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W. Katherine Kao, MD

W. Katherine Kao, MD

4.7/5
4.7/5
(125 Ratings, 44 Comments)
W. Katherine Kao Doctor in Houston, Texas
4.7/5
4.7/5
(125 Ratings, 44 Comments)
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CLINICAL INTERESTS

Facial rejuvenation
Facial Trauma
Hair restoration and transplant
Reconstructive surgery of skin cancer defects
Rhinoplasty
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Overview

About

Dr. Kao is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). She received her medical degree from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, New York and completed her residency training at Washington University in St. Louis. Following residency, Dr. Kao completed subspecialty training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Miami. Subsequently, she joined the Department of Otorhinolaryngology as an assistant professor.

Dr. Kao is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Her clinical interests include hair restoration and transplant, facial trauma, facial rejuvenation (including Botox®, injectable fillers, brow lift, facelift, neck lift, blepharoplasty), rhinoplasty, and reconstructive surgery of skin cancer defects.

Education
2011 Medical School Stony Brook University
2018 Residency Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
2019 Fellowship University of Miami
Board Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Languages Spoken
English

Patient Experience Ratings and Comments

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4.7/5
4.7/5
(125 Ratings, 44 Comments)
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4.7out of 5(125 Ratings, 44 Comments)
Apr 18, 2025

Thank you.


Apr 15, 2025

Very professional


Apr 8, 2025

Excellent Doctor


Apr 2, 2025

The receptionists were friendly and so was the Dr.


Mar 21, 2025

I always have a very pleasant experience at this office. I never have to wait long. They are always kind and courteous. The doctor knows my history and very accurate with what she does. And I love that they are a teaching facility, the interns are always eager to learn and I don't mind giving them some experience.


Mar 18, 2025

Dr Kao is really nice and knowledgeable. Thank you!


Mar 11, 2025

I am extremely frustrated and disappointed with this medical care. I was required to see this surgical practice for a Workers' Compensation incident. I felt that I had been stripped of all bodily autonomy because I was not aware of all of the procedures that were being performed. I had only verbally agreed to fixing a nasal deformity due to a bone protruding from my accident. I was only made aware the morning of surgery. I did not feel as though Dr. Ho/resident doctors attended to my needs or talk me through all recovery steps. I have Crohn's disease and was only prescribed an ibuprofen, which caused GI complications after surgery. The office did not respond to my pharmacist's calls. In addition, I am not happy with the surgical results. I did not feel like I was treated as a person with feelings and autonomy to understand what was going to happen to her body


Feb 25, 2025

Dr. Kao is very professional and personable. She has great bedside manners and is very thorough with her medical advice. 10/10 recommend her!


Nov 22, 2024

Dr. Kao is amazing! She and the entire staff are very professional and have amazing bedside manners!


Nov 6, 2024

The office referred me to a doctor that could perform a procedure on me. The doctor had a 2 month waiting list but they called his office and got me in to see him two hours later. Very helpful and attentive to my needs.


Nov 1, 2024

Everyone was very nice! The Doctor was great!


Nov 1, 2024

It was great and I felt valued!


Oct 30, 2024

Tremendous group. Special attention since I arrived and the doctor is super professional and attentive!


Oct 22, 2024

Good experience all questions answered


Oct 15, 2024

She was very professional and listened and answered all our questions.


Oct 8, 2024

Extremely satisfied with everyone nit only with the doctor who us amazing as well !!


Oct 2, 2024

A person who works in what he likes to do does it with love


Sep 20, 2024

I guess that I was at the wrong doctor and there wasn't anything for her to do.


Sep 20, 2024

I hope my next visit is better


Sep 17, 2024

Thank You to this provider and staff !!!


Sep 17, 2024

Enjoyed my visit with Dr. Wee Kao. Very helpful & gave me all the time I needed. Never felt rushed which is very important to me on my Dr visits.


Sep 10, 2024

Excellent And professional and very outgoing and valued as a patient


Sep 4, 2024

Very nice dr and staff


Aug 16, 2024

Everyone's so nice n they are at point to answer all your questions making sure you understand before leaving, very please and Dr. Kao is so nice n very knowledgeable n answers all your questions


Aug 13, 2024

I had the most pleasant experience with the doctor and the nursing staff. This is one of the best ran medical offices you could be seen in. The receptionist is kind and knowledgeable. The nurses are sweet and courteous, always lending an ear to listen. I love Dr. Kao, her knowledge in her field is commendable. She made me feel very confident and let me know what to look out for and how to safeguard myself after the procedure. I appreciate the work she has done for me.


Aug 6, 2024

Very professional and knowledgeable Clean and safe environment.


Jul 31, 2024

Excellent in every way.


Jul 31, 2024

Good job.


Jul 23, 2024

Great experience for my first time at the office.


Jul 19, 2024

Everything was very good. Thank you.


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