An initial consultation with Dr Upul Fernando is from £200.
Dr Upul Fernando
Consultant Physician
MBBS, MD, FRCP, MRCP (Geriatric)
Specialises in
- Movement disorders
- Memory impairment/confusion
- Elderly epilepsy and stoke medicine
Languages spoken
English
I am a highly respected Consultant Physician specialising in Geriatric and General Internal Medicine. I currently practice at Walsall Manor NHS Hospital and Spire Little Aston Hospital, where patient-centred and compassionate care are at the forefront of my practice. With expertise in managing acute and chronic conditions across all age groups, I focus on comprehensive, individualised treatment plans that improve patient outcomes and quality of life. My approach integrates evidence-based medicine with a holistic view of patient wellbeing. Staying updated with the latest advancements, I deliver modern and innovative medical care.
I provide advanced care across a range of medical areas, including:
Dementia assessment and treatment, providing comprehensive diagnostic services for various dementia types, emphasising personalised management to support cognitive health. This also includes compassionate care and family support, ensuring a collaborative approach to managing memory disorders.
Parkinson’s disease management, tailoring treatment plans using the latest research and therapies, focusing on improving mobility and reducing symptoms. As well as this I address both motor and non-motor aspects of Parkinson’s disease to enhance quality of life.
Blackouts and syncope, providing in-depth evaluation to identify causes, using cutting-edge diagnostic tools to deliver precise and effective treatment. I focus on preventive strategies to protect patient safety and wellbeing.
Falls and poor mobility, supplying holistic assessments to understand and mitigate risk factors, from physical health to environmental influences.
Osteoporosis and bone health, delivering expert bone health management to reduce fracture risk, including personalised treatment and preventive care strategies. I emphasise on patient education and lifestyle interventions to maintain bone strength.
Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) management, providing early intervention and preventive care to minimise future stroke risk.
Medication review and optimisation, supplying detailed assessments of medication use, particularly for older adults with complex regimens and strategies to streamline medications and ensure safety, while maximising therapeutic benefits.
General Medical Council Number: 6116135
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Dr Upul Fernando at Spire include:
Other treatments
- Assessment of mental capacity
- Blood pressure issues
- Collapse
- Complex diagnostic problems
- Complex older patients
- Confusion/delirium
- Depression in the older person
- Epilepsy
- Falls
- Frailty and rehabilitation
- Funny turns and dizzy spells
- Heart failure in elderly
- Incontinence
- Insomnia
- Multiple medication use
- Neurology in the older person
- Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders
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Important information about Covid-19 tests
COVID-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service at Spire Little Aston Hospital.
Additional information
Clinical interests
Dementia
Movement disorders
Memory disorders
Neurology
Osteoporosis
Pain management
Psycho geriatric medicine
Strokes
Qualification and professional memberships
MBBS / University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka / 2000
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Undergraduate professional degree in medicine and surgery awarded upon graduation from medical school
MD / University of Colombo, Sri Lanka / 2006
Doctor of Medicine
Higher postgraduate degree given to Physicians on successful completion on postgraduate training and passing entrance and exit examinations
MRCP / Royal College of Physicians, London, UK / 2009
Member of Royal college of Physicians
MRCP is a postgraduate medical diploma in the United Kingdom awarded to physicians once completed all relevant examinations and further medical training
MRCP in Geriatric / Royal College of Physicians, London, UK / 2011
Member of Royal college of Physicians in Geriatric Medicine
MRCP in Geriatric is a diploma/ Specialty Certificate Examination awarded to Physicians to ensure that certified specialists have sufficient knowledge and training in geriatric or elderly care medicine to practice safely and competently as consultants
FRCP / Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, UK / 2016
Fellow of the Royal College of Physician
Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (FRCP) is an accolade held by some of the most exceptional and innovative physicians in the world. It is a mark of your achievement and skill as a doctor and recognises your ongoing contribution to the profession
Current NHS posts
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.
Contact information
| Telephone | 0121 580 7119 |
| Private secretary | Kelly Powell |
| Private secretary telephone | 07467 128 499 |
| Private secretary email | kelly.powell1@nhs.net |