Dr Robert Boland-Freitas is a Sydney based neurologist who has monthly clinic at Barton Specialist Clinic. He completed training in Neurology at the Blacktown, Westmead, Calvary and Canberra Hospitals. He subsequently completed subspecialty training in Clinical Neurophysiology at Royal North Shore Hospital.
He is the Director of the Neurophysiology Department at Blacktown Hospital, Sydney, NSW. He has a particular interest in neuromuscular disorders, including the muscular dystrophies. Dr Boland-Freitas is an experienced provider of Botulinum toxin therapies for neurological disorders, including migraine, dystonia and hyperhidrosis. He has completed PhD studies under the supervision of A/Prof. Ng (University of Sydney) researching muscle diseases using novel neurophysiological methods, with a focus on the myotonic dystrophy. For this work, he was nominated for the Peter Bancroft Prize.
His special interest is in Botox treatment for neurological conditions and Nerve Conduction Studies/Electromyography (EMG).
All referrals for consultations regarding neurological concerns in general, as well as known conditions such as (but not limited to) the following are welcomed:
- Headaches/Migraines
- BOTOX and EMG
- Movement disorders (including Parkinsons disease, dystonia)
- Epilepsy
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Neuroimmunological disorders (such as multiple sclerosis)
- Cerebrovascular disease
Dr Boland-Freitas is in high demand. The wait for initial consultation with Dr Boland-Freitas in Canberra is 5+ months. However, there are cases suitable for initial consultations via Telehealth which are organised by his Sydney clinic and usually booked within 4-6 weeks. Then we can book all follow-up appointments in Canberra. Referral is required and must be accepted by Dr Boland-Freitas. Once he triages the referral, reception will contact you. Alternatively, you can call his Sydney clinic on 02 8287 1900 directly and see if they can offer you an earlier appointment.
