Kristian Aquilina Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon GOSH London

Kristian Aquilina Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon GOSH London

Senior Paediatric Neurosurgeon Leading Neuro-Oncology

Kristian Aquilina Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon GOSH London has served as a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital since 2012. He also leads neuro-oncology surgery at the hospital and holds an honorary senior lectureship at the UCL Institute of Child Health. He brings both leadership and expertise to one of the world’s top children’s hospitals.

Specialist in Hydrocephalus, Spasticity, and Neuro-Endoscopy

He specializes in treating hydrocephalus, brain tumours, and spasticity in children. In particular, he pioneered the selective dorsal rhizotomy service—first in Bristol and later at GOSH in collaboration with the Wolfson tertiary neurodisability team. His work in neuro-endoscopy further supports less invasive treatment for complex conditions.

Academic Excellence and Research Leadership

Dr. Aquilina completed his medical degree at the University of Malta (1995) and finished neurosurgical training in Bristol (2009). His research on hydrocephalus in premature infants earned him an MD from the University of Bristol. He also completed a fellowship in paediatric neuro‑oncology at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis

He remains active in research and education. His interests include clinical outcomes in brain tumours, intraventricular haemorrhage, and long-term outcomes of selective dorsal rhizotomy. He also mentors neurosurgical trainees and fellows. Additionally, he serves as co‑chair of the European Society for Paediatric Neuro‑Oncology’s neurosurgical group and contributes to training and examination standards in the UK.

Why Choose Kristian Aquilina at GOSH?

Patients and families trust him for his surgical skill, academic insight, and compassionate care. His work improves treatment outcomes in the most challenging paediatric neurological conditions. In addition, his dual focus on surgery and research drives continual improvement in care standards, both at GOSH and beyond.

Contact Information

• Address: Department of Neurosurgery, Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, WC1N 3JH, United Kingdom
• Phone (Neurosurgery Dept): 020 7405 9200 Ext 5425
• Email (Neurosurgery Admin): Marion.Exley@gosh.nhs.uk