About us

The Trigeminal Neuralgia Institute (the "TN Institute") is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, number 1204273.

It was founded in 2022 by three experienced and well known experts in the field of facial pain. They are the first Trustees.

Founders and Trustees

Dr. Ann Hayes, Ph.D.
Dr. Simon Tate, Ph. D.
Professor Joanna Zakrzewska, MD, FFPMRCA

Executive Committee

Professor Joanna Zakrzewska, MD, FFPMRCA (President)
Dr. Simon Tate, Ph. D. (Chairman)
Dr. Ann Hayes, Ph. D. (Vice Chair)
Jillie Abbott
Adrian Hale (Secretary)

Constitution

The TN Institute has adopted the Constitution of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation.

The Constitution sets out the key objects of the Institute:

● Promoting research into the causes, diagnosis and management of trigeminal neuralgia;
● Providing a diagnostic service for trigeminal neuralgia and signposting patients to centres of excellence where they can receive treatment;
● Advancing education in trigeminal neuralgia amongst healthcare professionals to enable them to provide effective care to their patients.

Last updated 31.8.23