Emily Zambricki Stucken, MD
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Dr. Emily Stucken is an associate professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Michigan. She specializes in diseases of the ear and skull base. Dr. Stucken completed a residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital, the University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell. During this time, she also performed skull base operations at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and trained in pediatric otolaryngology at the Children’s Hospital of New York. Dr. Stucken completed advanced fellowship training in otology and neurotology at the Michigan Ear Institute. Dr. Stucken has received awards for excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research. She has published numerous scholarly articles and book chapters in peer-reviewed journals and otolaryngology texts. She is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and the American Neurotology Society and serves on national committees for these organizations. Dr. Stucken is also involved in humanitarian outreach work and has traveled to Cambodia to perform ear surgery on underserved patients. She is proficient in Spanish and French.
Dr. Stucken is the director of the Cochlear Implant Center at the University of Michigan. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Stucken is invested in the advancement of knowledge and is an NIH-funded researcher in hearing sciences. She is a clinical faculty member at the Kresge Hearing Research Institute and has led international research collaboration. Dr. Stucken also runs the Temporal Bone Dissection Lab at the University of Michigan and directs the Temporal Bone Dissection Course.
Dr. Stucken’s approach to otolaryngology and otology-neurotology combines a strong background of clinical and academic expertise with a dedicated personal approach to patient care. Through this personal approach, she works to help patients understand their disease process and treatment options. The ear represents one of the most complex and intricate organs in the human body; just as diseases of the ear and skull base can be debilitating to a person’s interactions with the everyday world, the treatment for these diseases can restore a patient’s quality of life. Dr. Stucken works diligently toward providing specialized care to every patient on an individual basis to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Areas of Practice
Cochlear implants, chronic otitis media and cholesteatoma, otosclerosis and stapedectomy, skull base surgery, acoustic neuromas, facial nerve disorders, encephaloceles, petrous apex lesions, temporal bone malignancies, pediatric and adult hearing loss, implantable hearing devices, humanitarian outreach
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Otolaryngology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 1 Reception A
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5312Get Directions -
Otolaryngology Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210
Floor 2
Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
Cochlear implants, encephaloceles, hearing technology, stapedectomy surgery
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June 27, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken is a rockstar! [...] Dr. Stucken listened to me and my family, thoroughly explaining all options/risks. I now have a plan with my diagnosis. U of M is lucky to have her!"
June 15, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken is very nice."
May 17, 2026 - "Dr Stucken is a smart doctor who sees the larger picture, makes logical connections, listens and is open for discussion, and explains things well. She also communicates in a way that feels authentic with a genuine and respectful interest in the problem and patient. Although her area of expertise won't help with my issues, she is someone that I would want to continue with as a doctor if that wasn't the case. [...]"
May 8, 2026 - "Appreciate Dr. Stucken. Very attentive, always prepared, and no matter what I feel better after seeing her knowing my care is in the best hands."
May 1, 2026 - "Dr. Emily Stucken is a very caring doctor. She listens to you then explains everything to you"
April 10, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken was extremely pleasant, reassuring, encouraged & clarified any questions/ comments I had. Dr.Stucken also welcomed / listened to my husband's concerns"
February 14, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken is great. She has a friendly demeanor, easy to talk to, explains things clearly...."
February 14, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken is a U of M treasure. The care and guidance from her is direct and well explained. My wife also attended this visit and was very happy with the information and the time spent by Dr Stucken on my [...] issue. Excellent individual and I will maintain my relationship with her at U of M."
February 14, 2026 - "Dr. Stucken is great. Answers all questions and show interest in my concerns. I would highly recommend her."
February 13, 2026 - "I had a wonderful visit with Dr. Stucken. It was SO good to see her again. She is just as humorous, lively, and friendly as ever. Both my husband and I enjoyed our appointment. If my visit was NOT positive, I have no doubt that Dr. Stucken would have options on further care."
