Dr Adam (Tzu-Yu) Chen

MB ChB 2011 Otago; FRACS (Otol) 2022

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.

• Ear surgery
• Cochlear implants
• Complex skull base conditions

• Lateral skull base and cochlear implant surgery

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

Male / Tāne

11 December 2012

Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery

English, Mandarin Chinese