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Mr Michael Kuo

MBChB, PhD, FRCS(Eng), FRCS(ORL-HNS), DCH

ENT Surgeon

36 years of experience

Edgbaston, B5 7UG

(+1 more)

4.98

/5

(14 reviews)

36 years of experience

Edgbaston, B5 7UG

(+1 more)

Areas of expertise

Adenoidectomy
6
Ear Wax Removal
5
Tonsillectomy
5

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About Mr Michael Kuo

Mr Michael Kuo is a consultant ear, nose and throat surgeon with sub specialist expertise in the management of ENT conditions. He graduated from the University of Birmingham and trained in the West Midlands and in Hong Kong.

During his training, he spent three years pursuing molecular biology research as a Medical Research Council and Royal College of Surgeons fellow leading to a PhD. His extensive involvement in education includes convening the Intercollegiate Examination Course, being on the foundation faculty of the British Paediatric Otolaryngology Course and the Paediatric Emergency Skills Course for Consultants. Mr Kuo chaired the education committee of the European Society for Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology. He was the President of the British Association for Paediatric Otolaryngology 2018-2020. He has published numerous original research papers, review articles and book chapters. He sits on the international editorial board of The Laryngoscope. Mr Kuo is the President elect designate of the Section of Laryngology and Rhinology of the Royal Society of Medicine.

At Birmingham Children's Hospital, Mr Kuo has a comprehensive paediatric otolaryngological practice with a particular interest in paediatric head and neck diseases, thyroid swellings, abnormalities of voice, airway problems, sleep disordered breathing and hearing disorders. He also contributes to the multidisciplinary paediatric cleft lip and palate programme. From 2000-2010, Mr Kuo was also a consultant at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, running the professional voice clinic as well as having a comprehensive general adult otolaryngology practice. Mr Kuo is one of the first surgeons in the UK to adopt an endoscopic approach to ear surgery wherever this is suitable in children.


Subspecialties

  • Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Areas of expertise

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Adenoidectomy
6
Ear Wax Removal
5
Tonsillectomy
5
Hearing Loss
3
Sore Throat
1
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
1
Tinnitus
1
Grommet Insertion
1
Otitis Externa
1
Deviated Septum
1
Neck Lumps
1
Stridor
Laryngomalacia
Breathing Disorders
Dizziness
Paediatric Tinnitus
Earache (Ear Pain)
Sinusitis
Thyroid Problems
Tonsil and Adenoid Infections
Complex Congenital Disorders
Facial Palsy
Ear Wax
Ear Infections
Labyrinthitis
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Surgery
Vertigo
Excision of Sebaceous Cysts
Broken Nose
Tongue Tie Excision
Ear Microsuction
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
Septoplasty
Snoring Problems
Tongue Tie
Laryngitis
Thyroglossal Duct Surgery
GORD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
Head and Neck Surgery
Branchial Cleft Cyst Surgery
Hoarseness and Other Voice Disorders
Bronchoscopy
Vocal Cord Disorders
Eardrum Perforations
Vocal Fold/Laryngoscopy
Voice Problems
Epistaxis (Nose Bleeding)
Tympanoplasty
Thyroidectomy
Tonsillitis
Noisy Breathing
Stopping Nose Bleeds (Nasal Cautery)
Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
Sinus Surgery
Functional Nasal Surgery
Nasal Blockage
Laryngoscopy
Rhinitis
Deafness
Mastoidectomy
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Microscopic Laryngeal Surgery
Nasal Polyps
Otitis Media (Glue Ear)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3318265


Education

University of Birmingham

Medicine

Graduated 1989


Qualifications

Primary Medical Qualification

MB ChB 1989 University of Birmingham

Specialist Register entry date

Otolaryngology From 14 May 2002

Further Qualifications

FRCS(Eng) Royal College of Surgeons of England 1992

FRCS(ORL-HNS) Royal College of Surgeons of England 1999

PhD University of Birmingham 2000

DCH Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health 2001

Professional bodies

Former Board Member European Examination Board in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Deputy Chairman - Scientific Committee European Society for Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology

President - British Association for Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology 2018-2020

