Specialty - Orthopaedic
Overview
Orthopaedics covers the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of bones, joints
and muscles. Orthopaedic surgeons have special skills in the surgical treatment
of these conditions. The medical treatment is often shared by orthopaedic
surgeons, rheumatologists, sports doctors and general practitioners (GPs).
Here are some of the most common conditions treated by orthopaedic surgeons in
adult patients:
- severe osteoarthritis of the hip or knee
- fractured bones
- torn or inflamed muscles, tendons and cartilage
- dislocations of joints
- infections in bones and joints
- trapped nerves
- disorders of the spine
Where joints have become destroyed by disease, or worn out, orthopaedic surgeons
can often replace these joints with artificial ones. This results in marked
relief from pain and an increase in mobility and enjoyment of life for patients.
Fractures, except for the most minor ones, are treated by orthopaedic surgeons
as they have the expertise to assess the damage around the fracture and ensure
the best function is obtained after the fracture is mended
Most spinal conditions do not need a surgical operation, but a small number do.
Your GP will tell you if your condition is one that could benefit from an
orthopaedic opinion
Consultants
Tauranga
| Mr R Keddell |
Mr C Dawe |
Mr B Thorn |
Mr D Muir |
Mr A Stokes |
| Mr I Galley |
Mr R Morbey |
Mr A Macdiamid |
Mr D Ardern |
Mr A Cook |
Whakatane
| Mr G Rossett |
Mr M Meiring |
Referral / First Specialist Assessment
A threshold for FSA referral acceptance has been set to assist with MOH waiting
time compliance.
Please refer to the Orthopaedic waiting times link for further information.
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The National Access Criteria (Bay of Plenty Variation) for First Assessment (ACA) are available to view:
Orthopaedic ACA
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Bay of Plenty Waiting times for First Specialist Assessment are available to view:
Orthopaedic Waiting Times
Treatment List
A threshold for Treatment List acceptance has been set to assist with MOH
waiting time compliance. Please refer to the Orthopaedic waiting times link for
further information.
Contact Details
Postal: Referral Receipt Centre, BOPDHB, Private Bag 12024, Tauranga 3142
Fax: 07 578 1247
Phone: 0800 333 477