Dr Reid completed his dental degree in 1993 at The University of Adelaide. He then spent 3 years based in Brisbane as a general dentist in The Australian Regular Army. Following this he spent a further 3 years in general dental practice both in Australia and overseas.
He returned to Brisbane to commence his medical degree with a view to training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr Reid completed his medical degree in 2003 and following his intern year in Townsville embarked upon specialist training in various hospitals in South East Queensland. In 2009 Dr Reid received his Fellowship from The Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in the field of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
Dr Reid has been with Brisbane OMS since completing his specialist training. He was a visiting specialist at The Princess Alexandra Hospital from 2010 to 2021. Dr Reid enjoys all aspects of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery ranging from the removal of wisdom teeth and placement of dental implants to facial reconstruction following trauma and corrective jaw surgery. He is a Senior Lecturer with The University of Queensland and is involved with the teaching of medical and dental undergraduate students.