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Mr Alan Parbhoo

Mr Alan Parbhoo

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Harpenden, AL5 4BP

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22 years of experience
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22 years of experience
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Patient Trust Score

5.00

80 patient reviews

4 professional endorsements

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

115 recommendations for:

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems(23)
Lesion Biopsy(9)
Jaw Surgery(9)
Other(74)

Recent patient review

25 Mar 2024

Friendly and clear in giving explanations.

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About

Mr Alan Parbhoo is a Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Lead for the East of England Regional TMJ Centre (Luton), Chair of the East of England TMJ Commissioning Steering Group and Deputy Chair of the Skin Cancer Service (Bedford). He holds leadership roles as Educational Supervisor for Dental Core Trainees and as a Clinical Supervisor for Higher Surgical Trainees. He has a particular interest in jaw joint disease, skin cancer, facial growth problems and deformities (jaws, chin, nose), salivary disease, and facial aesthetics.

Mr Parbhoo began his education by studying Medicine and then Molecular Medicine & Molecular Oncology at the Royal Free Hospital. Following this, he undertook training in Oral & axillofacial surgery, and studied Dentistry at King's College London. Subsequently he completed higher surgical training within the East of England Deanery, before undertaking a Royal College of Surgeons fellowship in Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery. He was awarded the Gold Medal in the FRCS examination and was then appointed Consultant at Bedford and Luton Hospitals in 2015.

Apart from his clinical work, he has a longstanding interest in patient safety and is the Lead for Clinical Human Factors (Bedford) and a Human Factors in Healthcare Trainer. He teaches on international patient safety courses and has published his work in several articles. He is actively involved in ongoing research in post-traumatic facial reconstruction, TMJ disease and skin cancer. He has published a book and chapters in medical textbooks.

He is also an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England for the MRCS exam. He is a keen cyclist, hill walker and rock climber and both his children have inherited his enthusiasm for the latter.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems (20%)
  • Lesion Biopsy (8%)
  • Jaw Surgery (8%)
  • Restricted Mouth Opening and Locking (7%)
  • Excision of Lesions of the Mouth, Tongue, and Gum (6%)
  • Others (51%)

Subspecialties
  • Oral Surgery
  • Facial Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery
  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Oral Medicine

All conditions and treatments
  • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
  • Restricted Mouth Opening and Locking
  • Facial Pain
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Benign (Non-Cancerous) Skin Conditions
  • Tongue Tie
  • Cysts
  • Lip Lesion
  • Skin Cancer
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
  • Lesion Biopsy
  • Excision of Lesions of the Mouth, Tongue, and Gum
  • Jaw Surgery
  • Mole Removal
  • Wisdom Teeth Removal
  • Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Mouth Sore Treatment
  • Mucocele Removal
  • Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6027909

General Dental Council

No. 260367

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 273865

British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (BAOMS)

No. 2262


Qualifications
  • Invited Lecturer University of Hertfordshire 2024
  • MRCS Examiner Royal College of Surgeons 2023
  • FRCS OMFS (Gold Medal) Royal College of Surgeons of England 2015
  • MRCS Royal College of Surgeons of England 2005
  • MBBS Royal Free & University College Medical School 2001
  • BSc Molecular Medicine & Molecular Oncology University College London 2000
  • BDS King's College London 2010
  • Cosmetic & Reconstructive TIG Fellowship Royal College of Surgeons of England 2015
  • Human Factors in Healthcare Train the Trainer Being Human Ltd. 2019

Memberships:

  • British Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
  • Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • British Medical Laser Association

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £190
  • Follow-up appointment: £130

insurers
  • Healix
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum
  • health-on-line
  • CS Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Legal & General
  • General Medical
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Saga Insurance
  • Cigna
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Simply Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Norwich Union

Location

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Spire Harpenden Hospital

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Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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14:00 - 18:00
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14:00 - 17:30
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Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
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17:15 - 18:00
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Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
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Bridge House, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK42 9DJ
Bridge House, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK42 9DJ
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09:00 - 13:00
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Reviews

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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems (21)
Lesion Biopsy (9)
Restricted Mouth Opening and Locking (7)
Excision of Lesions of the Mouth, Tongue, and Gum (6)
Jaw Surgery (6)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

80 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Friendly and clear in giving explanations.

25 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Jaw Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Parbhoo is always very professional and efficient at appointments. He has a calm and clear manner and we would highly recommend him to others.

08 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Alan Parbhoo is highly experienced in his field and he approaches his work wih the utmost care.

01 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Jaw Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Parbhoo took his time to explain the lesion and the procedure so i was quite prepared for the minor op.

