About
Dr Michael Wynn-Williams
MBChB (Otago), FRANZCOG
Gynaecologist, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Specialist
Dr. Michael Wynn-Williams is a highly respected Gynaecologist and renowned endometriosis specialist (AGES/RANZCOG Level 6). After an extensive career working as a Gynaecologist overseas, he has returned to his roots in New Zealand, establishing himself in Auckland.
For local patients in Auckland, Michael consults in his rooms at Advanced Gynaecology Auckland (AGA) at Ascot Central. Michael also provides consultations to private patients across New Zealand through telehealth video conferencing. Private surgical services are provided by Michael at Ascot Private Hospital in Remuera.
Michael holds a significant public role as the Lead of Minimal Access Gynaecology Service (MIGS) at Auckland Hospital. Michael is the Training Director of the Australasian Gynaecological Endoscopy & Surgery (AGES) Advanced Training Program (AATP). The Auckland AATP program is widely considered the top training position in New Zealand. Michael is also an active Auckland Hospital Women's Health Pain Service member.
Michael teaching pelvic anatomy at the AGES Laparoscopic Anatomy, Pelvic Dissection (LapD) Workshop 2019
A wealth of experience marks Michael's career. He spent over 14 years providing private surgical services at Mater Private and the Wesley Private Hospitals in Brisbane. As the lead advanced laparoscopic gynaecologist at Mater Mothers' Hospital, he specialised in complex endometriosis cases, attracting patients from Queensland, Northern NSW, and the Northern Territory. Additionally, Michael served as a Senior Lecturer with the University of Queensland and played a pivotal role in fertility treatments through Queensland Fertility Group. He contributed significantly by establishing a Fellowship program in collaboration with Eve Health and Mater Health, which aimed to train aspiring gynaecologists in advanced laparoscopic surgery under the AGES AATP program.
Michael embarked on his journey in obstetrics and gynaecology in Christchurch, New Zealand, where the late Dr John Doig first ignited his passion for endometriosis management. Subsequently, he pursued advanced training worldwide, including a two-year Fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery with A/Prof Alan Lam in Sydney. He further honed his skills during a post-fellowship year in Glasgow and a consultant post at Cambridge University NHS Trust, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK.
Michael is a dedicated educator, sharing his advanced laparoscopic gynaecology surgery expertise with fellow doctors in Australia, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Mongolia. He remains committed to mentoring and educating gynaecologists across Australia and New Zealand. Since 2015, Michael has been the Director of AGES Laparoscopic Anatomy Pelvic Dissection (LapD) Workshops held four times a year at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT).
In addition to his clinical practice, Michael holds local and international leadership roles in several organisations. He is the Australasian Gynaecological Endoscopy & Surgery (AGES) Vice President. He is an Associate Editor of the American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopy (AAGL) medical journal, Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynaecology (JMIG). Michael also sits on the Clinical Advisory Committee of Endometriosis Australia. In New Zealand, Michael is an Endometriosis New Zealand board member and chairs the clinical advisory committee.
Michael is a keen road cyclist and mountain biker in his free time. He enjoys completing multi-day adventures, such as cycling over the French Alps from Geneva to Nice and competing in the arduous seven-day BC Bikes Race in Vancouver, Canada. He also enjoys participating in multi-day charity bike rides.
Prof Nicolas Bourdel (France) and Dr Michael Wynn-WIlliams, demonstrating Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy at 2019 MAMA Conference, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Dr Michael Wynn-Williams is a proud member of the following professional bodies
