Approved insurers
Aetna
Alliance Health Corporate
Aviva
AXA Health
Healix Health Services
VitalityHealth
WPA
Consultant hand surgeon
23 years’ experience
£95 consultation
Practice Plus Group Google rating
Vasileios Kefalas
Mr Vasileios Kefalas, a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 23 years of experience, specialises in hand and wrist surgery. Practicing at Practice Plus Group Hospital in Southampton since 2010, he offers a comprehensive range of procedures, including carpal tunnel release and wrist arthroscopy.
Biography
Mr Vasileios Kefalas is a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in hand and wrist surgery, with over 23 years in the field. He graduated from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 1996 and completed his mandatory service in the Greek Army Medical Department, also working as a General Practitioner. He then pursued specialist training in orthopaedics, earning his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Trauma and Orthopaedics in 2007.
In 2008, Mr Kefalas relocated to the UK, undertaking an Upper Limb Fellowship at Wrightington Hospital in Wigan, followed by a senior upper limb fellowship at Southampton General University Hospital. He was admitted to the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register in 2008. In 2013, he obtained the European Diploma in Hand Surgery from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand (FESSH) and is a member of the British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH).
Since 2010, Mr Kefalas has been practicing at Practice Plus Group Hospital in Southampton, where he performs a wide range of wrist and hand procedures, including carpal tunnel release, trigger finger treatment, ganglion removal, soft tissue tumor excision, ligament reconstruction, Dupuytrens contracture surgery, trapeziectomy, and wrist arthroscopy. He is proficient in multiple languages, including English, German, Greek, and Romanian, enhancing his ability to communicate with a diverse patient population.
Procedures
Expert in hand and wrist surgery
Mr Kefalas specialises in hand and wrist surgery and wrist arthroscopy
Expert in elbow surgery – cubital tunnel release
Mr Kefalas specialises in cubital tunnel release
Expert in fusion of joints
Vasileios undertakes a wide range of operative procedures including: carpal tunnel releases and revisions, trigger thumb and finger release, ganglions (open or arthroscopic removal), lump-soft tissue tumour removals, soft tissue procedures (i.e., ligament reconstructions, fasciectomies for Dupuytren’s disease), trapeziectomies, wrist arthroscopy, nerve entrapment, procedures for acute and chronic conditions of the wrist (osteotomies, fusions, joint replacements).
Qualifications
Medical Degree
Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki 1996
CCT Trauma & Orthopaedics & Traumatology
University Hospital George Papanikolaou, A Orthopaedic Department, Greece 2007
FESSH
European Diploma in Hand Surgery from the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand 2013
BSSH
Member of the British Society for Surgery of the Hand
GMC
General Medical Council Specialist Register 2008
About me
Languages
English
German
Greek
Romanian
2010
Started at Practice Plus Group
Hobbies and interests
Mr Kefalas enjoys exercise, travel and spending time with family and friends
Outside of his professional life, Mr Vasileios Kefalas enjoys embracing various cultures, fluent in English, German, Greek, and Romanian. He is passionate about outdoor activities, traveling, and exploring new destinations. Additionally, he enjoys reading, engaging in physical exercise, and spending quality time with family and friends to unwind.
Learn more about Vasileios Kefalas’s expertise and experience
Vasileios has 23 years of experience as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon. He has worked in the Medical Department of the Greek Army and as a GP in Greece. He moved to England in 2008 and has since worked and trained as a senior upper limb fellow at Southampton General University Hospital.
A private consultation with Mr Kefalas a very affordable £95. This price includes: an in- depth consultation, x-rays, blood tests, swabs and a tailored treatment plan.
Memberships, fellowships and teaching
- Senior Upper Limb Fellow at Southampton General Hospital
- Upper Limb Fellow at Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust
- Member of the BSSH (British Society of Surgery of the Hand)
Associated registries and profiles
Vasileios Kefalas patient reviews
Nick Busuttil
Hand and wrist surgery patient, Practice Plus Group Hospital, Southampton“Fifteen months since my second operation, both of my wrists are pain-free and I can do almost everything I could before.
If I hadn’t had this op, I would have had to find a new career. I can play with my ten-year-old son Reagan and enjoy life again.”
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FAQs about the consultant
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Where is Vasileios Kefalas located?
Vasileios Kefalas practises at Southampton
Does Vasileios Kefalas accept new patients?
Yes, Vasileios Kefalas is always happy to welcome new patients for Hand and wrist surgery.
Does Vasileios Kefalas accept insured patients?
Yes, Vasileios Kefalas accepts insured patients. The approved insurers are:
AetnaAlliance Health CorporateAvivaAXA HealthHealix Health ServicesVitalityHealthWPA
Does Vasileios Kefalas accept self-pay patients?
Yes, Vasileios Kefalas is happy to welcome patients seeking Hand and wrist surgery via the self-pay route.
Does Vasileios Kefalas accept NHS patients?
Yes, Vasileios Kefalas accepts NHS Hand and wrist surgery patients.
Do I need a referral to see Vasileios Kefalas?
If you are seeking treatment via the self-pay route, you won’t need a GP referral. NHS patients will need a referral from their GP to access a consultation with Vasileios Kefalas.
Can I pay to see Vasileios Kefalas?
Yes. An initial consultation with Vasileios Kefalas costs £95. This usually takes place a couple of weeks after making your booking enquiry.
What can I expect during my consultation with Vasileios Kefalas?
First, Vasileios Kefalas will need to diagnose your issue and figure out your treatment options.
This will likely involve them carrying out medical tests such as X-rays or blood tests. They may also ask questions about your medical history.
How much does it cost to see Vasileios Kefalas?
It costs £95 to have an initial consultation with Vasileios Kefalas.