Haris Koumoullis
MD DDS MSc FAHNS
Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Head & Neck Surgeon
Craniofacial & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Haris Koumoullis is a dual-trained / board-certified surgeon in Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery, as well as in Head & Neck Surgery and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
He graduated from the School of Dentistry, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and from the School of Medicine, University of Ioannina. He completed postgraduate studies and research at the University of Athens, earning an MSc titled: “Robotic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Techniques and Telemedicine”.
He completed full specialty training in Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery in Scotland (North East of Scotland Deanery), and subsequently completed full specialty training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in England (Merseyside Deanery, Health Education England North West). During his extensive dual training, he worked and trained in leading UK centers, including: Aintree University Hospital Liverpool (a referral center for Head & Neck oncology surgery and reconstructive restoration) and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital (an internationally recognized center for Craniofacial Surgery and Clefts).
He subsequently completed a 1-year Fellowship in the United States at the University of Maryland Medical Center (Baltimore, USA), one of the largest Head & Neck oncology surgical centers on the East Coast. There, he further subspecialized in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, Microvascular Reconstruction, and the applications of Robotic Surgery in Head & Neck procedures (Head & Neck Microvascular Oncology Surgery Fellowship).
Dr. Koumoullis has led and contributed to innovative research in surgical oncology and reconstructive surgery, surgical education, as well as anatomy and techniques for restoring complex craniofacial defects.
Short Bio
Dr. Haris Koumoullis is a dual-trained / board-certified surgeon with clinical experience across the United Kingdom and the United States, with a focus on Head & Neck surgical oncology, microvascular reconstruction, and complex craniofacial surgery.
His training includes full specialty training in Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery in Scotland and in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in England, with hands-on experience at major referral centers such as Aintree University Hospital Liverpool and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.
He also completed a Head & Neck Microvascular Oncology Surgery Fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center (Baltimore, USA), further deepening his expertise in robotic surgery and advanced microvascular reconstructive techniques.
Education & Training
Core Degrees
- DDS – National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- MD – University of Ioannina
Postgraduate Studies
- MSc – “Robotic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Techniques and Telemedicine” – National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- PG Cert OMFS – Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (2023) – University of Liverpool (School of Medicine & Dentistry)
Specialties & Certifications
- Specialty Certification in Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery – North East of Scotland Deanery (HESPRAS)
- Specialty Certification in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – Merseyside Deanery, England (HAOMS)
- FAHNS – Fellow / member (Head & Neck Surgery)
Professional Experience & International Practice
United Kingdom
- Plastic Surgery Training – Scotland (North East of Scotland Deanery)
- OMFS Training – England (Merseyside Deanery, HEE North West)
- Aintree University Hospital Liverpool – Head & Neck Oncology & Reconstruction
- Alder Hey Children’s Hospital – Craniofacial Surgery & Cleft Care
United States
- Head & Neck Microvascular Oncology Surgery Fellowship (1 year) – University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, MD
- Advanced training in microvascular reconstruction and robotic surgery applications in Head & Neck procedures
Greece
- Clinical activity with emphasis on Head & Neck surgical oncology, reconstructive and craniofacial surgery, in case-specific collaborations.
Clinical Expertise
A contemporary surgical approach combining oncologic resection with functional & aesthetic reconstruction, with a strong focus on microvascular techniques and advanced craniofacial surgery.
Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
Benign and malignant tumors of the face, neck, oral cavity, and salivary glands, with emphasis on definitive resection and reconstructive planning that preserves essential function (speech, swallowing) and aesthetic balance.
Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery
Functional and aesthetic restoration using local flaps and microvascular free flaps, tailored to each patient’s needs and to complex defects following oncologic resection or trauma.
Facial Nerve Surgery (Facial Reanimation)
Restoration of facial function and symmetry in patients with facial nerve paralysis, using contemporary microsurgical and nerve-reconstruction techniques.
Cranial Nerve Surgery
Specialized reconstruction of iatrogenic and non-iatrogenic injuries of the inferior alveolar and lingual nerves, with the goal of restoring sensation and functional integrity through advanced microsurgical techniques.
Craniofacial Surgery & Cleft Care
Congenital and acquired deformities of the face, oral cavity, and skull; cleft lip and palate care in children and adults; as well as post-traumatic and post-surgical deformities. Includes advanced orthognathic surgery for skeletal disharmony and occlusal dysfunction.
Surgical Management of Sleep Apnea
Surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with individualized planning, aimed at improving airway patency, sleep quality, and daytime function when conservative therapies are insufficient or not tolerated.
Academic Work & Honors
- Leadership and contributions in research spanning surgical oncology, reconstructive surgery, surgical education, anatomy, and techniques for restoration of complex craniofacial defects.
- Professor John Lowry Prize – Scholarship Award (EACMFS): 24th EACMFS Congress, Munich (18–21 Sep 2018) and 22nd EACMFS Congress, Prague (23–26 Sep 2014).
- Research Grant 2022 – Facial mimetic muscle motion analysis / facial kinematic capture, University of Aberdeen / Robert Gordon University (Motion Capture & Analysis).
- Endowment Grant 01/04/2018 (Project 17/055) – 3D hand motion analysis & capture for surgical training assessment, University of Aberdeen / Robert Gordon University.
- BAPRAS – Scottish Annual Plastic Surgery Meeting 2017 (Dunkeld): Speaker Award.
- Honorary Academic Associate – University of Aberdeen (School of Medicine & Dentistry), Department of Anatomy (since August 2016).
- Reviewer: Journal of Plastic & Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (JPRAS).
Professional Societies
- American Academy / Association of Head & Neck Surgery (AAHNS)
- European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery (EACMFS)
- Hellenic Society of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (HESPRAS)
- Hellenic Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (HAOMS)
Research Interests
- Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) & base-of-tongue tumors
- Head & Neck anatomy and advanced oncologic therapies
- Facial nerve motion & motion analysis (face/hands)
- Surgical education & technical skill assessment
Contact Dr. Koumoullis
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