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Mr Chris Derham
Neurosurgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Mr Chris Derham
Mr Chris Derham is a full-time Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spinal Surgeon at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, a position he has held since 2014. After completing his medical degree at the Royal Free Hospital, London, he undertook neurosurgical training across the Yorkshire region and achieved a Doctorate of Medicine with distinction from the University of Leeds, focusing on tissue regeneration. Mr Derham has completed the prestigious National Spine Fellowship in England and the EANS Neurosurgical Fellowship in Innsbruck, Austria. He practices all aspects of neurosurgery with a subspecialty interest in complex spinal surgery, including intradural tumour surgery, cranio-cervical junction surgery, and minimally invasive spine procedures. A strong advocate for patient safety and high-quality care, Mr Derham has contributed to national quality improvement initiatives in spinal services (GIRFT/SBNS). He is committed to advancing surgical techniques as well as teaching and mentoring neurosurgical trainees and consultants in the UK and internationally. Mr Derham offers a wide range of treatments, including anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, spinal decompression, minimally invasive spinal surgery, vertebroplasty, spinal fusion, nerve surgery, and trauma surgery. Outside of medicine, he is a keen sports and outdoors enthusiast with a passion for the mountains and the sea. He speaks English, Slovenian, and German.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB
#GB-157228
Valid until 2028-12-31
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European Board of Neurosurgery
#EB-8DFCA7A1
Renewal due 2037
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AXA Healthcare Liability
5,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2016–2022
MD · Medicine and Surgery
UAB Barcelona (GB)
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2022–2026
Residency · Neurosurgery
Universidad Complutense de Madrid (GB)
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2026–2027
Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Charité Berlin, DE
Career & appointments
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2026-09–2027-08
Junior consultant
UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Neurosurgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
2,572 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
2,714 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
938 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
3,045 |
Patient reviews
See all 746"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Neurosurgery — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2027
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2027
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2027
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Research & publications
h-index: 19 · i10: 12
Selected publications
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European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
DOI: 10.7178/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 92
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Outcomes of Neurosurgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4446/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 78
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European registry analysis of Neurosurgery outcomes
DOI: 10.3811/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 136
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Invited talks
- Practical updates in Neurosurgery · European Annual Congress (Neurosurgery) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Neurosurgery · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Mr Chris Derham
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Mr Chris Derham is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English, German, Slovak.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
Please use the booking flow to enter your insurance — we verify and confirm before your slot.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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