Thomas Schlieve

Dr. Thomas Schlieve is a Clinical Professor and board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in head and neck oncologic surgery, with advanced training in treating oral cancers, jaw tumors, and osteonecrosis. His clinical practice emphasizes complex surgical interventions for maxillofacial pathologies and he actively participates in clinical trials and continuing education programs for physicians.

Education:
- B.S. in Biology, University of Wisconsin
- D.D.S., Marquette University School of Dentistry
- M.D., LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
- Residency: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at University of Illinois at Chicago
- Fellowship: Oral/Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery at University of Tennessee Medical Center

Research Interests:
Dr. Schlieve’s work focuses on translational research linking clinical practice and scientific inquiry. Key areas include:
- Mechanisms of osteonecrosis and its medical/surgical management
- Molecular pathways in oral squamous cell carcinoma progression
- Advancements in imaging and surgical techniques for head/neck tumors
- Evaluation of PRF/PRP therapies in maxillofacial reconstruction

Publications: His 15+ years of scholarly output spans surgical outcomes analysis, diagnostic innovations, and surgical education. Recent trends emphasize AI applications in diagnosis, MRONJ pathophysiology, and optimizing surgical planning with 3D technologies.

Awards:
- Fellow, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS)
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Recognized for contributions to oral cancer awareness initiatives

Teaching & Leadership:
- Leads residency training in complex oncologic surgery
- Develops curricula for surgical residents and practicing clinicians
- Active in interdisciplinary tumor board discussions
- Spearheads institutional protocols for surgical infection management

Labs/Teams: Engaged in multidisciplinary teams addressing head/neck oncology, including collaboration with radiation oncology and medical oncology departments.