Private Neurologist in Sutton Coldfield
Consultant neurologists at The Vesey assess and manage headache disorders, epilepsy, dizziness, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy and movement disorders. Typically seen within 7–14 days. From £300, no GP referral required.
Neurological symptoms — persistent headaches, episodes of limb weakness, unexplained dizziness, memory changes — can be difficult to investigate in primary care and carry NHS waiting lists of 12–18 months. The Vesey's neurology service provides consultant-level assessment within 1–2 weeks, with access to EEG, MRI brain, nerve conduction studies and specialist blood panels arranged at the first appointment.
Conditions we treat
Our consultant neurologists assess and manage the full range of neurological conditions. Most patients present with a single concern but leave with a comprehensive investigation plan covering related symptoms they may not have previously connected.
- Migraine (episodic and chronic)
- Tension-type headache
- Cluster headache
- Medication-overuse headache
- New daily persistent headache
- Secondary headache red flags
- First seizure assessment
- Epilepsy diagnosis and classification
- Anti-epileptic drug initiation and monitoring
- Driving fitness advice (DVLA)
- Women with epilepsy
- Benign positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Ménière's disease
- Vestibular migraine
- Cerebellar ataxia
- Postural tachycardia (PoTS)
- Tremor (essential vs Parkinson's)
- Parkinson's disease
- Dystonia
- Restless legs syndrome
- Functional movement disorder
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Motor neurone disease assessment
- Neuromuscular junction disorders
- Memory assessment
- Mild cognitive impairment (MCI)
- Early Alzheimer's disease
- Vascular dementia
- Referral to memory clinic
Procedures & transparent pricing
Every price below is the fee charged at The Vesey or via our accredited partners, inclusive where stated. You will always receive a clear itemised quote before any investigation proceeds.
| Procedure / Investigation | What's included | From |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant neurology consultation (new) | 45–60 mins · full history, examination, plan | £300 |
| Follow-up consultation | 30 mins · same consultant | £220 |
| EEG (via referral) | Electroencephalogram at accredited partner unit | £250–350 |
| Nerve conduction study (via referral) | NCS ± EMG at accredited partner unit | £300–400 |
| MRI brain (via referral) | Imaging at accredited partner · radiologist report included | From £450 |
| Lumbar puncture (via referral) | Arranged at accredited unit where clinically indicated | Price on request |
Prices accurate as of July 2026. Investigation costs are confirmed at consultation. Laboratory costs included where listed.
What to expect
From booking to a written diagnosis and treatment plan, this is how the neurology pathway works at The Vesey — typically completed within 3–4 weeks from first appointment to results.
Full neurological history and examination with a GMC-registered consultant neurologist. Investigation plan agreed and referrals generated at the same appointment.
MRI brain, EEG, blood panels, or nerve conduction studies booked at the first appointment — you leave with a clear next step already arranged.
Written results letter produced by the same consultant who saw you, with a clear explanation and updated management plan.
Medication initiation, DVLA advice, shared-care letters to GP, specialist follow-up, or onward referral as clinically appropriate.
How we compare
Patients frequently compare The Vesey with Spire, Nuffield, and the NHS neurology pathway. Here is an honest like-for-like.
- ✓ Consultant examination within 2 weeks
- ✓ MRI + EEG arranged same visit
- ✓ Written results letter within 7 days
- ✓ Open Sundays
- ✓ No GP referral required
- ✓ Driving / DVLA advice provided
- ✕ Wait typically 3–6 weeks
- ✕ Closed Sundays
- ✓ On-site imaging at some sites
- ✕ GP referral often expected
- ✓ Insurance accepted
- ✕ 12–18 month typical wait
- ✕ GP referral required
- ✕ Investigations may take additional months
- ✓ No cost to patient
- ✓ Subspecialty access
Comparator prices are typical published self-pay fees as of July 2026 and vary by consultant. NHS wait times sourced from NHS England outpatient statistics 2025.
From our neurology team
"Headache is the commonest reason for neurology referral — and the commonest thing we see is a patient who has had migraines for 20 years, never been formally diagnosed, and has been taking ibuprofen every day, making it worse. A proper neurological assessment changes that."
The Vesey Neurology Team
Migraine: the underdiagnosed disabler
Migraine affects 1 in 7 people in the UK, yet 50% have never received a formal diagnosis. Most have been living with what they call "bad headaches" and self-managing with over-the-counter analgesia — often making the problem significantly worse through medication-overuse headache, a condition where frequent analgesic use paradoxically increases headache frequency.
