Dr. Gordan Grahovac
Spinal Lead at King’s College Hospital and Lead of Spinal network for South East London and Kent
United Kingdom
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Dr. Gordan Grahovac is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spinal Lead at King’s College Hospital. He holds a PhD from the University of Zagreb and has completed advanced training in complex spine and neurosurgery in top US and European institutions. With over 60 peer-reviewed publications, his expertise includes minimally invasive spinal surgery, spinal oncology, and neuro-navigation technologies. Prof. Grahovac is recognized internationally for his work in treating complex spinal and neurosurgical conditions with a focus on patient-centered care and innovative techniques.
Dr. Gordan Grahovac is a highly experienced Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spinal Lead at King’s College Hospital, where he also serves as the Lead of the Spinal Network for South East London and Kent. He completed his undergraduate medical education at the University of Zagreb, where he obtained his MD and later pursued a PhD in neurosurgery. Prof. Grahovac’s commitment to advancing spinal and neurosurgical care is reflected in his leadership role at one of the UK’s top hospitals.
In addition to his clinical role, Prof. Grahovac has received advanced training in complex spine surgery and neurosurgery through fellowships at prestigious institutions, including Weill Cornell Medical College in the USA, Mayo Clinic, and Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. His extensive training has equipped him with specialized skills in treating complex spinal disorders, with a focus on minimally invasive procedures, spinal oncology, and craniovertebral junction pathologies.
With more than 60 peer-reviewed publications, Prof. Grahovac is a recognized academic leader in his field. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Croatian Association of Neurosurgical Surgeons and the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies. He has also contributed to multiple groundbreaking studies on spinal surgery, including the use of robotic-assisted techniques and advancements in minimally invasive spinal fusion.
Prof. Grahovac’s clinical interests include degenerative spinal conditions, spinal tumours, and spinal infections. He has a particular focus on treating patients with back pain, radiculopathy, and spinal fractures using the latest techniques in spinal surgery. His work also extends to managing complex cases, such as those involving spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leaks, spinal infections, and tumours affecting the spinal cord.
A key advocate for patient-centered care, Prof. Grahovac emphasizes the importance of conservative treatments and minimally invasive surgeries, aiming to improve both the quality and efficiency of care for his patients. His leadership in the South East London spinal network helps to ensure that patients receive access to state-of-the-art treatments and comprehensive care plans.
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Spinal Lead
2021 - TodayKing’s College Hospital
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Lead of Spinal network
2021 - TodaySouth East London
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Adult Neurosurgeon and Complex Spine Consultant
2017 - TodayKing’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London
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Complex Spine Fellow
2016 - 2017King’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London
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Neurosurgery SpR
2015 - 2016National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
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Consultant Adult Neurosurgeon
2015 - 2015Clinical Hospital “Dubrava”, Zagreb, Croatia
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Pediatric Neurosurgical Fellow
2014 - 2015Lurie Children’s Hospital, Chicago, IL, USA
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Clinical Fellow, WFNS – Aesculap Fellowship in Tübingen, Department of Neurological Surgery
2013 - 2014University of Tübingen, Germany
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Consultant Adult Neurosurgeon
2012 - 2014Clinical Hospital “Dubrava”, Zagreb, Croatia
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Fellow, Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Brain and Skull Base Fellowship
2010 - 2011Department of Neurological Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, NY, New York, USA
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Resident Physician, Neurological Surgery
2006 - 2012Clinical Hospital “Dubrava”, Zagreb, Croatia
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Specialist registration with a licence to practice
General Medical Council, UK
2015
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Doctorate of Philosophy, PhD
School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
2015
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Doctorate of Medicine
School of Medicine, University of Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia
2003
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Member, Croatian Association of Neurological Surgeons (2003)
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Member, Croatian Medical Chamber (2003)
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1- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34728397/
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2- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28343313/
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3- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29305117/
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4- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30009083/
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5- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30708081/
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6- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32497850/
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