3 Best Orthopedics in Sunshine Coast

Here’s The Deal:
A/Prof Daevyd Rodda, a globally recognised and highly experienced orthopedic surgeon in the Sunshine Coast region, is a graduate of Monash University. A/Prof Daevyd obtained Fellowships from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the Australian Orthopaedic Association in 2015. He pursued further post-fellowship training in various centres of excellence across Europe and North America, focusing on joint replacement surgery of the lower limb and sports knee injuries. He maintains an active interest in orthopedic trauma and is renowned for achieving excellent outcomes even in complex cases. Together with his team, A/Prof Daevyd emphasises delivering the highest quality surgical results with a compassionate and caring approach. In 2023, surgeons from various Australian states visited A/Prof Daevyd to learn and enhance their surgical skills. Surgeons he trained have chosen to stay on the Sunshine Coast, implementing many techniques they learned. Over 20 joint replacement hospitals throughout Australia have adopted his innovative protocol, and numerous scientific publications support it. A/Prof Daevyd initiated the no-gap program at Buderim Hospital and actively collaborated with other entities to develop similar programs.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Radio Frequency Ablation
• Robotic, Kinematic Aligned Knee Replacement.

Here’s The Deal:
Dr Allan Clarke is a seasoned orthopedic surgery specialist on the Sunshine Coast. He has been practising as an Orthopedic Surgeon since 1991 and serving on the Sunshine Coast since 2001. Throughout the last 25 years, Dr Clarke has conducted over 2000 knee replacements, 3000 shoulder arthroscopies, and 6000 knee arthroscopies. He is interested in performing shoulder and knee surgeries and strives to stay updated on the latest advancements in shoulder, knee, and hip surgery. Dr Allan Clarke is dedicated to working closely with patients and their rehabilitation therapists to ensure an optimal surgical outcome for each individual. He is a speaker and surgical instructor at local and international Orthopaedic conferences. Dr Clarke consistently participates in a shoulder or knee training course annually. He expresses particular enthusiasm and excitement about the progress and comprehension of shoulder issue management over the past decade.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Parking Available.

Here’s The Deal:
Dr Steven Lawrie is a renowned specialist in orthopaedic surgery based in Sunshine Coast. He completed his education at the University of Queensland in 1991. He furthered his training through post-graduate fellowships in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with Dalhousie University (2001-2002) and in Toronto at the University of Toronto. Additionally, Dr Lawrie has completed two fellowships specialising in hip and knee reconstructive surgery. His expertise lies in managing complex orthopaedic conditions, focusing on the hip and knee. Dr Steven Lawrie holds Fellowships with the Royal Australian College of Surgeons and the Australian Orthopaedic Association and is a Member of the Australian Medical Association. He currently practices at Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Clinic, utilising cutting-edge techniques tailored to individual situations. Dr Lawrie has a keen interest in sports injuries and arthroscopic techniques. Drawing from his extensive experience in sports injuries and continuous learning from organisations like ISAKOS and The Knee Society, he has pioneered the concept of custom ACL surgery. He has also contributed significantly to knee surgery, introducing innovative techniques such as his recent presentation on the medial meniscus root repairs. Early in his career, Dr Lawrie designed several surgical devices for elbow fractures and hip replacement surgery.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Computer Assisted Surgery.