Episodic migraine (fewer than 15 headache days per month) is managed with acute triptan therapy and, where appropriate, preventive medication — topiramate, amitriptyline, propranolol, or CGRP monoclonal antibodies for patients with frequent episodic migraine who have not responded to first-line prevention. Chronic migraine (15 or more headache days per month, of which at least 8 are migrainous) may qualify for botulinum toxin injections (a NICE-recommended option) or the CGRP monoclonal antibody pathway via specialist referral.
At The Vesey, a neurologist takes a complete headache diary review, screens for red flags (thunderclap onset, progressive pattern, associated focal neurology, change in established headache character), and produces a written diagnosis with a full treatment plan at the first appointment. Patients who have been self-treating for years frequently leave with a clear neurological label and a specific medication plan for the first time.
First seizure — what happens next?
A first tonic-clonic seizure requires neurological assessment within 2 weeks as recommended by NICE guideline NG217. At The Vesey, the first-seizure clinic includes a full history (including witness account where available), EEG referral, MRI brain referral, and mandatory DVLA driving cessation advice — a 6-month abstention from driving is legally required after a first unprovoked seizure in the UK.
The neurological assessment determines whether medication should be started immediately — indicated where there is a structural lesion on MRI, an EEG abnormality consistent with epilepsy, or where the seizure was nocturnal — or whether a period of observation is the appropriate management for a single provoked event. A full written DVLA letter is provided at the appointment, explaining the patient's legal obligations clearly and documenting the clinical advice given.
First-seizure appointments are expedited at The Vesey. If you have recently had a first seizure, call 0121 387 3727 and we will aim to see you within 5 working days.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private neurologist cost in Sutton Coldfield?
New consultation £300 (45–60 minutes). Follow-up £220. Investigation costs — EEG, MRI brain, nerve conduction study — are quoted separately at the appointment and typically range from £250 to £450 each.
Do I need a GP referral to see a neurologist?
No. You can book directly. It is helpful to bring any previous scan results, letters, or medication lists, but we do not require a GP referral.
How quickly can I be seen by a neurologist?
Most patients are seen within 7–14 days. First-seizure assessments are expedited and offered within 5 working days in line with NICE guideline NG217.
Can you prescribe anti-epileptic drugs?
Yes. Our consultant neurologists can initiate, adjust, and review anti-epileptic medication. Shared-care letters to your GP are provided so ongoing prescribing can be managed in primary care if appropriate.
Is MRI available at The Vesey?
MRI brain is arranged via accredited imaging partners, typically available within 1–2 weeks of the consultant's referral, from £450 inclusive of radiologist and consultant report.
What is the advice about driving after an epileptic seizure?
After a first unprovoked seizure, DVLA rules require a mandatory 6-month driving abstention. Our neurologists provide written DVLA fitness-to-drive documentation at the first appointment and explain all mandatory reporting requirements clearly.
What is the difference between migraine and an ordinary headache?
Migraine is a specific neurological diagnosis characterised by episodes of unilateral, pulsating pain, typically lasting 4–72 hours, with associated nausea, photophobia, or phonophobia. Many patients with chronic headaches actually have undiagnosed migraine and respond well to specific treatment once correctly diagnosed.
Can you assess memory problems and dementia?
Yes. We perform initial cognitive screening including standardised assessments. For complex cases requiring formal neuropsychological testing or specialist dementia subspecialty input, we arrange appropriate onward referral with a full consultant letter.
Does insurance cover neurology consultations?
Bupa, Vitality, AXA Health, Aviva, and WPA routinely cover neurology consultations. EEG and MRI brain usually require pre-authorisation from your insurer; we provide the necessary clinical documentation.
What is functional neurological disorder (FND)?
FND is a condition in which neurological symptoms such as weakness, non-epileptic seizures, or tremor occur without an underlying structural or metabolic cause. It is a positive clinical diagnosis recognised by all major neurology bodies and is treatable, typically with specialist physiotherapy, psychology, and neurology input.
Consultant neurologist in Sutton Coldfield
Seen within 7–14 days. No GP referral. Open 7 days.
Free reschedule with 48+ hours' notice · Pay per visit · CQC reg. 1-13508890408
Conditions we treat
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