Dr Christian Skulina

About Dr Christian Skulina

Dr Skulina is a highly qualified Specialist Neurologist with extensive experience in diagnosing and managing a broad range of neurological conditions. He has particular interests in headaches, peripheral neurology, and advanced injection therapies.

Botulinum Toxin Treatment Expertise

Dr Skulina is a recognised expert in botulinum toxin injection therapy, providing advanced, evidence-based treatments for various neurological and cosmetic conditions, including:

– Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
– Migraine and chronic headache management
– Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders
– Facial spasms
– Dystonia and spasticity management, including EMG-guided botulinum toxin injections
– Cosmetic applications of botulinum toxin
He utilises EMG guidance to ensure precise, effective, and safe administration for optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

– MD, Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich (First Class Honours, 2002)
– FRACP (Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians)
– Board Certified Neurologist (Switzerland)
– Member, Australian and New Zealand Headache Society
Training and Fellowships
– Neurology and Neurophysiology training at Zurich University Hospital, Switzerland, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney and National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, UK
– Stroke and Neurophysiology Fellowships, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
– Research Fellow, The George Institute for Global Health Academic and Research Achievements

Dr Skulina has published in peer-reviewed, high-impact journals in the areas of stroke and multiple sclerosis, contributing to the advancement of neurological research and patient care. He completed a doctoral thesis in Neuroimmunology at the Max Planck Institute for Biochemistry, focusing on the role of lymphocytes in Multiple Sclerosis. Dr Skulina remains actively involved in research and education, ensuring his patients benefit from the latest advances in neurological care.