanderpol is an innovative clinician and researcher. She was awarded First Place in the Innovative Technology or Device category at the Bright Ideas in Health Awards 2015. She received 6 Clinical Excellence Awards.

She is an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at University of Central Lancashire, a faculty member and speaker at Headache Academy in Royal College in London and UK Neurology Academy, she is a nationally recognised headache expert.

Dr Vanderpol is the former President of the Anglo Dutch Migraine Association.

Dr Vanderpol recently wrote a new book, “Helping You Successfully Manage Your Headache and Migraine: A Patient’s Guide“, to help people manage headaches and migraines at home.

Dr Stephen Coates obtained his first degree in Electronic Systems Engineering at Cranfield Institute in 1987. He was a Flight lieutenant in the Royal Airforce and worked for National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) with satellite communications systems. He took part in the launching and orbital operations of the UK and NATO satellites.

He graduated from Medical School at Newcastle University in 2000 and became a Consultant Clinical Neurophysiologist in 2007. His interests include electrical diagnostic techniques for diseases of the peripheral nervous system and brain.

He is Honorary Clinical Lecturer at University of Central Lancashire. He is CEO of TeleEEG, charity which sets up and supports epilepsy clinics in the low and middle income countries throughout the world.

In 2020 he was awarded the Adrian Fowle prize by the British Society for Clinical Neurophysiology for his services to Clinical Neurophysiology.

He has recently co-authored a publication Innovations in Global Mental Health.

Catherine Barbara Wingrove qualified in September 1980, initially working as a district nurse and Neurology nurse Consultant since 2006.

Her nursing roles required creative and innovative application of knowledge and simultaneous exercise of judgment and skill together with sensitive response to the needs of individual patients. She provides nurse-led clinics within integrated multi-disciplinary teams, liaises with community to facilitate seamless care, providing a dynamic and holistic service. She is carrying out procedures and teaching lumbar puncture to junior doctors.

Previously also acted in business roles and academia. She was appointed as honorary senior lecturer in The Faculty of applied sciences Sunderland University, participated in 2 research projects in MS field, published few articles in peer reviewed journals and was appointed as an active member of NICE Interface Group.

She joined the Royal Naval Reserve in 1999 and following junior officer training at Dartmouth Naval College gained the rank of Lieutenant.

Prior to retirement trained with Ruth Hinks (UK number one World Chocolate Master) to be a chocolatier and she has been an apiarist of 15 years.

Adele is a highly motivated and precision-driven Biomedical Sciences graduate from the University of Dundee, where she earned a First Class Honours degree. With a strong foundation in molecular biology and extensive hands-on experience in research laboratories, Adele has honed her skills at prestigious institutions, including her participation in the Summer Student Training Programme at the Vousden lab at The Francis Crick Institute. Her passion for cancer metabolism and immunology drives her ambition to contribute to groundbreaking research and innovation. Adele is currently advancing her expertise by pursuing a Masters by Research in Oncology at the Moon Lab, University of Oxford. Adele brings her meticulous attention to detail and commitment to patient care into her role as Admin and Personal Assistant to the company director, where she plays a key role in ensuring a positive and supportive experience for our patients.

Sonny David Smith is a seasoned business consultant and economist with a strong track record in both public and private sectors. With a B.Sc. in Economics and Business and an M.Sc. in Psychology, Sonny expertly combines economic theory with practical strategies to enhance organizational performance, particularly in complex fields such as healthcare and socio-economic development.

His career includes pivotal roles in reshaping economic strategies, streamlining operations, and fostering sustainable growth. Sonny authored Deprivation: The Hidden Truth, which provides a critical analysis of socio-economic challenges and has influenced policy and community development. Additionally, he contributed to the Human Research Ethics Committee at the Open University, ensuring high standards in research ethics and practices.