Mr Kristian Aquilina is the surgical lead for the neuro-oncology department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children since 2012. He is also an honorary senior lecturer at the Institute of Child Health.
Surgical Lead in Neuro-Oncology
Mr Kristian Aquilina
Biography & Qualifications
Mr Aquilina has a particular interest in the surgical management of spasticity in children with cerebral palsy, he specialises surgery known as selective dorsal rhizotomy and also neuro-endoscopy.
Mr Aquilina graduated from the University of Malta in 1995 and completed his neurosurgical training in Bristol in 2009. He completed a one-year clinical fellowship in paediatric neurosurgery, and particularly in paediatric neuro-oncology, at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis Tennessee. He was appointed Consultant Neurosurgeon in Bristol in 2010 and in June 2012 he was appointed Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. Mr Aquilina’s research interests lie within brain tumours in children particularly in relation to clinical outcomes and imaging, intraventricular haemorrhage in preterm babies, hydrocephalus and the outcomes of selective dorsal rhizotomy for spasticity in children with cerebral palsy.
Meet The Clinical Team
Behind every successful outcome is a dedicated team. Meet the clinical team whose expertise and compassion make LCU world-renowned.
Plastic & Craniofacial Surgeon
Professor David Dunaway
Bringing decades of experience in complex Craniofacial and reconstructive surgery.
Senior Consultant
Mr Tim Lloyd
Mr Lloyd is the Senior Consultant Craniofacial, Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon at the Eastman Dental Hospital and was appointed at...
Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon
Professor Owase Jeelani
Professor Owase Jeelani is a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon and has worked at Great Ormand Street Hospital for Children (GOSH) part...
Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon
Mr Zubair Tahir
Mr Zubair Tahir is an experienced Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon, who is passionate about delivering the highest quality care to all children....
Consultant Plastic, Craniofacial & Aesthetic Surgeon
Mr Graeme Glass
Graeme Glass PhD, FRCS(Plast) MBA is a London trained, internationally respected consultant plastic, craniofacial and aesthetic surgeon.
Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr Justin Shute
Dr Justin Shute is a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience working within Orthognathic and Craniofacial teams....
Featured Procedures
LCU provides precision lead procedures for a wide range of conditions — please view a sample of our expertise.
maxillofacial
Orthognathic Surgery
Repositioning the upper or lower jaw to correct facial disproportion, malocclusion (bad bite), or functional issues with chewing, speaking, and...
epilepsy
Lesionectomy
Lesionectomy is often recommended when medication alone cannot control seizures and imaging has pinpointed a clear source in the brain.
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Our Locations
Wherever you meet us, you’ll receive the same world-class expertise and compassionate care. Our surgeons work across some of London’s most respected hospitals and private clinics.
Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)
Professor David Dunaway and Owase Jeelani lead the world-renowned Craniofacial and Neurosurgery units at GOSH.
The Portland Hospital
The Portland is the UK’s largest private children’s hospital with a dedicated paediatric intensive care unit.
84 Harley Street
LCU take full advantage of this location to consult with patients in a relaxed environment.
152 Harley Street
Specialist consultations and advanced diagnostics in London’s leading medical district.
Weymouth Street Hospital
LCU procedures are carried out at Weymouth Street Hospital’s advanced, patient-centred facilities.
The London Clinic
The London Clinic is one of the UK’s leading private hospitals, located in central London near Harley Street.
The Wellington Hospital
LCU performs their general anaesthesia adult plastic & reconstructive procedures here.