Chairman Elect - Scientific Committe of the Confederation of European ORL

Professional memberships

Royal Society of Medicine

ENTUK

Otolaryngological Research Society

British Association of Paediatric Otorhinolaryngologists

European Society for Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology

British Medical Association

Royal College of Surgeons England


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Cantonese
  • Mandarin

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £300
  • Follow-up appointment: £170

Insurers

  • Cigna
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • AXA Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Vitality
  • Healix Health Services
  • General and Medical
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • The Exeter
  • Aviva Health
  • Benenden Health
  • Self-pay only

Location

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The Priory Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

4.88

(760)

Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG

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Steelhouse Ln, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B4 6NH

Reviews

5.0
verified patient
05 Feb 2026

I had a consultation with Mr Kuo recently, which was a delightful experience. Mr Kuo was knowledgeable and had extensive experience. He patiently examined my throat with explanations of each step and responses to my concerns. To ascertain the cause, he also discussed with me some of my eating and drinking habits that could contribute to the symptoms. I left the consultation with a eased mood and confidence in elimininating the symptoms with his diagnosis and prescription.

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4.7
verified patient
23 Dec 2025

Relaxed, informative and reassuring

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5.0
verified patient
28 Nov 2025

Mr Kuo was helpful and informative from the start, he put me at ease straight away and I felt nothing was to much trouble for him. I would have no issues recommending him to anyone.

5.0
verified patient
28 Nov 2025

Mr Kuo was thorough in his examination and explanations of both the diagnosis and the options available to me as well as taking time to answer all of my questions.

5.0
verified patient
06 Nov 2025

My 2-year-old son recently had his tonsils and adenoids removed by Mr. Kuo, and I couldn’t recommend him more highly. From start to finish, I felt my son was in the safest of hands. Mr. Kuo’s guidance was thorough, and he took the time to keep us fully informed throughout the entire process. He was always responsive to our questions and concerns, which provided great reassurance during what could have been a stressful time. Thank you, Mr. Kuo, for your professionalism, exceptional bedside manner, and genuine care and support. We are deeply grateful for the excellent care our son received.

5.0
verified patient
05 Nov 2025

After months of discomfort and throbbing in my ears Mr. Kuo has managed to alleviate the symptoms. I can watch the TV now (without sub-titles) and the continual throbbing has gone. My daughter insisted that I see Mr Kuo as he previously operated on my Granddaughter, and she highly recommended him.

5.0
verified patient
28 Oct 2025

We brought our son in to be assessed by Mr Kuo earlier in the summer- from the moment we walked in to the room his focus was on our son and making sure he felt comfortable and at ease with what could have been quite a scary experience for a 3 year old. We knew from that moment that we had chosen the right person for the job. On the day of our son's adenotonsilectomy Mr Kuo paid all the children a visit to go through the procedure with us all, answer any questions we had and to see how all the children were doing. Following the operation he came back to see us to explain how it went and ensure us that our son was doing well which we really appreciated. Overall we received outstanding and very personable treatment from Mr Kuo and couldn't recommend him more, especially to those who have children!

5.0
verified patient
20 Oct 2025

Dr. Kuo is simply the most knowledgeable and skilled ENT in Birmingham, so he was our first choice for my child. As it turns out, he also is very kind and prompt in communicating with patients. Would highly recommend!

5.0
verified patient
14 Oct 2025

Mr Kuo was able to get my son in for surgery within just a few days. He provided excellent explanation of the procedure and he was so kind and reassuring to my son. His recovery has been excellent so far and I’m very relieved that he has been able to get the surgery he needed and we can get back to normality, hopefully free from recurrent infections.

5.0
verified patient
09 Oct 2025

Very professional and supportive service. Great experience all round from start to finish. Appointments were on schedule with minimum waiting time.

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Intracapsular Adenotonsillectomy - The Journal of Laryngology & Otology

Intracapsular Adenotonsillectomy - The Journal of Laryngology & Otology

This video shows Mr Michael Kuo from Birmingham Children’s Hospital performing an intracapsular adenotonsillectomy.

05 November 2025

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Mr Michael Kuo's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 14 reviews.

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Mr Michael Kuo speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin

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Mr Michael Kuo primarily practices at The Priory Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG
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