Dr Michael Taplin You are here:HomeOur ServicesOur specialists Qualifications MBBS (Hons 3, Syd) FRACS Specialty ENT, Head & Neck Areas of Interests Paediatric Otolaryngology otology endoscopic sinus surgery snoring surgery sleep apnoea surgery Address Suite 1, L2 66 Pacific H'way St Leonards NSW 2065 Phone 9436 3593 Fax 9901 4547 Other practice locations Suite 202, 20 Bungan St, Mona Vale Ph 9979 3888 Appointments VMO Mater Hospital, Sydney Childrens Hospital, POW Private, Hunters Hill Private, Sydney Ear, Nose & Throat Day Surgery Bio Dr Michael Taplin is an adult and paediatric ENT surgeon. After obtaining his fellowship to the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) in 2004, Michael undertook training in Toronto, Canada, working at the Toronto General Hospital and the Hospital for Sick Children (Sick Kids) under the guidance of world experts: Drs John Rutka, Jerry Halik and Blake Papsin. He has held the position of Visiting Medical Officer to Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick since 2006. Michael is also a VMO ENT Surgeon at the Mater, Prince of Wales Private Hospital, Hunters Hill Private, Chatswood Private and Pittwater Day Surgery. He is the proud father of three outstanding young girls, who continue to educate him. He is passionate about AFL, cycling, music, cooking and travelling. When not at work, he is likely to be trying to keep up with his wife and children on a ski slope!