Dr Michael Kernohan

Dr Michael Kernohan is a highly skilled Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgeon who offers a diverse range of services. With extensive surgical training that includes fellowships in both medicine and dental surgery, he has directed his career towards cancer, trauma, and cosmetic surgery. His initial undergraduate and specialty training was accomplished in renowned UK hospitals before undertaking further sub-specialty training in Sydney.

Dr Kernohan has an unparalleled depth and breadth of expertise and is skilled in providing a broad range of services, from the treatment of skin cancer to complex reconstructions following trauma and cancer. He offers the most innovative and up-to-date treatment options, ensuring that each patient receives individualised care that meets their unique needs and expectations.

Dr Kernohan is renowned for his experience and expertise in complex skin cancer and melanoma surgery, head and neck surgery, including salivary glands, and face, nose, and eyelid surgery. He is also accomplished in cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery, breast augmentation and reduction, and body contouring surgery - abdomen, arms, and thighs.

Along with a keen interest in teaching, Dr Kernohan has presented extensively at the departmental, regional, national, and international levels. He is an active member of the Head & Neck Surgery multidisciplinary teams at St Vincent’s and the Southwest and has ongoing Undergraduate training with Western Sydney University and the University of New South Wales.

Dr Kernohan's philosophy of care is based on providing individualised care that meets the needs and expectations of each patient. He applies the highest standards of ethics by offering choice, experience, and compassion, resulting in optimal outcomes using the safest and most up-to-date techniques available. He provides care to both public and private patients and currently has appointments at St Vincent’s and Liverpool hospitals, in addition to his role as Director of Surgical Specialities in the South Western area.