23 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Lesion Biopsy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr. Parbhoo was recommended to me after searching for a private surgeon after being on the NHS waiting list for around 9 years. Mr.Parbhoo works both NHS and has private patients, so if you are lucky enough to have him under the NHS, just know you have the very best. I had double jaw surgery and nasal septoplasty carried out by Mr.Parbhoo last year. I personally feel that he went over and above for me, covid meant my surgery was cancelled multiple times but Mr.Parbhoo kept me informed at all steps. Due to not having the surgery, I also pushed my wedding back. I am so glad I did because I am so so happy with my bite that Mr.Parbhoo has corrected. He was so informative from my first appointments, to the day of surgery, coming to see me in the evening to check on me and all follow up care has been outstanding. This is a 100% honest post, Mr.Parbhoo gave me the confidence to smile on my wedding day, he fixed a painful bite and I had my whole trust in him. If there is someone reading this who is debating going to Mr.Parbhoo for surgery, then let me tell you that his work is phenomenal, I healed really quickly and Mr.Parbhoo’s relationship with his patients gives trust and confidence in him. I cannot thank you enough for your continued care for me. With thanks, Stacey L

06 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Septoplasty
Jaw Surgery

Reply from Alan Parbhoo

Dear Stacey, thank you so much for your kind words. You have been a wonderful patient to treat and I am delighted with your outcome. I am so glad your wedding went smoothly and I wish you a long and very happy marriage.

17 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been a patient of Mr Parbhoo for 18 months seeing him for consultations and surgery to my jaw. Mr Parbhoo is so kind, gentle and caring. He really listens to you and never rushes you. I totally trusted him throughout my treatment and recommend him highly.

05 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent professional with a friendly approach to a patient. Willing to explain any relevant questions.

16 Nov 2023verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

The treatment I received was absolutely excellent. I was treated with care and respect at all times. The execution of the procedure was incredibly skilful and I experienced no pain following the procedure at all and it completely solved the problem I presented with.

14 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Oral Surgery
Tooth Extraction
Restricted Mouth Opening and Locking

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr. Parbhoo has treated my jaw problems and been excellent at explaining what, how and why things were being done.

12 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Parbhoo was very helpful and understanding. He gave me lots of options and advice and my jaw function has returned to normal.

12 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
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Jaw Surgery (3)
TMJ Surgery (3)
Temporomandibular Jaw Joint Pain and Clicking (3)
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems (2)

4 endorsements

I have known Mr Parbhoo for a number of years. He is an excellent Maxillo-facial surgeon and we often work collaboratively in appropriate cases.

02 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
Rhinology

Mr Pranay Singh

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Is a colleague

Mr Parbhoo is an excellent Max fax surgeon and an amazing person. It’s very rare to have a surgeon so skilful and yet so humble .He’s one of the surgeons who is trusted with any simple or complex Max fax issue by all his colleagues and patients. Truly an asset to all the hospitals he works for and a very well respected colleague.

29 Dec 2022
Endorsed for
Temporomandibular Jaw Joint Pain and Clicking
TMJ Surgery
Jaw Surgery
+ 5 more

Mr Shobhit Verma

Orthopaedic Surgery
I have referred patients to them

Mr Parbhoo is a great colleague of mine. We have shared care for several patients with great patient feedback. I have referred patients who have always been highly complimentary of Mr Parbhoo's knowledge and skills. I throughly recommend Mr Parbhoo and strongly believe that all patients would always receive the best care.

15 May 2022
Endorsed for
Temporomandibular Jaw Joint Pain and Clicking
TMJ Surgery
Jaw Surgery
+ 4 more

Dr. Muhammad Nisar

General (Internal) Medicine
Is a colleague

I work with Mr Prabhoo and I can highly recommend him as an excellent Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon.

15 May 2022
Endorsed for
Temporomandibular Jaw Joint Pain and Clicking
TMJ Surgery
Jaw Surgery
+ 9 more

Mr Nick Clifton

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Mr Alan Parbhoo's reviews like?

Mr Alan Parbhoo's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 80 reviews

What languages does Mr Alan Parbhoo speak?

Mr Alan Parbhoo speaks English

Where is Mr Alan Parbhoo located?

Mr Alan Parbhoo primarily practices at Spire Harpenden Hospital, located at Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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What are Mr Alan Parbhoo working hours?

Mr Alan Parbhoo is working Monday (14:00 - 18:00, 09:00 - 13:00), Wednesday (17:15 - 18:00, 17:15 - 18:00), Thursday (14:00 - 17:30)

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