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5 Best Ent Specialists in Sydney (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A blocked nose that never clears, a child who needs grommets, a hearing test that finally explains the ringing in your ears. The ENT specialists in Sydney below have logged 370 Google reviews between them, with every rating sitting between 4.6 and 5.0, so the real split isn't quality, it's which one actually handles skull-base surgery versus cochlear implants versus a straightforward paediatric case. The top name by review count, Prof Richard Harvey, has 104 behind his 4.7 average.

Short answer: The most-reviewed ENT specialist in Sydney is Prof Richard Harvey (4.7 stars across 104 Google reviews), a Darlinghurst rhinologist known for advanced sinus and skull-base surgery. Dr Julia Crawford holds a perfect 5.0, and Crows Nest ENT and Dr Philip Yeung both sit at 4.9, though on smaller review bases. Most Sydney ENT visits require a GP referral, with Medicare rebating part of the consultation fee.
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How Sydney's Top ENT Specialists Compare

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Prof Richard Harvey 4.7 104 Complex sinus & skull-base surgery View ›
2 Dr Phillip Chang 4.6 96 Cochlear implants & complex ear surgery View ›
3 Crows Nest ENT, Head and Neck Specialist Clinic 4.9 63 Revision & complex nasal surgery View ›
4 Dr Philip Yeung ENT Surgeon 4.9 57 Unhurried consultations, adult & paediatric View ›
5 Dr Julia Crawford (Sydney ENT Clinic) 5.0 50 Paediatric ENT & head & neck cancer surgery View ›
5 Best Ent Specialists in Sydney (2026)

Our five picks, reviewed

Prof Richard Harvey logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Prof Richard Harvey

4.7104 Google reviews

Prof Richard Harvey runs a Darlinghurst rhinology practice focused on advanced endoscopic sinus and tumour surgery, allergy care, rhinoplasty, and nasal reconstruction. He sees patients referred from across Australia, including regional Queensland and interstate, for cases other specialists have described as inoperable or unresolved. The clinic keeps weekday hours through the afternoon and runs an online registration system for new consultations.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe him reading the full GP referral and case history before the first appointment
  • Guided a patient through reassessment of a stage-4 skull-base tumour previously called inoperable, followed by successful surgery
  • Combined immunotherapy and surgery resolved a decades-long loss of smell and chronic sinus disease
  • Follow-up calls after surgery, including checking in on a Sunday evening
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume104 · 97th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: It ranks first on sheer review volume, 104 to date, and the reviews describe some of the more complex rhinology and skull-base cases on this list. If your case is complicated or has stalled elsewhere, this is the depth worth seeking out.

67 Burton St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

Dr Phillip Chang logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Phillip Chang

4.696 Google reviews

Dr Phillip Chang is a Darlinghurst ENT surgeon focused on ear surgery and cochlear implants for both children and adults, including newborns with hearing conditions. He holds appointments at public and private hospitals and runs dedicated paediatric ENT, balance, tinnitus, and cochlear implant clinics. He also uses telehealth to coordinate imaging and audiology with GPs for patients travelling from regional New South Wales.

What people praise

  • Explains cochlear implant options clearly and answers questions patiently
  • Performed bilateral cochlear implants for a child as young as three
  • Personally checks in after surgery, including hospital visits and small touches for young patients
  • Uses telehealth to prepare regional NSW patients before they travel to Sydney
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume96 · 91st
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: With 96 Google reviews it ranks second by volume, and the reviews point to a clear specialty in cochlear implants and complex ear surgery across every age group.

438 Victoria St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

Crows Nest ENT, Head and Neck Specialist Clinic logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Crows Nest ENT, Head and Neck Specialist Clinic

4.963 Google reviews

Crows Nest ENT, Head and Neck Specialist Clinic is a Pacific Highway practice built around Associate Professor Michael Elliott's ear, nose and throat surgery, including revision work on cases that didn't go well elsewhere. Reviewers describe him taking on rare and long-unresolved conditions and coordinating a wider medical team before recommending surgery.

What people praise

  • Took a rare condition seriously after 18 other specialists had offered no answers
  • Arranged a multidisciplinary team review before recommending surgery
  • Handles revision surgery when a first septoplasty elsewhere didn't resolve the problem
  • Reviewers describe a conservative plan tried first, with surgery only recommended once it was clearly needed
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume63 · 84th
Confidenceearly
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The 4.9 rating here is the second-highest on this list, but with 63 reviews it ranks third by volume, an honest reflection of a newer review base rather than weaker care. If a previous procedure elsewhere didn't take, the revision-surgery track record here stands out.

