Accepting new patients
Dr.
Mr Thomas Handley
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Mr Thomas Handley
Mr Handley is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon working in NHS Lothian. His sub-specialty interest and main practice is in head and neck surgery for both benign and malignant conditions, with a particular interest in facial reconstruction with microvascular techniques. He qualified with honours in dentistry at Newcastle University and again with honours in medicine and surgery at the University of Dundee. Following his basic and higher surgical training in the West of Scotland, he undertook a fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology and reconstruction in the Ninth Peoples Hospital in Shanghai, China – which is one of the busiest oral cancer units in the world. During his time in NHS Lothian he has developed a sentinel node biopsy service for head and neck cancer, as well as developing the use of 3D technology and planning in oral and maxillofacial surgery for the department. He provides consultation and treatments for all aspects of oral and maxillofacial surgery including dentoalveolar surgery, salivary gland surgery, temporomandibular joint surgery, maxillofacial trauma and facial skin cancer surgery.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) · GB
#GB-535418
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
#EB-D2CB814E
Renewal due 2029
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
Allianz Professional
4,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2008–2014
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universitat de València (GB)
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2014–2018
Residency · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Universitat de Barcelona (GB)
Career & appointments
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2018-09–2019-08
Junior consultant
Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
1,597 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
1,123 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
2,379 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
588 |
Patient reviews
See all 557"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2019
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2019
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2019
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Research & publications
h-index: 15 · i10: 2
Selected publications
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Validation of clinical scoring in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
DOI: 10.8094/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 37
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Long-term follow-up of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery across GB
DOI: 10.9977/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 127
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Invited talks
- Practical updates in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery · European Annual Congress (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Mr Thomas Handley
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Mr Thomas Handley is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
Please use the booking flow to enter your insurance — we verify and confirm before your slot.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.