Trust score 8/100
Dr Neil Cochrane
👤 10 years of experience
5,234+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Neil Cochrane is an experienced Neurosurgeon and Spinal Surgeon at Precision Health, renowned for his expertise in treating various spinal conditions, brain tumours, and peripheral nerve disorders. With training in both New Zealand and Australia, he has garnered a reputation for providing top-notch care to his patients.
As a lifelong learner and a dedicated professional, Dr Cochrane frequently attends and presents at scientific meetings, surgeon training symposiums, and international neurosurgery and spinal surgery workshops. His commitment to staying at the forefront of medical advancements allows him to continuously refine his skills and knowledge, ensuring that his patients receive the best possible care.
One of Dr Cochrane's unique contributions to the field lies in his active involvement in the design and development of spinal implant technologies. By contributing to the improvement of surgical tools and techniques, he further enhances the effectiveness and safety of spinal surgeries, benefitting countless patients.
What sets Dr Cochrane apart is his patient-centric approach to healthcare. He firmly believes in the importance of involving patients in their care and decision-making process. To achieve this, he dedicates time to fully explain medical conditions and treatment options to his patients, using educational resources and videos. This ensures that patients are well-informed and empowered to make informed choices about their treatments, resulting in personalised care tailored to their specific needs.
Dr Cochrane's clinical interests are both diverse and specialised. His expertise encompasses complex degenerative and reconstructive spinal surgery, disc prolapse, spinal stenosis, and peripheral nerve disorders. He also addresses brain tumours, reflecting his proficiency in brain and spinal tumour surgery, including gliomas, metastases, and meningiomas.
The range of procedures Dr Cochrane performs is extensive and covers cervical and lumbar spine surgery, thoracolumbar reconstruction surgery, keyhole and complex spinal surgery, as well as carpal tunnel and ulnar nerve surgery. This breadth of knowledge enables him to treat a wide spectrum of conditions with precision and care.
As a lifelong learner and a dedicated professional, Dr Cochrane frequently attends and presents at scientific meetings, surgeon training symposiums, and international neurosurgery and spinal surgery workshops. His commitment to staying at the forefront of medical advancements allows him to continuously refine his skills and knowledge, ensuring that his patients receive the best possible care.
One of Dr Cochrane's unique contributions to the field lies in his active involvement in the design and development of spinal implant technologies. By contributing to the improvement of surgical tools and techniques, he further enhances the effectiveness and safety of spinal surgeries, benefitting countless patients.
What sets Dr Cochrane apart is his patient-centric approach to healthcare. He firmly believes in the importance of involving patients in their care and decision-making process. To achieve this, he dedicates time to fully explain medical conditions and treatment options to his patients, using educational resources and videos. This ensures that patients are well-informed and empowered to make informed choices about their treatments, resulting in personalised care tailored to their specific needs.
Dr Cochrane's clinical interests are both diverse and specialised. His expertise encompasses complex degenerative and reconstructive spinal surgery, disc prolapse, spinal stenosis, and peripheral nerve disorders. He also addresses brain tumours, reflecting his proficiency in brain and spinal tumour surgery, including gliomas, metastases, and meningiomas.
The range of procedures Dr Cochrane performs is extensive and covers cervical and lumbar spine surgery, thoracolumbar reconstruction surgery, keyhole and complex spinal surgery, as well as carpal tunnel and ulnar nerve surgery. This breadth of knowledge enables him to treat a wide spectrum of conditions with precision and care.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Neil Cochrane
Education & training
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2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2012–2016 Residency · Neurochirurgie
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2016–2017 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Neurochirurgie
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,430 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,944 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,488 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 399 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 90 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 9 · i10: 6
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European registry analysis of Neurochirurgie outcomes
DOI: 10.5614/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 33043599 · cited by 142
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Outcomes of Neurochirurgie in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.3733/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31005184 · cited by 140
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European registry analysis of Neurochirurgie outcomes
DOI: 10.1700/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 32055252 · cited by 114
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Outcomes of Neurochirurgie in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.5922/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34379512 · cited by 176
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Neurochirurgie European Annual Congress (Neurochirurgie) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Neurochirurgie National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Neurochirurgie — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2017
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2017
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2017
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Neurochirurgie
- Awareness When should you see a neurochirurgie?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · neil.cochrane@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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