Melissa Maguire
About Melissa Maguire
Melissa Maguire serves as the NIHR Yorkshire & Humber Specialty Research Lead for Neurology at The National Institutes of Health since 2021. With extensive experience in neurology education and clinical practice, she has contributed significantly to the field through her roles at various institutions, including the University of Leeds and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Melissa Maguire has been serving as the NIHR Yorkshire & Humber Specialty Research Lead for Neurology at the National Institutes of Health since 2021. In this role, she focuses on advancing research initiatives in neurology, contributing to the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. Her leadership position allows her to influence research directions and foster collaborations within the field.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Maguire earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree in Neuroscience from the University of Liverpool from 2005 to 2008. She also holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and a Bachelor of Medical Science (B.Med.Sci) in Pathology from the University of Birmingham, which she completed from 1994 to 2000. Additionally, she has achieved the Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) designation since 2015, demonstrating her commitment to ongoing professional development in the medical field.
Background in Neurology
Melissa Maguire has extensive experience in neurology, having worked as a Consultant Neurologist at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust since 2011. She previously held the position of Senior Lecturer in Neurology at the University of Leeds from 2011 to 2016, where she contributed to medical education and the training of future neurologists. Her clinical training included roles as a Specialty Registrar at Newcastle Upon Tyne NHS Foundation Trust and as a General Medical Rotation at UHSM - University Hospital of South Manchester NHS FT.
Research Contributions
Maguire has been actively involved in clinical research projects focusing on neurology within the Yorkshire and Humber region. Her research interests include the intersection of music and brain function, particularly in relation to epilepsy and psychiatry. This focus highlights her commitment to exploring innovative approaches to understanding neurological conditions and their treatment.
Academic Roles
In addition to her clinical practice, Melissa Maguire has been serving as an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor in Neurology at the University of Leeds since 2016. In this academic role, she enhances the educational experience of medical students and residents, ensuring that future neurologists receive comprehensive training grounded in current research and clinical practice.