Dr Kai Brown
BSc(Med)Hons MBBS PhD FRACS
General Surgeon
17 years of experience
St Leonards, 2064
1 connection in healthcare
17 years of experience
St Leonards, 2064
1 connection in healthcare
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About Dr Kai Brown
Dr. Kai Brown is a hepatobiliary, pancreatic, and general surgeon based at Royal North Shore Hospital and North Shore Private Hospital in Sydney. He holds a tenured academic appointment as a Senior Lecturer in Surgery at the University of Sydney and maintains a strong commitment to clinical practice, surgical education, and research.
Dr. Brown completed his medical degree at the University of New South Wales, graduating with first-class honours in Medical Science. He underwent specialist general surgery training and was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2019. He also completed a PhD at the University of Sydney, focusing on colorectal liver metastases, with outcomes that include multiple academic awards, publications, and presentations.
He pursued three years of advanced fellowship training in hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) and liver transplant surgery at leading Australian centres, including Westmead Hospital, The Austin Hospital, and Princess Alexandra Hospital. Dr. Brown’s expertise includes the surgical management of liver, pancreas, and gallbladder conditions, as well as abdominal and groin hernias. He is also an accredited robotic surgeon using the Da Vinci Xi system and has extensive experience in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. He is the academic lead for Robotic Surgery at Royal North Shore Hospital.
Dr. Brown remains actively involved in teaching and clinical research, with a focus on improving outcomes in HPB surgery. He is the Surgical Champion for the National Surgical Quality Improvment Program at Royal North Shore Hospital.
Dr Brown consults at: The Tom Reeve Academic Surgical Clinic, Ground Floor/North Kolling Building, Royal North Shore Hospital, 10 Westbourne Street, St Leonards NSW 2065
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Registered with
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
No. 183222
Education
University of New South Wales
Medicine
Graduated 2009
Qualifications
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery, University of New South Wales, 2009
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, 2019
PhD in Surgical Oncology, University of Sydney, 2021
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: $250
- Follow-up appointment: $100
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Dr Kai Brown is professional, caring, and informative in patient interactions, listening intently to concerns. He provides clear explanations of procedures, ensuring patients feel safe and well-informed. Dr Kai Brown's exceptional surgical skills lead to optimal recovery and excellent outcomes, with minimal post-operative discomfort. His expertise is particularly noted in complex procedures, including gallbladder removal, hernia repair, and various liver surgeries.
Dr Brown was helpful and clear, warm and approachable in his manner.
Wonderful support and service from Dr Brown’s team. I felt cared for and informed. Thank you!
My final visit with Dr Kai was excellent and very positive
Kai Brown actually listened to me… he did not have a prepared script.
My experience with Kai was nothing but the best level professionalism you could get, there was a few complications with the operation he was able to keep me alive and the care I received from everyone involved was exceptional, Dr Kai kept my family informed at all times, I visit him every 6 months for a check up, Royal North Shore are lucky to have him as a doctor 👌👍
Dr Brown is meticulous & thorough in his diagnoses. He listens intently. Allows you to express your concerns, is never dismissive of your questions & his explanations are clear & logical. He is highly forensic in resolving complex medical issues & this engenders patient confidence. Dr Brown’s surgical skills are exceptional resulting in minimal post-op discomfort & optimal recovery & excellent outcomes. An outstanding professional in every aspect of the care he delivers.
Excellent communication as to what was to happen in the theatre and operation. As I had a local anesthesia I was impressed with Kai’s explanation of the operation to his assistant.
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Dr Kai Brown's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 40 reviews.
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Dr Kai Brown speaks English
Where is Dr Kai Brown located?
Dr Kai Brown primarily practices at The Tom Reeve Academic Surgical Clinic, located at 10 Westbourne St, St Leonards, Australia, 2064
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