MR AHILAN KAILAYA-VASAN
Consultant Neurosurgeon and Neurovascular Specialist
Providing world-class care for domestic and international patients with complex brain, spine, and nerve conditions.
Expert Care from a Leading Consultant Neurosurgeon in London
Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan is a highly experienced Consultant Neurosurgeon in London who specialises in treating complex conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system. His expertise lies in neurovascular surgery, helping patients with brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and related disorders, alongside the care of degenerative spinal disease.
Areas of Expertise
Neurovascular Surgery
As one of the UK’s leading neurovascular surgeons, Mr Kailaya-Vasan treats delicate blood vessel conditions of the brain and spine, including aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and intracranial fistulae. Treatment may include cranial surgery or cerebral bypass procedures, planned carefully to support neurological function and long-term quality of life.
Spinal Surgery
Mr Kailaya-Vasan performs procedures including discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal decompression to relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve spinal stability for patients experiencing chronic back or neck pain. This includes conditions such as degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis.
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Mr Kailaya-Vasan also performs peripheral nerve surgery to treat nerve compression, including carpal tunnel and ulnar nerve decompression. His goal is to relieve pain, restore sensation, and prevent long-term nerve damage, helping patients regain confidence and control in daily life.
Mr Ahilan Kailaya-Vasan’s Approach to Care
Every patient and every condition is unique. Mr Kailaya-Vasan believes that clarity, compassion, and collaboration are just as vital as surgical skill. He takes time to explain each diagnosis, discuss every treatment option, and ensure patients and their families feel supported from first consultation through recovery.
With over 17 years of neurosurgical experience, including his role as Clinical Lead for Neurosurgery at King’s College Hospital and within the South Thames Neurosurgery Network, he brings together technical precision and humanity. His focus is on achieving the safest, most effective outcomes in complex brain, spinal, and neurovascular surgery, while helping each patient regain confidence, function, and quality of life.
Mr Kailaya-Vasan works privately at leading hospitals in London and the South East, giving patients access to world-class facilities, advanced imaging, and comprehensive neurosurgical care.
Areas of Clinical Focus
Whether managing a long-standing condition or a newly diagnosed problem, Mr Kailaya-Vasan provides thoughtful, patient-focused care to help each individual move forward with confidence.
Expert Care When It Matters Most
Patients from the UK and abroad trust Mr Kailaya-Vasan, an experienced Consultant Neurosurgeon in London, for expert care in complex brain, spinal, and neurovascular conditions.
Whether you’re seeking clarity about a diagnosis, exploring treatment options, or need a trusted second opinion, he offers precise, compassionate, and patient-centred care.
In-person and virtual appointments are available at leading hospitals in London and the South East.
Key Surgical Procedures
Every procedure is approached with the same commitment to safety, clarity, and compassion, ensuring patients feel fully supported and confident in their care.