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Mr Mustansir Alibhai
FRCS(OMFS) MRCS MBBS MFDS BDS
GMC: 7014396 Professional statement
Mr Mustansir Alibhai is a distinguished consultant oral and maxillofacial/head and neck surgeon based in London. With over 15 years of invaluable experience, Mr Alibhai has become a prominent figure in the field, specialising in a wide range of areas including head and neck cancer, mouth cancer, facial pain, facial reconstructive surgery, neck lump assessment, and wisdom teeth management.
Mr Alibhai is dually qualified in both medicine and dentistry. His academic journey is marked by notable achievements, having graduated with distinction in medicine and clinical sciences from King’s College London, in addition to earning a degree in dentistry from the University of Liverpool. He subsequently earned an MFDS from the Royal College of Surgeons. His commitment to excellence led to the prestigious FRCS(OMFS) qualification from the Royal College of Surgeons in 2016.
Mr Alibhai currently practises privately at Orthopaedic Specialists at the prestigious Harley Street Specialist Hospital in London. He also has extensive NHS experience, having worked as a consultant at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and University College London Hospitals NHS Trust. He currently serves as a consultant at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust.
After finishing his higher surgical training in London, he pursued a post-CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) fellowship in head and neck cancer surgery at the renowned East Grinstead unit, Queen Victoria Hospital.
In addition to his clinical expertise, Mr Alibhai is a dedicated researcher and academic contributor in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. He is an active member of esteemed professional organisations, including the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the British Association of Head and Neck Oncologists.
Mr Mustansir Alibhai's commitment to patient care, extensive experience, and academic contributions make him a highly regarded authority in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. In 2019, he received a patient-nominated award, underscoring his unwavering dedication to providing exceptional patient care and treating each patient as an individual.
Patients seeking expert care for conditions such as jaw cancer, oral lesions, salivary gland disorders, or facial reconstructive surgery can trust in his expertise and dedication to providing the highest level of care.
Clinics
OS Clinic, 45 Queen Anne St, London W1G 9JF, W1G Marylebone LondonMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 19 years of experience
- Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial/Head and Neck Surgeon, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Trust
Subspecialties
- Jaw cancer
- Dentoalveolar surgery
Professional memberships
- British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- British Association of Head and Neck Oncologists
Education
- FRCS(OMFS), Royal College of Surgeons (2016)
- MBBS, University of London (2008)
Teaching posts
- Assigned education supervisor OMFS at Guy’s Hospital
- Clinical supervisor to London Deanery SpRs (August 2017- November 2020)
Publications and conferences
- Mr Alibhai's publications can be found on his ResearchGate profile.
- Alibhai M., Perera E., Perry M. (2020) Complications in Craniofacial Trauma: An Overview of Some Common Problems. In: Perry M., Holmes S. (eds) Atlas of Operative Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery. Springer, London.
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 7014396
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- I had a great experience with Dr Alibhai. He listened carefully to my concerns and carried out a very thorough examination, explaining everything clearly and ensuring all my questions were answered. He was thoroughly professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient, and I felt confident that I was in excellent hands throughout my treatment. The entire experience was seamless, with everything running on time and the admin staff were excellent too. I could not have asked for more. Thank you
- Excellent care - would highly recommend.
- Brilliant care from the moment l arrived and Mr Alibhai is an amazing person so thankful that l am under his care
- I had the good fortune to be referred by my dentist to Mr Mustansir Alibhai. He was everything I could have hoped for. His kindness throughout, together with his skill as a surgeon and excellent communication and compassion were exemplary. I was so grateful, from my initial contact with Lina to my surgery and subsequent post op care at The Harley Street Clinic.
- I had an excellent experience with Mr Mustansir Alibhai for my wisdom tooth removal. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable and caring throughout the whole process. Everything was explained clearly, and he made sure I felt comfortable and reassured at every stage. The procedure was much easier than I expected thanks to his calm and attentive approach. I’m very grateful for the care I received and would highly recommend Mr Alibhai.
- I would highly recommend Dr Mustansir Alibhai to anyone seeking an outstanding maxillofacial surgeon. I am very grateful for the care Dr Alibhai provided throughout my treatment. He took the time at every appointment to explain each step in detail and made sure I felt reassured. Dr Alibhai’s genuine concern made a significant difference to my experience. I am very happy with the outcome of my surgery. I would also like to thank his colleague Lina for her support throughout the process.
- Mr Alibhai is an exceptional surgeon and a truly caring human being. He has successfully treated my husband for cancer twice, the second thankfully caught early, and both times he recovered to full health. Throughout his recovery, Mr Alibhai checked on him every single day without fail and always made sure our family was coping too. His kindness, compassion and dedication went far beyond anything we could expect from a doctor. We will be forever grateful to him for giving us our husband and fath
- Extremely helpful and friendly. Very smooth and positive experience
- After consulting numerous oral surgeons, I finally found the right help. Mr. Mustansir Alibhai was thorough, factual, and deeply understanding. He gave me honest facts so I could make the best choice for my health. I am very grateful for his guidance as he helped me ascertain a clear path forward to remediate the issue.
- I first visited Mr Alibhai in July 2025 for a second opinion on reconstruction. I found he was so positive & explained all the options he could offer me in a language I could understand. This really helped me as I was finding it difficult to cope with my situation. I had reconstruction in April this year & my life has changed. Mr Alibhai has done a truly wonderful job of reconstruction on my palate using a flap closure.This has restored my physical & mental health & I would like you to thank him