Dr Javier Casas Limón

Neurology

Dr Javier Casas Limón

Specialist in
  • Prevention and management of cerebrovascular risk.

  • Epilepsy.

  • Neuro-ophthalmology and neuro-otology.

«I take a holistic approach to neurology, supporting each patient through the diagnosis and treatment of their conditions with rigour, empathy and commitment.»
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Professional profile

A specialist in neurology with extensive clinical experience in the management of cerebrovascular disease, epilepsy and movement disorders, with a particular focus on headaches and migraines. He practises in both the public and private hospital sectors, combining clinical practice, the coordination of a specialist unit and teaching activities.

His professional practice is based on a holistic approach to neurological patients, combining diagnostic precision, continuous scientific updating and close patient support that fosters shared decision-making. He combines clinical practice with the training of junior doctors and participation in multicentre clinical research.

Education

Medical and neurological training, supplemented by specialist training in the assessment of personal injury and international training experience.

2026 | Clinical Observership. The Walton Centre, Liverpool.
2019 | University Expert in Personal Injury Assessment.
2019 | Bachelor’s Degree in Geography and History.
2013 | Specialist in Neurology.
2008 | Bachelor of Medicine.

Professional experience

Clinical experience gained in university hospitals, with ongoing work in clinical neurology and the coordination of a specialist headache unit.

2013 – Present | Neurologist. Fundación Alcorcón University Hospital.
2013 – 2019 | Neurologist. Quirón Madrid University Hospital and Ruber Juan Bravo Hospital Complex.
2009 – 2013 | Neurologist. San Carlos University Clinical Hospital.

Scientific publications

Scientific research focusing on headaches, migraine and neurological disorders, with participation in multicentre studies and international reviews.

2025 | Muñoz-Vendrell A, Campoy-Díaz S, Valín-Villanueva P, Casas-Limón J, et al. Atogepant following failure of anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies in migraine: a multicentre real-world study of effectiveness, safety, persistence and predictors of response. The Journal of Headache and Pain. 27(1):2. DOI: 10.1186/s10194-025-02239-1
2024 | Casas-Limón J, Quintas S, López-Bravo A, et al. Unravelling Migraine Stigma: A Comprehensive Review of Its Impact and Strategies for Change. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 13(17):5222. DOI: 10.3390/jcm13175222
2016 | Casas-Limón J, Cuadrado ML, Ruiz M, et al. Pain Paroxysms With Coronal Radiation: Case Series and Proposal of a New Variant of Epicrania Fugax. Headache. 56(6):1040–1044. DOI: 10.1111/head.12821
2015 | Casas-Limón J, Aledo-Serrano Á, Abarrategui B, Cuadrado ML. Greater Occipital Nerve Blockade: A Safe and Effective Option for the Acute Treatment of Hemiplegic Aura. Headache. 55(7):1000–1003. DOI: 10.1111/head.12607
2012 | Casas-Limón J, Ordás-Bandera CM, Matías-Guiu JA, et al. Otosyphilis as a cause of skew deviation and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Revista de Neurología. 55(1):62–64. DOI: PMID: 22718411

Areas of special focus

A comprehensive approach to neurological conditions, with a particular focus on headache disorders and cerebrovascular diseases.

  • Stroke.
  • Epilepsy.
  • Neuro-ophthalmology and neuro-otology.
  • Dizziness and vestibular disorders.
  • Multiple sclerosis.
  • Headaches and migraines.

Techniques and procedures

Application of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in clinical neurology, with a particular focus on the management of headaches and vascular prevention.

  • Prevention and management of cerebrovascular risk.
  • Pericranial nerve blocks for migraine.
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic lumbar puncture.
  • Doppler study of supra-aortic trunks.

Accreditations and memberships

Active involvement in scientific societies, as well as teaching and clinical coordination responsibilities.

  • Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN).
  • Headache Study Group of the Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN).
  • Madrid Association of Neurology.

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