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Dr Richard Parkinson - ISPINE
Dr Richard Parkinson - ISPINE
Dr Richard Parkinson - ISPINE
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DR RICHARD PARKINSON

(4.9 Score)
ISPINE
St Vincent’s Clinic, 438 Victoria Street, Level 8, Suite 810, Darlinghurst,
Sydney NSW 2010 Directions

Since 1993

Specialty:

✓ Endoscopic Surgery ✓ Peripheral Nerve Disorders ✓ Lumbar Spine ✓ Bulging Disc ✓ Sports Injuries ✓ Corpectomy and Foraminotomy ✓ Laminectomy ✓ Arthroplasty ✓ Laminoplasty ✓ Herniated Discs ✓ Cervical Interbody and Atlanto-Axial Fusion ✓ Spinal Stenosis ✓ Tumours ✓ Instability ✓ Disc Injury

“Dr Richard Parkinson is a fellowship-trained neuro-interventional neurosurgeon and minimally invasive spinal surgeon. He graduated from the University of Adelaide, Australia, in 1993. He has been performing minimally invasive and complex spinal surgery for over 20 years, building his reputation on a conservative surgical approach. He is a member of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, the Australasian Board of Neurosurgery, the Spinal Society of Australasia, the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Northwestern Neurosurgery, and Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center. He is also a member of the North American Spine Society. Dr Richard Parkinson is passionate about the long-term reduction of pain and improved function for patients following surgery. He achieves this by focusing on surgical excellence, advanced technology, and a commitment to the highest standard of after-care rehabilitation. Dr Richard holds U.S. surgical fellowships from the prestigious Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, completed under the internationally recognised neurosurgeons Professor Richard Fessler and Professor Hunt Batjer. Dr Richard is dedicated to training, developing, and embracing new operative technologies.

2025 Update: Dr Richard Parkinson holds membership in the Australian Medical Association and the Endoscopic Spine Society of Australia.”

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License MED0001163177

Contact:

02 8382 6470

Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Dr Raoul Pope - MATER HOSPITAL
Dr Raoul Pope - MATER HOSPITAL
Dr Raoul Pope - MATER HOSPITAL
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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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DR RAOUL POPE

(4.9 Score)
MATER HOSPITAL
Mater Clinic, 25 Rocklands Road, Level 1, Suite 1.14, Wollstonecraft,
Sydney NSW 2065 Directions

Since 1996

Specialty:

✓ Cervical Spine ✓ Thoracic Spine ✓ Complex Instrumented Spine ✓ Minimally Invasive Spinal and Neurosurgery ✓ Lumbar and Cervical Disc Herniations ✓ Hydrocephalus ✓ Peripheral Nerve Surgeries

“Dr Raoul Pope is the head of the neurosurgery department at the Mater Private Hospital. He obtained his education from the University of Otago Medical School in 1996. He completed two years as a general Resident Medical Officer at Christchurch Hospital before undertaking rural emergency and intensive care roles in various NSW-based hospitals to gain comprehensive experience. As a Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon, Dr Raoul is a member of several prestigious organisations, including the Australian Medical Association (AMA), the Spine Society of Australia (SSA), the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia (NSA), the International Society for the Advancement of Spinal Surgery (ISASS), the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), and the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS). He is also an Adjunct Clinical Senior Lecturer at the School of Medicine, Sydney Campus, University of Notre Dame, Australia. He has been thoroughly trained in all aspects of adult cranial and spinal neurosurgery, except cranial cerebrovascular neurosurgery, and is honoured to serve your needs. He has a particular interest in spinal tumours and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He works privately at The Mater Private Hospital in North Sydney, Concord Hospital, and consults at the Sydney Spine Institute in Burwood. He offers Telehealth consultations for patients who cannot attend in person and provides consultations to patients from across New South Wales, Australia, and internationally. Dr. Pope accepts both Workcover and CTP patients, overseas patients, as well as uninsured and privately insured patients.

2025 Update: Dr Raoul Pope completed an International Fellowship in Complex Neurosurgical and Orthopaedic Combined Spine Surgery at the Foothills Hospital, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.”

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Merck, Sharp and Dohme Elective Prize in 1996
Neil Columbus Prize in Cardiology in 1994
License MED0001603897

Price:

Initial Fee $480
Subsequent $260

Contact:

02 8320 7430

Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Dr Mark J. Winder - ST VINCENT'S PRIVATE HOSPITAL
Dr Mark J. Winder - ST VINCENT'S PRIVATE HOSPITAL
Dr Mark J. Winder - ST VINCENT'S PRIVATE HOSPITAL
4+ YEARS IN TBR
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DR MARK J. WINDER

(4.8 Score)
ST VINCENT'S PRIVATE HOSPITAL
Level 13 East Wing Building, 406 Victoria Street, Suite 1302, Darlinghurst,
Sydney NSW 2010 Directions

Since 2001

Specialty:

✓ Brain and Pituitary Tumours ✓ Trigeminal Neuralgia ✓ Chiari Malformations ✓ Spine Surgery ✓ Back Pain / Neck Pain ✓ Spondylolisthesis ✓ Spinal Stenosis ✓ Sciatica and Disc Herniation ✓ Degenerative Disc Disease ✓ Cervical Disc Herniation Ulnar Neuropathy ✓ Carpal Tunnel Syndrome ✓ Common Peroneal Release ✓ Nerve Sheath Tumours

“Dr Mark J. Winder is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and a member of the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia. He completed his medical education at the University of Sydney. Dr Mark completed his neurosurgical training in some of the Pacific’s finest hospitals, concurrently earning a Master of Surgery (Neurosurgery) at the University of Sydney in 2006. He has a particular interest in endoscopic skull base surgery, focusing on tumours, chordomas, and more. Dr Mark also updated his knowledge on endoscopic approaches for managing brain tumours. He is a consultant neurosurgeon and Chairman of Neurosurgery at St Vincent’s Hospital, operating at St Vincent’s Public and Private Hospitals as well as St Luke’s Hospital. Associate Professor Mark J. Winder is the Director of Clinical Training for Neurosurgical Trainees at St Vincent’s Hospital. He is eager to promote international academic relationships through conjoint fellowship programs. To schedule an appointment, please contact the office with a referral.

