Dr Lorenzo Silva Hernández

Neurology

Dr Lorenzo Silva Hernández

Specialist in
  • Small-fibre neuropathy and disorders of the autonomic nervous system.
  • Amyloidosis.
  • Clinical electromyography and nerve conduction studies.
«I have always believed that the patient holds the key to the diagnosis; knowing how to listen to them guides my work in neuromuscular neurology, combining the latest scientific knowledge with clinical examination.»
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Professional profile

A specialist in neurology with specific experience in neuromuscular disorders and neurophysiological techniques. He provides clinical care in specialist clinics and units, with a particular focus on the diagnosis of complex neuromuscular disorders.

His clinical practice is underpinned by diagnostic rigour, technical precision and a doctor-patient relationship based on trust, incorporating active listening and ongoing support as an essential part of the care process.

Education

His training combines a degree in Medicine, a specialisation in Neurology and advanced training in electromyography techniques.

2019 | University Expert in Electromyography for neuromuscular disorders and pain. University of Barcelona.
2014–2018 | Specialisation in Neurology. San Carlos Clinical Hospital, Madrid.
2007–2013 | Degree in Medicine. Complutense University of Madrid.

Professional experience

He has spent his professional career working in hospitals and specialist neurology practices, with his clinical work focusing on neuromuscular disorders and clinical neurophysiology.

2019 – Present | Neurologist. Specialist clinic in neuromuscular disorders. Puerta de Hierro University Hospital. Madrid.
2022 – 2024 | Electromyography. Ruber Juan Bravo Hospital. Madrid.
2021 – 2022 | Electromyography. Santa Elena Hospital. Madrid.
2018 – 2019 | Neurologist. Neuromuscular Disorders Unit. San Carlos Clinical Hospital. Madrid.

Scientific publications

His scientific publications include recent papers focusing on neuromuscular and neurogenetic disorders.

2025 | Silva Hernández L et al. Clinical variability in the STIM1 variant c.262A>G associated with Stormorken syndrome. Neurología (English Edition). doi:10.1016/j.nrleng.2025.01.001
2024 | Silva Hernández L et al. ORAI1 inhibition as an efficient preclinical therapy for tubular aggregate myopathy and Stormorken syndrome. JCI Insight. doi:10.1172/jci.insight.174866
2023 | Silva Hernández L et al. Red flags in patients with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis at diagnosis in a non-endemic area of Spain. Neurología (English Edition). doi:10.1016/j.nrleng.2020.06.015
2021 | Silva Hernández L et al. Post-COVID symptoms of potential peripheral nervous and muscular origin. Neurology Perspectives. doi:10.1016/j.neurop.2021.11.002
2019 | Silva Hernández L et al. Hemifacial spasm and vestibular paroxysmia: Co-occurrence of two neurovascular compression syndromes in a patient. Neurología (English Edition). doi:10.1016/j.nrl.2016.08.002

Areas of special focus

His areas of specialisation in clinical practice include the following:

  • Small-fibre neuropathy and disorders of the autonomic nervous system.
  • Amyloidosis.
  • Myasthenia gravis.
  • Inflammatory neuropathies.
  • Inherited neuropathies.

Techniques and procedures

The techniques and procedures he routinely performs include the following:

  • Clinical electromyography and nerve conduction studies.
  • Single-pulse transcranial magnetic stimulation for motor conduction studies.
  • Monitored Valsalva manoeuvre for cardiovagal and cholinergic sympathetic nervous system studies.
  • Transcranial Doppler for the assessment of cerebrovascular pathology and cerebral haemodynamics.
  • Botulinum toxin injections and epicranial anaesthetic techniques for headaches.

Accreditations and memberships

It maintains active links with scientific societies in the field of neurology.

  • Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN).
  • Madrid Association of Neurology (AMN).

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