Trust score 8/100
Mr Velupillai Ilankovan
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery · London
👤 4 years of experience
2,536+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Professor Velupillai Ilankovan is a Consultant Maxillofacial, Head and Neck Surgeon. He specialises in the treatment of patients with skin cancer, head and neck cancer, and facial deformities. He also has a specialist interest in Facial Cosmetic Surgery. He aims to provide an un-operated look, minimal downtime, and a less expensive but more pleasing outcome.
He completed his Dental training in Sri Lanka and completed his Medical Degree at the Welsh National School of Medicine in Cardiff. Following this he undertook specialist training in facial plastics, head and neck reconstruction and cosmetic surgery in Wales, the West of Scotland and the North East. He also spent time training at the renowned Mayo Clinic in America, under Professor Jackson.
Professor Ilankovan set up About Face, a charity that supports people who have been diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck. He also established 3 centres for cleft lip and palate surgery in Southern India.
He is avisiting Professor of Head and Neck Cancer at the Beijing Cancer Hospital. He has published more than 80 papers in peer-reviewed journals and authored a number of book chapters. He is regularly asked to lecture at both national and international conferences and is an Examiner for Membership and Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons.
Diseases, Medical Tests and TreatmentsCleft Palate Repair
Excision of Lesion of Lip
Lip Repair Surgery
Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal
Cancer of the Head & Neck
Cleft Lip, Palate and other Craniofcail Abnormalities
Lip Lesion
He completed his Dental training in Sri Lanka and completed his Medical Degree at the Welsh National School of Medicine in Cardiff. Following this he undertook specialist training in facial plastics, head and neck reconstruction and cosmetic surgery in Wales, the West of Scotland and the North East. He also spent time training at the renowned Mayo Clinic in America, under Professor Jackson.
Professor Ilankovan set up About Face, a charity that supports people who have been diagnosed with cancer of the head and neck. He also established 3 centres for cleft lip and palate surgery in Southern India.
He is avisiting Professor of Head and Neck Cancer at the Beijing Cancer Hospital. He has published more than 80 papers in peer-reviewed journals and authored a number of book chapters. He is regularly asked to lecture at both national and international conferences and is an Examiner for Membership and Fellowship of Royal College of Surgeons.
Diseases, Medical Tests and TreatmentsCleft Palate Repair
Excision of Lesion of Lip
Lip Repair Surgery
Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal
Cancer of the Head & Neck
Cleft Lip, Palate and other Craniofcail Abnormalities
Lip Lesion
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Velupillai Ilankovan
Education & training
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2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2018–2022 Residency · Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
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2022–2023 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 523 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 565 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 549 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,426 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 60 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 9 · i10: 6
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European registry analysis of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.7991/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32012006 · cited by 139
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Outcomes of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4484/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 36443386 · cited by 89
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European registry analysis of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.7736/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 33935669 · cited by 111
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Outcomes of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.7532/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 38939331 · cited by 61
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery European Annual Congress (Oral Maxillofacial Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery National Society Meeting · London · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Oral Maxillofacial Surgery — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a oral maxillofacial surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · mr.velupillai.ilankovan@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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