Professor Keyoumars Ashkan MBE
BA BSc MB BCh FRCP FRCPCH FRCPath FRCS FRCPS FRCS (SN) MD DSc
33 years of experience
London, W1G 8BJ
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33 years of experience
London, W1G 8BJ
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41 connections in healthcare
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by Dr David Choluj, Dr Paul Kirk and 16 other professionals
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About Professor Keyoumars Ashkan MBE
Professor Ashkan is a leading neurosurgeon based at King's College Hospital, London. He has expertise in degenerative spine disease, including the management of back, neck, and arm pain, sciatica, and peripheral nerve disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome. He also has interests in neuromodulation surgery and brain tumours. He is trained in deep brain stimulation, spinal cord stimulation, and occipital nerve stimulation for the treatment of movement disorders, pain, and headaches, as well as image-guided minimally invasive and stereotactic surgery for brain tumours, including awake craniotomies and brain mapping. He is also one of the few UK-based surgeons trained in both Gamma and Cyberknife radiosurgery.
His interests are in the following areas:
- Visualase
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Occipital Nerve Stimulation
- DCVax Immunotherapy
- Awake Craniotomy
- Surgery for Brain Tumours
- Gamma-knife and Cyberknife Radiosurgery
- Lumbar and cervical laminectomy and discectomy.
- Parkinson's disease
- Essential Tremor
- Brain Tumours
- Spine Disease
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
Professor Ashkan was one of a handful of neurosurgeons in the UK to be awarded a professorship. He completed dual postgraduate training in medicine and surgery and earned his MRCP in 1997 and his FRCS the following year. He then undertook higher specialist training in general neurosurgery in London and was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Neurosurgery (FRCS SN) in 2002.
During his subspecialist training in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, he undertook a fellowship in France with Professor Benabid, who is considered the founder of modern deep brain stimulation surgery. He was appointed as a Consultant Neurosurgeon at King's College Hospital in January 2007 before being promoted to the position of Professor.
Professor Ashkan is the UK Lead for the Genomics England programme for brain tumours. He is also President of the British Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery, Chairman of the Neurosurgery Section of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society, Chair of King's Neuroscience Clinical Trial Unit, and Deputy Lead for King's Neuroscience Research Advisory Committee.
He has published more than 850 peer-reviewed papers, abstracts, and book chapters, and he is an Associate Editor or reviewer for several journals.
His surgery to remove a brain tumour while the patient remained awake to play the violin attracted worldwide attention. He was awarded an MBE for services to neurosurgery in the 2025 New Year Honours list.
Outside of work, Professor Ashkan enjoys playing the piano and has completed a degree and diploma in music.
Subspecialties
- Spinal Surgery
- Neuro-Oncology
- Functional Neurosurgery
- Spinal Surgery (Complex)
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4011040
Education
University of Wales
Medicine
Graduated 1993
Qualifications
Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians: FRCP: May 2011.
The Cardiff University School of Medicine: Doctor of Medicine: MD: Sep 2006.
Specialist Training Authority: CCST (Neurosurgery): Sep 2004.
Intercollegiate Fellowship in Neurological Surgery: FRCS (Neurosurgery): Oct 2002.
Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England: FRCS (Eng.): Feb 1998.
Membership of the Royal College of Physicians: MRCP (UK): Feb 1997.
Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow: FRCPS (Glasg.): Feb 1998.
Degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MB. BCh., awarded with Commendation: July 1993.
Intercalated Degree of Bachelor of Science, BSc, in Medical Biochemistry, FIRST CLASS with HONOURS: July 1990.
Languages spoken
- English
- Persian
Insurers
- Aetna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Aviva Health
- The PHC
- AXA Health
- General and Medical
- Vitality
- WPA
- Benenden Health
- Healix Health Services
- Bupa
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Cigna
Fees
New appointment
£330Follow-up appointment
£275
Locations
HCA Healthcare UK The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
The London Clinic
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW
78 Harley Street Consulting Rooms, part of HCA Healthcare
78 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HJ
London Neurosurgery Partnership
78 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HJ
Opening hours
King's Private - The Guthrie Wing
The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS
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Professor Keyoumars Ashkan MBE is professional and friendly, giving clear explanations during patient consultations. Patients report excellent experiences with various neurosurgical procedures, including brain tumour excisions like meningiomas, and spinal conditions such as compressed discs, leading to successful surgery and strong recovery. Professor Ashkan’s comprehensive care includes efficient secretarial support, with Jennie noted for her helpful, organised assistance, and patient feedback highlights his expertise in brain tumours and back and spinal conditions.
He explained everything well, better than my consultant. He chased all record to inform the consultation & no showed no rush in the consultation. Excellent service.
It was wonderful meeting Dr Ashkan. I was initially a bit nervous, but he was very personable and a joy to converse with. He diagnosed me straight away and confirmed what I thought the issue was. He also wanted to ensure that I knew all my options and explored them before I considered surgery. Jennie, of course, is also a joy. She's very smart, friendly, helpful and efficient.
I consulted Professor Ashkan about a prospective unilateral RF Thalamotomy
Very professional and smooth from start to finish. The consultant was polite, knowledgeable and created a strong feeling of confidence in me as the patient. He was clearing his assessment of my condition and also in his recommendations. In addition, his secretarial support was excellent. Communication was timely and thorough, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the entire experience.
: **Dear Professor Ashkan,** During my consultation, you kindly devoted ample time to reviewing my scans and carrying out a thorough clinical examination. You explained your assessment of my condition and its prognosis with great clarity, and you discussed the available treatment options in detail. Throughout the visit, you expressed your conservative medical opinion in a candid, transparent, and reassuring manner. After meeting with you, I felt confident that I did not need a second opinion. I am certain that, when the time comes for surgery, I will place myself in your care, as you are an experienced, meticulous, and highly trustworthy neurosurgeon. With sincere gratitude, **Thank you, Professor Ashkan.**
Professor Ashkan was excellent in all regards. Highly professional and skilled, with brilliant patient care. The surgery was executed very well and recovery has been strong. Professor Ashkan also has an excellent medical secretary team who supported us throughout the process.
Professor Ashkan was very thorough during my visit to his office. He’s very pleasant and friendly and I would highly recommend him to anyone
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I have had the pleasure of working with Keyoumars and can highly recommend him. He is an exceptional neurosurgeon, an excellent colleague, and a true leader in his field.
08 Jun 2026
Dr David Choluj
Neurologist
Dr Paul Kirk
CardiologistAshkan is a leading brain surgeon and his surgical expertise is second to none. He also happens to have superb bedside manner.
18 May 2026
Dr Ravleen Sabharwal
General PractitionerI’ve known Keyoumars Ashkan for many years and can confidently recommend him as an outstanding neurosurgeon. He combines exceptional surgical expertise with a calm, compassionate approach, always prioritising patient care. Highly respected in his field and a true leader in neurosurgery.
26 Mar 2026
Dr Ehsan Karimiani
Clinical Geneticist
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Professor Keyoumars Ashkan MBE primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Harley Street Clinic, located at 35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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