MBChB MRCP(UK) DTM&H PgDip MedSci(stroke)
Consultant physician specialising in stroke care and geriatric medicine for older adults
Experience
15 years
Languages
English
Location
Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai
Sees
seniors
Dr David Curran is a UK-trained consultant physician with 15 years of clinical experience in the UK, now practising at Mediclinic. He holds a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in geriatrics and internal medicine, with specialist expertise in stroke care. His training included a dedicated stroke fellowship at Leicester Royal Infirmary (2015–2016) focusing on hyper-acute stroke management and rehabilitation.
Dr Curran's practice covers the full spectrum of geriatric care—managing falls, orthopaedic complications in older patients, stroke prevention and recovery, rehabilitation, and community-based care. He has led stroke services clinically and is involved in research and service improvement. He also trained in tropical medicine and worked with tuberculosis programmes in Pakistan (2009–2011), broadening his experience in complex, resource-limited settings.
He believes in evidence-based, holistic care delivered in partnership with patients and families, guided by individual preference and international guidelines. His approach centres on care, compassion and clinical excellence.
Special interests: hyper-acute stroke management, neuro-radiology in stroke, falls management, community care for older people.
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MBChB
University of Leicester, United Kingdom · 2002
MRCP(UK)
Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom · 2006
Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, United Kingdom · 2009
Specialist training (CCT) in Geriatrics and Stroke Medicine
Wales Deanery, United Kingdom
Specialist Stroke Fellowship
Leicester Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom · 2016
Postgraduate Diploma in Stroke Medicine
University of Keele, United Kingdom · 2018
House Officer and Medical SHO
Leicester Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom
NGO physician (TB programme)
National TB treatment program, Pakistan · 2009-2011
Specialist trainee in Geriatrics and Stroke Medicine
Wales Deanery, United Kingdom
Stroke Fellow
Leicester Royal Infirmary, United Kingdom · 2015-2016
Consultant Physician in Geriatrics, Stroke Medicine and Internal Medicine
Wrexham Maelor Hospital, United Kingdom · 2 years
Consultant Physician in Geriatrics, Stroke Medicine and Internal Medicine
Countess of Chester Hospital, United Kingdom · 3 years
Consultations are available in English.
Mediclinic — Mediclinic City Hospital Consultant Geriatrician In department Internal Medicine, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai.
This doctor primarily sees seniors.
Commonly treated: High Blood Pressure.
Profile compiled from Mediclinic's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
Mediclinic City Hospital
Bldg 37 - 26th St - Umm Hurair 2 - Dubai Healthcare City - Dubai
+971 800 1999Mediclinic City Hospital: 3.8★ · 2,416 Google reviews — Google rating for the clinic, not this doctor.
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