Unit 211/300 Pacific Hwy, Crows Nest NSW 2065

Dr Philip Yeung ENT Surgeon logo
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Philip Yeung ENT Surgeon

4.957 Google reviews

Dr Philip Yeung has practiced as an ENT surgeon since 2005, treating a broad range of adult and paediatric conditions including nasal obstruction, sinus disease, allergic rhinitis, sleep apnoea, and chronic ear issues. He trained at the University of Sydney and completed further ENT training in Singapore, and he consults from Ultimo with satellite locations, operating across a number of private and public hospitals.

What people praise

  • Fits in urgent appointments even during a busy clinic day
  • Takes time to listen rather than rushing patients through
  • Reviewers describe his fees as more affordable than other specialists they'd seen
  • Handles both adult ear issues and paediatric surgery, including adenoid removal and grommets, for children as young as two
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume57 · 78th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.9 rating on 57 reviews puts it fourth by volume, the smallest gap here between rating and rank. Reviewers consistently point to unhurried, clearly explained consultations as the reason they keep coming back.

401/22-36 Mountain St, Ultimo NSW 2007

Dr Julia Crawford (Sydney ENT Clinic) logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Julia Crawford (Sydney ENT Clinic)

5.050 Google reviews

Dr Julia Crawford is a Darlinghurst ENT specialist covering general and paediatric conditions, head and neck cancer surgery, thyroid and salivary gland surgery, and the surgical management of snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea. She's one of a small number of fellowship-trained robotic head and neck surgeons in Australia and also lectures other ENT specialists on robotic surgical technique.

What people praise

  • Performed a minor procedure in-office on the spot, saving a separate surgical booking
  • Explains a diagnosis and every treatment option clearly before recommending surgery
  • Follows up by phone and email for months after paediatric surgery, including grommet and adenoid procedures
  • Explains cost and payment options up front before treatment begins
Reputation scorecardrank in Sydney
Rating5 / 5
Review volume50 · 69th
Confidenceearly
Recency5 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect 5.0 rating, but the smallest review base here at 50, is why it ranks fifth despite the flawless average, an honest early-confidence read rather than a knock on the care. Worth a direct call if head and neck cancer surgery or robotic surgery is what you need.

67 Burton St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of July 2026, not opinion or payment. Rating is each specialist’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many patients have rated them, measured against the others here. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a strong average built on a hundred reviews counts for more than the same average on fifty. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No specialist can pay to change these numbers.

How much does an ENT specialist visit cost in Sydney? (2026)

ENT specialists in Australia typically require a GP referral, and Medicare rebates part of the consultation fee while the practice charges a gap payment on top. The gap varies by specialist and by whether it’s a first consultation or a follow-up, and surgery costs depend on the procedure plus any hospital or anaesthetist fees. None of the five practices above publish a flat consultation price, so confirm the expected gap and any surgical quote directly with the clinic.

Serving all of Sydney

These specialists cover Darlinghurst, Crows Nest, and Ultimo, within easy reach of the CBD, the eastern suburbs, and the lower north shore. Searching for an ENT specialist near me? Prof Richard Harvey also sees patients referred from regional Queensland and interstate, and Dr Phillip Chang runs telehealth consultations for regional NSW before an in-person visit.

What to ask before you book an ENT consultation

  • Do I need a GP referral, and how long is it valid for?
  • What’s the gap fee after the Medicare rebate for a first consultation?
  • If surgery is recommended, what does it cost including hospital and anaesthetist fees?
  • Do you treat both the specific condition and the age group I need, adult or paediatric?
  • How soon can I get an appointment if the issue is urgent?
  • Will you communicate directly with my GP or other specialists involved in my care?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another specialist’s score or position.

How did you choose these ENT specialists?

We started from Sydney ENT specialists with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, and recency. See How we score above.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date of July 2026. We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a referral to see an ENT specialist in Sydney?

Yes, in Australia you typically need a GP referral to see an ENT specialist and to claim the Medicare rebate. Confirm this with your GP before booking.

What’s the difference between an ENT specialist and an audiologist?

An ENT specialist, also called an otolaryngologist, is a surgeon who diagnoses and treats the ear, nose, and throat, including surgical options. An audiologist tests and manages hearing but doesn’t perform surgery.

The bottom line

Prof Richard Harvey is the safe default on sheer review volume and a track record with complex rhinology and skull-base cases. For cochlear implants specifically, Dr Phillip Chang’s dedicated ear-surgery practice is the more targeted call.

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