Orthopaedic Surgery at Dr Christopher Spelman Rooms, Richmond

About this service

HIP Dr Spelman specialises in the management of hip pathology in all ages. He subspecialty interests hip replacement surgery (including direct anterior approach and robotics), revision hip replacement, and hip resurfacing, with a strong focus on both operative and non-operative treatment pathways. He also specialises in hip preservation techniques including periacetabular osteotomy and femoral osteotomy surgery for young adults. KNEE Dr Spelman manages a wide spectrum of knee conditions, including degenerative, traumatic, and sports-related injuries. He has a specific focus in non-surgical management of both acute and chronic knee disorders where appropriate. Dr Spelmans surgical expertise includes primary, partial, and revision knee replacement, utilising advanced navigated and robotic-assisted techniques, as well as sports knee surgery for meniscal injuries and ACL ruptures. TRAUMA Extensive experience in the surgical management of upper and lower limb trauma for patients of all ages, including fractures, ligament injuries, and tendon injuries, with an emphasis on restoring function and mobility. PAEDIATRIC CARE (Infants, Children, Adolescents) Specialised paediatric orthopaedic care focusing on hip dysplasia and other developmental hip conditions including pelvic osteotomy in infants and children and periacetabular osteotomy and femoral osteotomy for hip dysplasia, Perthes disease, slipped femoral epiphysis (SCFE) and hip impingement. He also treats paediatric knee injuries and limb alignment issues.

How to access this service

• Referral needed from GP or specialist.
• Appointment needed.
• Cost: Fees apply
• Urgent appointments available. Appointments Available P: 03 9426 8388

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