Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan

Qualifications

GMC number: 7021347

Practising since: 2008

Specialties

Neurosurgery

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About

Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan is a consultant neurosurgeon at King’s College Hospital, London, and a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons. Mr Kailaya-Vasan is a member of the London International Patient Services (LIPS).

Mr Kailaya-Vasan’s areas of expertise span cranial and spinal neurosurgery, with a special interest in complex neurovascular conditions (including aneurysms, AVMs, fistulae, cavernomas, neurovascular compressive syndromes and Moya Moya disease). His experience in complex spine enables a unique approach to complex neurovascular diseases affecting the spine as well as conditions such as back and neck pain.

Mr Kailaya-Vasan obtained his medical degree from University College London and undertook his higher neurosurgical training in Sheffield and London. His training culminated in the Royal College of Surgeons accredited King’s Neurovascular Fellowship.

Alongside his clinical work, he is responsible for the training and education of future neurosurgeons. He is currently the Training Programme Director for Neurosurgery in South London, co-director of the King’s Neurovascular Fellowship and supports the training of the Royal College of accredited King’s College Hospital Complex Spine Fellow. His research interests include both neurovascular and spinal pathology and his role as co-lead of the King’s NeuroLab blends his passions for training and research.

Mr Kailaya-Vasan is focused on providing his patients with a clear explanation of their neurosurgical condition and management options. He works closely with a multidisciplinary team including interventional neuro-radiologists, neurologists, neuro-anaesthetists, nurse specialists, physiotherapists, and pain specialists to achieve the best outcomes for his patients.

Languages spoken

English

Locations Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan works with

Insurers Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan works with

Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa
  • Cigna International
  • Healix
  • Vitality Health (Pru Health)
  • WPA

Declaration

Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.