Bruce Jaffray Consultant Paediatric Surgeon Newcastle
- 0191 2825289
- Royal Victoria Infirmary, Queen Victoria Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Anna Thorley Consultant Paediatrician Newcastle provides dedicated care to children with complex health needs. She works at the Great North Children’s Hospital, where she focuses on neurodisability and child development. Families trust her expertise because she offers guidance, treatment, and coordination with community therapy teams.
Dr Anna Thorley delivers specialist support for children with neurodisability. She runs a weekly child development clinic at the Great North Children’s Hospital. Here, she collaborates with therapists, educators, and social care teams to promote each child’s progress. Her role ensures children receive the right interventions at the right time. Consequently, she strengthens the link between hospital services and community support.
Anna Thorley Consultant Paediatrician Newcastle also oversees the healthcare of children at Hadrian and Sir Charles Parsons schools. These schools provide education for children with additional needs. Dr Thorley coordinates with teachers and therapists to meet each child’s health requirements. Her hands-on approach allows families and schools to work together seamlessly. This ensures every child gets comprehensive care both in and out of school.
In addition to clinical work, Dr Thorley serves as the designated doctor for child death in Newcastle. She leads reviews of sudden and unexplained deaths in babies and children. Her role on the North and South of Tyne Child Death Overview Panel reflects her commitment to multiagency collaboration. Furthermore, she contributes to the national child death review committee. Her aim remains clear: to reduce the risk of child deaths and improve future outcomes for children and young people.
Dr Thorley values lifelong learning. As a postgraduate, she earned diplomas in medical education and childhood neurodisability. This training enhances her clinical expertise and her ability to support the wider healthcare team. Through education, collaboration, and leadership, she improves the lives of vulnerable children across Newcastle and beyond.
