Dr Roland Barrowman

Dr Roland Barrowman is a highly qualified, Australian-trained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who provides comprehensive care for patients requiring specialised facial, jaw, and oral procedures. With a patient-centric approach, he focuses on achieving optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes. Dr Barrowman collaborates closely with dental and medical colleagues to deliver tailored treatment plans, ensuring that patients feel supported and reassured throughout their surgical journey.

Dr Barrowman completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Otago in New Zealand before relocating to Australia to obtain his medical degree at the University of Melbourne. He was subsequently selected for the Victorian Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialist training programme, gaining extensive experience across various hospitals. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. To further refine his expertise, he completed a fellowship in complex facial injuries in Western Australia, followed by sub-speciality fellowship training in head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgery at highly regarded units in the United Kingdom. His commitment to global best practices has also led him to observe facial surgery units across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

In his clinical practice, Dr Barrowman manages a broad spectrum of conditions, ranging from routine oral surgeries to complex reconstructive procedures. His expertise encompasses dental extractions, dental implants, bone grafting, and corrective jaw surgery, as well as the management of temporomandibular joint disorders. He also maintains a strong interest in advanced sub-specialities, including facial plastic surgery, treatments for obstructive sleep apnoea, and head and neck oncology. Alongside his clinical work, Dr Barrowman is dedicated to the advancement of his field, contributing to peer-reviewed journals and actively training the next generation of surgical specialists as a Consultant at a major teaching hospital.