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Professor Mark McGurk

Professor Mark McGurk

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

London, SE1 2PR

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39 years of experience
Verified profile
39 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.89

33 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

4.88
Overall Experience
4.91
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.88
Explanation

28 recommendations for:

Jaw Surgery(4)
Parotid Tumour(3)
Tooth Extraction(3)
Other(18)

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About

Professor McGurk, Consultant Oral, Maxillofacial, Head and Neck Surgeon, Works within NHS as part of the North London Head and Neck Cancer Group. He is highly specialised in the treatment of oral and head and neck cancer, and salivary gland disease. He is also highly competent in reconstructive surgery.

Prof McGurk qualified in Medicine from Sheffield University and then proceeded to undertake specialist training in oral and maxillofacial surgery, during which he did a 6 month training period in the US. He later returned to Sheffield to complete his medical training.

Prof McGurk is a very active member of the research community, with previous research focusing on the early diagnosis of head and neck cancer, complications of surgery, and the use of minimally invasive surgery for head and neck cancer. He has also led a high-profile international trial on sentinel node biopsy which led to a 75% reduction in neck dissection for early mouth cancers. He has written several books on salivary disease and influenced the practice of salivary gland surgery to move from excision to gland preservation. Additionally, he has pioneered novel techniques in the treatment of odontogenic tumours (ameloblastoma) which preserves the mandible and normal facial appearance.

Previously, He has been the President of the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and was the editor of the British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Currently, Prof McGurk lectures around the world at conferences and has developed and run courses on salivary gland surgery around the world for his colleagues.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Jaw Surgery (14%)
  • Parotid Tumour (11%)
  • Tooth Extraction (11%)
  • Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal (7%)
  • Oral Cancer (7%)
  • Others (50%)

Subspecialties
  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Oral Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Parotid Tumour
  • Cancer of the Head, Neck, Mouth, and Tongue
  • Oral Cancer
  • Salivary Gland Cancer
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Benign (Non-Cancerous) Skin Conditions
  • Broken Nose
  • Cysts
  • Dermoid Cysts
  • Enlarged Lymph Nodes
  • Jaw Surgery
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal
  • Cyst Removal
  • Extracapsular Dissection of Benign Parotid Tumours (Minimally Invasive)
  • Mouth Sore Treatment
  • Oral Reconstruction
  • Salivary Gland Stone Removal
  • Bone Graft
  • Broken Teeth/Retained Root Removal

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 2915513


Qualifications
  • BDS
  • MBBS
  • FDS
  • FRCS
  • DLO
  • MD

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £200

insurers
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Aetna
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • General Medical
  • Cigna
  • Legal & General
  • Saga Insurance
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Vitality Health
  • Norwich Union
  • Simply Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Aviva Health
  • The Exeter
  • Healix
  • Bupa

Location

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London Bridge Hospital, Part of HCA Healthcare UK

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27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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4.78
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St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS
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4.73
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35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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4.88
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20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
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4.82
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5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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4.88
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84 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HW
84 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HW
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Reviews

All reviews(33)
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Jaw Surgery (4)
Parotid Tumour (3)
Tooth Extraction (3)
Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal (2)
Bruxism (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

33 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very calm and patient doctor. Explained me the procedure very nicely multiple times as I had come in for plunging ranula issue. Came to see me everyday in the hospital answered all my questions. His assistant is also brilliant. Highly recommended. Very knowledgeable.

03 May 2023verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Went to great lengths in explaining exactly what my operation involved and what to expect. Used cutting edge technology and as a result, surgery was minimally invasive. Successful outcome and I cannot recommend him highly enough.

22 Dec 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Salivary Gland Surgery
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stone Removal

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I had a really good experience with Professor Mcgurk , he's very informative and very caring.

09 Dec 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Parotid Tumour

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Wonderful surgeon, he made me feel at ease and executed the surgery very well. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

07 Oct 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Extracapsular Dissection of Benign Parotid Tumours (Minimally Invasive)
Parotid Tumour

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Everything was explained to me in layman’s terms and I could not have asked for more. Very professional and friendly.

11 Aug 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Jaw Surgery
Tooth Extraction
Cyst Removal

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professor McGurk has guided me with expertise and care throughout the past year and I have the utmost trust in his skill, competence and humanity.

11 Aug 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Impacted/Infected Wisdom Teeth Removal
Jaw Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mark was very helpful and clear with his instructions. The secretary was also very helpful.

11 Jul 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Dental Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Amazing doctor. Charming, kind, compassionate. Makes you feel completely at ease abs in the best of hands.

25 Jun 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mouth Sore Treatment

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I can’t thank Prof McGurk enough for the way he supported me before, during, and after my surgery/hospital stay. Far exceeded expectations. I was visited everyday, kept well informed with my progress, and made to feel at ease. His bedside manner is second to none. And a sense of humour which came in handy during some of our conversations. I couldn’t have got through it without Prof McGurk.

11 Jun 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Oral Reconstruction
Oral Cancer

1.5

1.00
Overall Experience
3.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
1.00
Explanation

Prof Mcgurk extracted a wrong tooth. He extracted my wisdom tooth (LL8) without my consent, instead of the actual tooth, LL7. He did not even mention anything about the wisdom tooth (or possible complications) during pre-consultation, however he asked me to sign some papers, but later he refused to provide me a copy. I found out about everything during post-consultation, once my dental nerve had been already damaged. I am disgusted and disconcerted by prof McGurk unprofessional practice and anti-ethical conduct. How such a Doctor (actually Professor) can lie and cheat on his patient, who came to receive medical help, it is outrageous.

25 May 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Tooth Extraction
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Oral Cancer (1)
Head & Neck Surgery (1)
Lip Lesion (1)
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems (1)

1 endorsement

As a Private GP in London, I have been referring to Mr McGurk for several years and all my patients have received fantastic service, treatment and aftercare. He is a truly skilled Surgeon and I could not recommend him highly enough.

23 Jan 2024
Endorsed for
Head & Neck Surgery
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Problems
Oral Cancer
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Dr Asif Naseem

General Practice (GP)
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What are Professor Mark McGurk's reviews like?

Professor Mark McGurk's overall patient rating is 4.89 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 33 reviews

What languages does Professor Mark McGurk speak?

Professor Mark McGurk speaks English

Where is Professor Mark McGurk located?

Professor Mark McGurk primarily practices at London Bridge Hospital, Part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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