Dr Alex Trussell BSc (Adv.) MD (USyd) FRACP

Expert neurology care,
tailored to you.

Specialist neurological assessment, diagnosis, and management with particular expertise in epilepsy, stroke, headache, and functional neurological disorder. Committed to clear communication and patient-centred care.

About

Dr. Alex Trussell

Dr. Alex Trussell

Dr. Alex Trussell is a consultant neurologist with subspecialty training in epilepsy and stroke. He completed his medical degree at the University of Sydney and undertook advanced fellowship training in stroke at Eastern Health and an honorary fellowship in epilepsy at Austin Health.

He has particular interests in epilepsy, first seizure assessment, functional neurological disorder, complex headache management, and stroke. Dr. Trussell is committed to thorough assessment, clear communication, and shared decision-making with patients and their families.

He is an Honorary Fellow at the Austin Health Comprehensive Epilepsy Program and is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Neurologists, the Epilepsy Society of Australia, and the Functional Neurological Disorder Society.

Qualifications

BSc (Adv.) MD (USyd)
FRACP (Neurology)

Fellowships

Stroke — Eastern Health
Epilepsy (Honorary) — Austin Health

Services

What I treat

Epilepsy

Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing management of epilepsy and seizure disorders. Includes medication optimisation, drug-resistant epilepsy, pre-surgical evaluation, and specialist advice for women of childbearing age.

Stroke

Assessment and secondary prevention of ischaemic and haemorrhagic stroke, including risk factor management, post-stroke follow-up, and investigation of stroke in younger patients.

Headache

Diagnosis and management of migraine, tension-type headache, cluster headache, and other headache disorders. Includes preventive strategies and acute treatment plans.

EEG

Interpretation of routine, ambulatory, and prolonged EEG recordings. EEG reporting for investigation of seizures, encephalopathy, and other neurological conditions.

Functional Neurological Disorder

Diagnosis and management of functional neurological disorder (FND), including functional seizures, functional movement disorders, and functional limb weakness. A positive, evidence-based approach focused on explanation, rehabilitation, and recovery.

General Neurology

Broad neurological assessment for conditions including numbness, weakness, tremor, memory concerns, dizziness, and other neurological symptoms requiring specialist evaluation.

Patient Resources

Information & support

Understanding your condition is an important part of managing it well. Below are trusted resources for patients and families living with epilepsy.

Understanding Epilepsy

Stroke

Functional Neurological Disorder

Headache

  • Headache Australia
    Information on migraine, tension-type headache, and other headache disorders

Driving

Support Services

Contact

Book an appointment

Neurology Network Melbourne

Phone

03 9500 8366

Location

Suite 2.02, 116–118 Thames Street
Box Hill VIC 3128

Website

neurologynetwork.com.au

Referrals

A GP or specialist referral is required for all new appointments.