Orthopaedic Surgeon in Moorabbin 

Fellowship-trained orthopaedic care is now more accessible for patients across Melbourne's South East. 

Dr David Sime consults and operates at Holmesglen Private Hospital, 490 South Road, Moorabbin VIC 3189, seeing patients from Bayside, the Sandbelt and surrounding suburbs without the need to travel into the city. His clinical work spans hip and knee surgery, sports injuries and orthopaedic trauma. The hospital is conveniently located off the Nepean Highway with on-site parking available.

If you have been referred to an orthopaedic surgeon and want specialist care closer to home, contact Dr Sime's rooms at Holmesglen Private to book your consultation.

Bringing Specialist Orthopaedic Care to the South East

Patients in Melbourne's south east haven't always had convenient access to international quality, fellowship-trained hip and knee surgery close to home. 

Dr Sime's consulting rooms at Holmesglen Private change that. As an orthopaedic surgeon with specialist training in hip and knee surgery, sports injuries and trauma, he provides the same standard of care at this location as at his inner-city hospitals.

The consultation process is thorough, as Dr Sime takes the time to understand your symptoms, review your imaging and explain what's happening with your joint. From there, treatment options are laid out clearly so you can make an informed decision about what comes next.

Hip and Knee Treatments at Holmesglen Private

The following conditions and procedures are available to patients consulting with Dr Sime in Moorabbin.

Hip Surgery

Surgical management for hip conditions ranging from early-stage structural problems to advanced joint disease. Treatment is matched to your diagnosis, functional goals and what you need to get back to.

Posterior Hip Replacement

A posterior hip replacement preserves anterior soft tissue structures. This is a well-established surgical technique, offering reliable pain relief and a proven long-term outcomes profile.

Total Hip Replacement

The replacement of the entire hip joint with a prosthetic implant is indicated for patients with significant arthritis or joint damage. It is one of the most reliable elective procedures for restoring hip function.

Knee Surgery

Surgical and non-surgical assessment and treatment for knee conditions, including cartilage damage, ligament injuries, arthritis and instability. Recommendations are based on your specific diagnosis and activity goals.

Meniscus Repair

Surgical repair of a torn meniscus using sutures, preserving the cartilage and reducing the risk of early-onset arthritis. Most appropriate for tears with good healing potential in younger or active patients.

Knee Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive keyhole surgery for diagnosing and treating a range of conditions inside the knee, including meniscus tears, cartilage damage and loose bodies. Small incisions and a quicker recovery than open surgery.

Robotic Knee Replacement

Robotic assistance allows greater precision in knee implant positioning, which can improve alignment and long-term joint function. Dr Sime offers both robotic and conventional knee replacement and makes a recommendation based on your anatomy.

ACL Reconstruction

Reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using a tendon graft to restore knee stability. Structured rehabilitation following surgery is tailored to help you return to the activities that matter to you.

Total Knee Replacement

Resurfacing of the knee joint for patients with severe arthritis or significant joint degeneration. A well-researched procedure with strong outcomes data and high rates of patient satisfaction.

Fractures and Trauma

Specialist assessment and management of hip and knee fractures, including complex periarticular injuries. Seeing a specialist early gives you the best chance of regaining good function after a traumatic injury.

Knee Realignment

Osteotomy surgery to correct abnormal knee alignment and redistribute load across the joint. It's a useful option when your symptoms come from malalignment, particularly if you're not yet ready for a joint replacement.

Patellar Dislocation

Management of kneecap instability across the full spectrum, from conservative rehabilitation for first-time events to surgical correction of the anatomical factors driving recurrent dislocation.

PCL Reconstruction

Surgical reconstruction of the posterior cruciate ligament to address instability and restore normal knee mechanics after a significant PCL injury. Recovery is structured around your return-to-activity goals.

A Specialist in Your Corner

Dealing with a joint problem can feel overwhelming, especially when you're in pain and unsure what treatment you need.Seeing a top-rated fellowship-trained specialist means your assessment draws on focused hip and knee sub-specialty experience, not a generalist's overview.

Dr Sime holds a FRACS qualification, membership in the Australian Orthopaedic Association, and active membership in international bodies including ESSKA and ISAKOS. Because he performs a high volume of hip and knee procedures each year, his recommendations are grounded in experience across thousands of cases.

Book a Consultation at Holmesglen Private, Moorabbin

If you've been putting off getting your knee or hip properly examined, now is a good time to change that. If pain is limiting how you move or stopping you from enjoying everyday life, it's worth getting it looked at. The sooner a joint problem is looked at, the more options you usually have.

Contact Dr Sime's rooms to arrange a consultation at Holmesglen Private Hospital in Moorabbin.

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