Orthopaedic Surgeon in Sorrento

Dr David Sime is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon offering specialist hip, knee, and trauma care to Sorrento patients. He consults and operates at Beleura Hospital in Mornington, around 25 minutes from Sorrento, providing local access to sub-specialist orthopaedic expertise without the drive into Melbourne.

If your GP has recommended you see an orthopaedic specialist, Dr Sime's rooms can help you arrange a consultation.

Orthopaedic Treatments Available Near Sorrento

Sorrento patients can access the following orthopaedic treatments through Dr Sime at Beleura Hospital in Mornington. Your consultation will cover your assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.

Hip Surgery

Dr Sime treats a range of hip conditions, from early-stage osteoarthritis to complex joint degeneration. Treatment options include hip surgery, non-surgical management, arthroscopy, and conventional or robotic-assisted hip replacement.

Posterior Hip Replacement

Posterior hip replacement is Dr Sime's preferred approach for total hip replacement. The posterior method accesses the joint from behind, preserving key muscles and offering strong, long-term implant stability and durability with the lowest rate of complications.

Total Hip Replacement

Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces the damaged hip joint with prosthetic components. Dr Sime performs over 100 hip replacements each year using both conventional and robotic-assisted techniques.

Knee Surgery

Dr Sime provides knee surgery treatment for a wide range of knee conditions, including ligament tears, cartilage injuries, arthritis, and complex sports injuries requiring reconstruction or replacement.

Meniscus Repairs

Meniscal tears are among the most common knee injuries. Dr Sime uses arthroscopic techniques to perform a meniscus repair, or meniscus surgery to trim the damaged meniscus while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible.

Knee Arthroscopy

Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to diagnose and treat conditions inside the knee joint, including cartilage damage, loose bodies, meniscus tears and inflamed tissue.

Robotic Knee Replacement

Dr Sime uses robotic-assisted technology to achieve greater precision in robotic knee replacement and knee implant positioning, resulting in improved alignment, better function, and potentially longer implant life.

ACL Reconstruction

Dr Sime performs hundreds of ACL reconstructions per year. The torn ligament is replaced with a tendon graft using arthroscopic surgery, restoring stability for return to sport.

Total Knee Replacement

For patients with severe knee arthritis where conservative treatment has failed, total knee replacement removes damaged joint surfaces and replaces them with personalised alignment and precision-engineered prosthetic components.

Fractures and Trauma

Dr Sime has extensive experience treating fractures and traumatic injuries in both adults and children, including complex breaks requiring internal fixation, external fixation, or joint reconstruction.

Knee Realignment

Also known as osteotomy, knee realignment surgery corrects the angle of the leg to shift weight away from the damaged part of the knee, delaying or preventing the need for replacement.

Patella Dislocation

When the kneecap slips out of its normal position, it can cause significant pain and instability. Dr Sime offers both non-surgical and surgical treatment for patellar dislocation, depending on the severity and recurrence.

PCL Reconstruction

The posterior cruciate ligament is the strongest ligament in the knee. When it tears, PCL reconstruction may be required to restore stability, particularly for patients returning to high-demand activities.

Why Choose Dr Sime as Your Orthopaedic Surgeon in Sorrento?

• Specialist-Only Practice: Dr Sime's practice is dedicated to hip, knee, and trauma surgery. He does not treat shoulders, spines, hands, or feet.

• Proven Surgical Volume: Dr Sime performs over 100 hip replacements and many hundreds of knee procedures each year, reflecting the surgical throughput consistently associated with strong outcomes.

• Global Training: Dr Sime completed his fellowship training in Edinburgh and London, with honors degree postgraduate qualifications from the University of Edinburgh.

• Patient-Centred Approach: Dr Sime develops treatment plans collaboratively with each patient, taking into account their condition, goals, and what matters most to them.

Book a Consultation

Looking for specialist orthopaedic care close to Sorrento? Dr Sime sees patients at Beleura Hospital in Mornington. Bring a GP referral and any imaging you already have, and his team will take it from there.

Secure your appointment today with an orthopaedic surgeon in Sorrento who has your best interests at heart.

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