Professor David Choi

Professor David Choi is a highly respected neurosurgeon, specialising in complex spinal surgery, skull base surgery and advanced neurosurgical care. With extensive training and academic achievement, he is recognised for delivering expert neurosurgery with a focus on spinal and skull base conditions.

Education and neurosurgery training

Professor Choi graduated from Emmanuel College, Cambridge, in 1989 with a first‑class BA degree in medical sciences before completing his clinical medical training in Edinburgh (MBChB). He undertook initial surgical training at Glasgow Royal Infirmary and went on to complete specialist neurosurgery training at leading centres, including the Glasgow Institute of Neurological Sciences, Atkinson Morley’s Hospital and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London.

He further advanced his expertise with a PhD in neuroregeneration and was awarded the prestigious Hallett Prize medal from the Royal College of Surgeons of London, recognising excellence in surgical research and practice.

In addition, he has experience in neurosurgery for skull base tumours and skull base endoscopy, reflecting his broad expertise as a leading neurosurgeon.

Academic leadership and research in neurosurgery

Professor Choi holds an academic position at the UCL Institute of Neurology alongside his NHS consultant role at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London. Through these roles, he contributes to advancing neurosurgery and improving patient outcomes

His research excellence has been recognised through major awards, including a prestigious European Research Council grant and funding from the Wellcome Trust. This academic involvement ensures that his neurosurgery practice is informed by the latest evidence and innovation.