Chaz Luke Stucken, MD
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About
Dr. Chaz Stucken is an associate professor of otolaryngology- head & neck surgery at the University of Michigan. He is dual-fellowship trained in both head & neck cancer surgery as well as facial plastic & reconstructive surgery. Dr. Stucken completed an accelerated 7-year B.A./M.D. at Boston University, earning his M.D. in 2008. He subsequently completed his training in otolaryngology-head & neck surgery at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where he received the Chairman’s Award at the completion of residency. Dr. Stucken then earned sub-specialty fellowship training in head & neck oncologic & microvascular surgery at the University of Michigan and in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Ohio State University. Throughout his training, Dr. Stucken received awards for excellence in research and clinical care. He has published several book chapters and scholarly articles in otolaryngology texts and peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Stucken is involved in humanitarian outreach work and has traveled to Guatemala to perform cleft lip surgery. He is dedicated to serving Spanish-speaking patients in southeast Michigan. He has given numerous presentations at conferences around the country, taught at instructional courses for other surgeons, and has been an invited faculty member to symposium on facial plastic & reconstructive surgery. He is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology- Head & Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. He serves on several national committees including the Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Committee, Microvascular Surgery Committee, and Humanitarian Efforts Committee.
Dr. Stucken is committed to providing the highest level of care to his patients. He is also working to discover medical and surgical breakthroughs by collaborating with other surgeons and researchers throughout the medical center. He works closely with cutaneous oncology surgeons to provide optimal skin cancer treatments and reconstruction. As a member of the Comprehensive Head & Neck Cancer Team, he works closely with medical oncologists and radiation oncologists and enrolls patients in the most advanced clinical trials. Surgically, his subspecialty training gives him the opportunity to provide specialized care for every patient in order to obtain the best possible outcomes.Areas of Practice
Head & Neck Cancer, Microvascular Free Tissue Reconstruction of the Head & Neck, Transoral Robotic Surgery, Skin Cancer, Melanoma, Facial Reconstruction, Facial Nerve Rehabilitation, Minimally Invasive Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, Minimally Invasive Salivary Gland Surgery, Laser Surgery, Nasal Reconstruction
Expertise
- Botox®
- Chemical Peels
- Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
- Face Lift (Rhytidoplasty)
- Facial Implants
- Forehead (Brow) Lift
- Fractionated Laser Resurfacing & Rejuvenation
- Injectable Fillers
- Laser Hair Removal
- Laser Tattoo Removal
- Lip Augmentation
- Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
- Photofacial - Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatment
- Reconstruction after Skin Cancer Surgery
- Treatment of Unwanted Blood Vessels
Locations
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Otolaryngology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 1 Reception A
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5312Get Directions -
Facial Cosmetic Surgery Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
Entrance 1, Level 1
Brighton, MI 48116-9416Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Residency
Fellowships
Board Certifications
Research Overview
Transoral Robotic Surgery for Oropharyngeal Cancer, Optimizing Functional Outcomes After Microvascular Free Tissue Reconstruction, Laser Resurfacing of Skin Cancer Reconstruction
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Patient Ratings
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Patient Comments
May 14, 2026 - "I have witnessed Dr Chaz Stucken being very patient, attentive and professional with me [...]"
April 25, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken is a great listener and a fabulous doctor! You never feel like he is rushing you. He takes time for his patients! He genuinely cares about his patients! Thank you Dr. Stucken for all you did for me!"
April 17, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken took more than enough time to go through my options and was very attentive to my wife's questions. Very easy to talk to."
April 13, 2026 - "Loved Dr Stucken. Genuinely cared about my upcoming surgery and explained the whole process from surgery to recovery and after care."
April 11, 2026 - "Dr Stucken is very thorough and patient when asking questions"
April 4, 2026 - "Highly recommend Dr Chaz Stucken"
March 9, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken was very thorough in reviewing my case. He asked about my condition, my [...] etc. He ordered a referral for me to [...] and also a [...] test. I find him to be a very good practitioner."
March 8, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken has consistently given me information to deal with my cancer treatments. He is always forthright, positive, and empathetic."
December 6, 2025 - "So appreciative of Dr. Stucken and his exceptional care. He took time with me to explain in detail what was going to happen in surgery. He allowed me to ask questions or any concerns I had. I never felt rushed. His gentleness and kindness definitely eased my anxieties! Thank you Dr. Stucken for taking good care of me! [...] Dr. Stucken and [...] were a calming presence."
November 22, 2025 - "Dr. Stucken will be getting recommendations from me. [...] his professionalism shines. He clearly explained best options to me, but respected my decision to choose what felt right for me. This was my first surgery experience and after being under his care, I feel that if I needed surgery again in the future I would not be afraid. His work was so good that I didn't bruise or swell AT ALL [...], and I didn't need any Tylenol quickly a few days post-op. I feel this must have been from extreme care and gentle touch. His work actually will change my life for the best [...]. Having a good experience with this was absolutely a blessing that restored my sense of faith in real medical care [...]. He has great patient care attitude, is attentive and present, answering questions with thoughtfulness and respect. [...] I can't thank you enough! [...]"