2025 Update: Dr Mark J. Winder is actively engaged in clinical research, and he is a Conjoint Lecturer at the University of NSW.”

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License MED0001186967

Contact:

02 8382 6724

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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DR RICHARD PARKINSON REVIEWS

Dr Parkinson and his staff have been wonderful. Having injured my back some 4 years ago Dr Parkinson has been so careful in investigating what was really wrong and not rushing into surgery as the first option. After testing all other avenues he booked me in very quickly to perform the operation and was so kind and considerate before and after the operation. The result so far (3 months after major surgery) is going really well and all the tests are very positive. It's wonderful to be out of constant pain and I definitely recommend Dr Parkinson to anyone with back issues - no matter how long they have been going on or what previous advice you might have received. He really does know what he is doing. :)

Dr Richard Parkinson and his office made my entire surgery process so smooth and informative and the results have been amazing. His recommendations were perfect and he came highly referred with his reputation and work speaking for itself. I cant thank him enough for fitting me in and also for their aftercare. Thankyou again, Shannon McDonnell.

Great experience from the first to final consultation. Dr Parkinson was supportive, understanding, and reassuring, and was convicted in his treatment recommendations. This gave me a lot of confidence to move forward with surgery. The team are friendly, helpful, and great to deal with. Most importantly thanks to Dr Parkinson I achieved a great result from the surgery and couldn't have been more pleased with my choices. Many thanks!

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DR RAOUL POPE REVIEWS

I cannot thank DR Pope and his entire team including reception staff for my experience. I went to Dr Pope with no feeling in my feet, pins and needles down both legs and a crushing constant feeling in my back and stomach. I could barely make it through a day the pain was absolutely debilitating. Dr Pope operated on me two weeks ago and am already feeling the benefits was the best most well informed decision I’ve ever made. Dr Pope was extremely caring professional and absolutely amazing and I cannot thank him enough for giving me my life back.

Dr Raoul Pope is an amazing surgeon. After trying several options to alleviate pins and needles and severe pain in my upper back I decided that surgery was the only option to have a good quality of life and ongoing recovery from pain and discomfort. Dr Pope guided me through the process and his team did an amazing job. No more pain and I was able to return to work within 2 weeks post surgery. I cannot thank the team enough for all their support throughout the process.

I highly recommend Dr. Pope. We met for a 30 min consultation and provided great service and care about my needs. He took several pages of notes, considered the situation, did some physical checks, and proceeded explaining in detail my options moving forward. It was incredible the amount of information he absorbed, processed, and taught to me in 30 minutes. Thank you for the great care!

Pre surgery I was taking opioid medication trying unsuccessfully to control my Lower back pain radiating down both legs to my feet. This resulted in me spending 95% of the time in a wheel chair. I visited Dr Pope at his Burwood rooms and with the extreme pain he was very sympathetic to my need to do something to reduce the level of pain and lack of mobility. Dr Pope arranged for surgery at Concord Hospital. Following open Laminectomy surgery on L4-5 & L5-S1 none of the pre surgery pain was there and within 24hrs of surgery I was walking again slowly at first with only surgical site pain and 48 hrs was on my way home. Being two weeks post surgery now, and still none of the pre surgery pain can be felt. I am getting stronger every day and walking is getting better. Thanks to Dr Pope I can start to lead a more active life not being held back by pain. With the outcome I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Pope. - S.

DR MARK J. WINDER REVIEWS

I was referred to Dr Winder for a pinched nerve and needed surgery to remove bone in my neck. The whole process was quick and easy and I felt so well cared for by the admin team, to the nursing staff to the amazing Dr Winder himself. I was nervous because it was spinal surgery but they ensured I was comfortable the whole time. I have a pretty minimal scar and the surgery was successful. Dr Winder has a lovely bedside manner and was just so easy to talk to. I can’t fault my experience. Highly recommend Dr Winder because he’s so thorough and highly skilled at what he does. I’m so very grateful.

Dr Winder operated to decompress my spine where bone spurs were pressing on the nerves causing intense sciatica pain in my legs. The operation was a complete success and I am recovering well after 8 weeks. The whole process was very smooth and efficient and Dr Winder was particularly informative at every stage with a very approachable manner. Likewise his office and practice nurse were both friendly and helpful both before and after my surgery.

Dr Winder saved my life from severe pain and the inability to walk. I had spinal surgery done in April this year and my life has changed incredibly even though I am still recovering.He is a very kind and caring doctor. I am forever grateful for his help. I highly recommend him.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DR RICHARD PARKINSON Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Business Hours: 8
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Review Analysis: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Reviews Study: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DR RAOUL POPE Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Current Evaluation: 9
Location Proximity: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
License: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Specialisation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DR MARK J. WINDER Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Business Hours: 8
Current Evaluation: 9
Experience: 9
Review Analysis: 9
Reviews Accuracy: 9
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Study: 10