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Dr Adam (Tzu-Yu) Chen

Specialist

Qualifications

MB ChB 2011 Otago; FRACS (Otol) 2022

Profile

Adam Chen is a New Zealand–trained Otolaryngologist, Head and Neck Surgeon with subspecialty expertise in otology, hearing restoration, and cochlear implantation. After graduating from the University of Otago and completing advanced surgical training in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, he was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS).

Adam went on to complete a dedicated fellowship in lateral skull base and cochlear implant surgery in Christchurch, refining his expertise in complex ear disease, hearing preservation, and advanced implant techniques.

He is currently a consultant surgeon across Auckland City, Greenlane, North Shore, Waitākere, and Starship Hospitals, where he manages a wide spectrum of adult and paediatric ear disorders while maintaining a broad general ENT practice, including sinonasal and paediatric conditions.

In addition to his clinical practice, Adam has an ongoing interest in research and teaching, with publications in peer-reviewed journals and active involvement in registrar training and education. His practice is centred on providing patient-focused, evidence-based care and improving outcomes for patients with hearing loss.

Interests

  • Ear surgery
  • Cochlear implants
  • Complex skull base conditions

Subspecialties

  • Lateral skull base and cochlear implant surgery

Title or Designation

ORL Surgeon, ENT Surgeon, Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon, Otolaryngologist

Gender

Male / Tāne

Full NZ Registration Date

11 December 2012

Vocational Scope

Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery

Languages Spoken

English, Mandarin Chinese

Contact Details

Dr Adam (Tzu-Yu) Chen is available at the following services:

Private Services

Adam Chen - Otolaryngologist

This service is available at the following location:

Gillies Hospital Specialist Centre, 160 Gillies Avenue, Epsom, Auckland

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

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Urgent appointments available

Public Services

ENT - Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) | Auckland | Te Toka Tumai

This service is available at the following locations:

Auckland City Hospital

  • Patient enquiries

    (09) 375 4300

  • Known extension/pager

    (09) 307 4949

  • Acute Referrals Service

    (09) 375 7030, Ext: 24048 

  • Emergency Department

    (09) 367 0000, open 24 hours / 7 days

  • Outpatient appointments & surgical booking enquiries

    (09) 638 0400 / scheduling@adhb.govt.nz 

Mental Health Services

  • 24 Hour Crisis Line

    0800 800717

  • GP / External Specialist Help Desk

    (09) 307 2800

Greenlane Clinical Centre

General enquiries 

(09) 367 0000

Extension/pager number known

(09) 307 4949

Patient enquiries

(09) 375 4300

Outpatient appointments and surgical bookings 

(09) 638 0400 / scheduling@adhb.govt.nz 

GP/ External Specialist Help Desk 

(09) 307 2800

Mental Health Services 24 Hour Crisis helpline

0800 800 717

Private Surgical Services

Kākāriki Hospital - ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) Surgery

This service is available at the following location:

Kākāriki Hospital

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Southern Cross Gillies Hospital - Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery

This service is available at the following location:

Southern Cross Gillies Hospital

For consultant contact details see under "Private Services" on the consultant's profile page.