We really appreciate all your efforts


A private patient, December 2021

The kindness and professionalism you all showed is a testament to all your hard work


The family of a private patient, February 2024

Your kindness and professionalism meant a lot to me and my family during this challenging time. I am grateful for the excellent care I received from you and your team.


A mouth cancer patient, September 2024

My pain is so much improved, and the sensation is already better.


A Nerve Repair patient, February 2025

You have truly gone above and beyond in my care


A private patient, May 2022

Thank you for the excellent care and skill, and saving my ability to speak and eat!


A mouth cancer patient, February 2025

Thank you for everything. Not only your fantastic surgical skills, but also your care and support throughout.


A mouth cancer patient, January 2025

I will always be extremely grateful for what you and your team did for me


A private patient, March 2022

Thanks to Diana and Gosha – they are amazing!


A mouth cancer patient, June 2024

Just to say thank you so much for everything you have done for me! You are the best doctor in the whole world!


A private patient, May 2022

Your expertise and dedication gave me confidence throughout the process. I am so glad to have had one of the best surgeons taking care of me.


A mouth cancer patient, September 2024

Many thanks Mr Fry, for your skill, care and attention


A private patient, August 2022

What you have done is simply incredible, to be able to reconstruct the mouth is remarkable. We are so grateful to you Alastair.


A Reconstruction patient, February 2025

Thank you so much – The care was excellent all the way through.


A wisdom tooth surgery patient, February 2025

Thank you so much for not giving up on me!


A private patient, December 2021

A caring consultant during my operation for oral cancer


An oral cancer patient, September 2022

Mr Fry was such a kind friendly person, I felt very relaxed and comfortable with him. He explained everything very clearly.


A private patient, March 2024

My Expertise

Salivary Gland Surgery

Alastair is extremely proud to be a core surgical member of the world famous Guy’s Hospital Salivary Gland Multi-disciplinary Team, providing cutting-edge treatments for a full range of salivary gland conditions.

How Alastair can help you

Alongside his fellow Guys team members, Alastair has been at the forefront of innovation towards minimal invasive techniques in head and neck surgery over recent years.

Salivary stones

In the context of salivary gland surgery the use of techniques to remove stones whilst preserving the gland have been developed.

Using small cameras or scopes – a technique referred to as Sialoendoscopy – small stones can be retrieved from the submandibular gland and also the parotid gland to reduce the potential side effects of gland removal.

Parotid tumours

Parotid tumours commonly present as painless lumps in the upper part of the neck or just in front of the ear. The majority of these are benign, but it is important that they are assessed by an appropriate specialist because approximately 20% are malignant.

Usually these tumours are diagnosed by clinical assessment and ultrasound with a needle biopsy.

The surgical techniques used to safely remove parotid tumours will depend on a number of factors and critically whether the tumour is thought to be benign or malignant.

Of high importance in parotid surgery is consideration of the facial nerve. This is within the parotid gland, and is very important because it is responsible for facial expression and eye closure.

Conventional surgery usually involves careful removal of the tumour with the surrounding part of the gland. This is referred to as a superficial or partial parotidectomy. However, an alternative technique for benign tumours is to carefully remove the lump only, in an attempt to reduce some of the side effects of the surgery. This is called Extra Capsular Dissection.

It is important for you as an individual that the right decision is reached. At your consultation Alastair will be happy to talk through the options.