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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
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon
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:
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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Phone
(09) 925 4063
Healthlink EDI
adamchen
Email
Website
Urgent appointments available
Public Services
ENT - Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) | Auckland | Te Toka Tumai
This service is available at the following locations:
Auckland City Hospital
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Phone
(09) 367 0000
Website
Greenlane Clinical Centre
Website
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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Phone
(09) 892 2901
Email
Website
Southern Cross Gillies Hospital - Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery
This service is available at the following location:
