Orthopaedics Services

Across Adelaide, our Orthopaedic team cares for you.

Across Adelaide, ACHA provides outstanding orthopaedic care. Relieving your pain and helping you move again is the goal of our surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists and care teams.


You can also speak to us about self-funding, if you don't have private health insurance. And no matter your treatment, there’s minimal wait times. Speak with your GP or physio about a referral to an ACHA orthopaedic surgeon, close to home, here in Adelaide.


You don’t have to live with long term orthopaedic pain.

  • Ashford Hospital

    ashfordhospital.org.au

    08 8375 5222

    55 Anzac Highway, Ashford SA 5035 

    Orthopaedic Information
  • Flinders Private Hospital

    flindersprivatehospital.org.au

    08 8275 3333

    1 Flinders Drive, Bedford Park SA 5042 

  • The Memorial Hospital

    thememorialhospital.org.au

    08 8366 3800

    Sir Edwin Smith Avenue, North Adelaide SA 5006 

    Orthopaedic Information

The private experience

At ACHA hospitals, you’ll be cared for by highly specialised nursing and allied health staff, trained in orthopaedic patient care. 


Your private patient comfort includes:

  • Specialist of your choice
  • Admission at a time that is convenient
  • Accommodation mainly in single rooms with ensuite
  • Private dining menu
  • PressReader – digital access to 7,000+ magazines and newspapers
  • Discharge planning support through case managers and orthopaedic liaison nurses

World class care.
Close to Home.

We have a highly skilled group of dedicated orthopaedic surgeons with a broad range of specialties. We offer orthopaedic services at the below locations, click to find out more:

Why choose ACHA?

Our orthopaedic surgeons and procedures


At ACHA, our highly skilled group of dedicated orthopaedic surgeons have a broad range of expertise including knee, hip, shoulder, hand, wrist, foot and ankle.


From reconstructions and replacements to repairs and fractures, we are set up to manage even the most complex orthopaedics procedures.

  • Knee
    • Knee arthroscopy
    • Total and partial knee replacement surgery
    • Revision knee replacement
    • Robot-assisted knee replacement
    • ACL reconstruction
    • Realignment osteotomy
    • General trauma
    Knee Factsheet
  • Hip
    • Hip arthroscopy
    • Total hip replacement
    • Revision hip replacement
    Hip Factsheet
  • Upper limb – shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand
    • Arthroscopic shoulder surgery
    • Shoulder replacement
    • Fractures
    • Rotator cuff repair
    • Shoulder stabilisation
    • Carpal tunnel
    • Trigger finger
    • Nerve injuries
    • Complex hand, wrist and elbow fractures
    Shoulder Factsheet
  • Foot and Ankle
    • Foot and ankle deformity surgery
    • Achilles repairs
    • Bunionses
  • Oncology
    • Primary bone and soft tissue tumours (benign and malignant)
    • Metastatic disease
  • Trauma
    • Post traumatic reconstructive surgery
  • Paediatric orthopaedics
    • Injuries
    • Congenital disorders
  • Spine
    • Fusion
    • Laminectomy
    • Discectomy

Your Rehabilitation

We know that some people need extra assistance to get back on their feet.

Post-surgery, your orthopaedic surgeon will assess you and if you require rehab, together you’ll agree on the most suitable program.

Our case managers and orthopaedic liaison nurses are on hand, to ensure you are well equipped to continue your recovery at home.

Orthopaedic Patient Education

At ACHA, we appreciate the importance of patient education. We have a range of orthopaedic patient education videos available online.

The videos include information regarding: 


  • How to prepare for your admission
  • What to expect during your hospital stay
  • Physiotherapy and exercise
  • Discharge considerations 

Ashford Hospital

Our orthopaedic surgeons and procedures


Ashford Hospital specialises in the surgical management of orthopaedic (bone and joint) conditions arising from arthritis, trauma and sports injuries. With state-of-the-art technology we have the ability to provide arthroscopic, minimally-invasive and Robotic Surgery.

Our orthopaedic service includes:

Our team of professionals provide a multi-disciplinary approach to provide the optimum in healthcare for our patients.

Over 20 Orthopaedic Surgeons to choose from who operate at Ashford Hospital

Experienced Orthopaedic Nurses

Specialised Orthopaedic Physiotherapists

Dedicated orthopaedic ward

The highest level of private critical care available in South Australia

Medical staff rostered on-site 24/7

We have a particular focus on:

Joint replacement surgery – hip, knee and shoulder

Upper limb procedures - shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand

Lower limb procedures – foot and ankle

Robotic Surgery – available for knee and total hip replacement surgery

Across Adelaide, Ashford Hospital provides outstanding orthopaedic care. Relieving your pain and helping you move again is the goal of our surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists and care teams.


You can also speak to us about self-funding, if you don't have private health insurance. And no matter your treatment, there’s minimal wait times. Speak with your GP or physio about a referral to an Ashford Hospital orthopaedic surgeon, close to home, here in Adelaide.

Flinders Private Hospital

Our orthopaedic surgeons and procedures


Orthopaedic Surgery is a core specialty at Flinders Private Hospital and encompasses all surgical management of orthopaedic (bone and joint) conditions arising from arthritis, trauma or sporting injuries. Our orthopaedic operating theatres are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and instrumentation which ensures our patients receive the most current treatment for their condition or injury. Flinders Private Hospital’s orthopaedic service is supported by on-site radiology facilities including Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans.

Our orthopaedic service includes:

Our team of professionals provide a multidisciplinary approach to ensure the optimum in healthcare for our patients. We have over 20 Orthopaedic Surgeons who operate at Flinders Private Hospital, most of whom consult on-site.

Over 20 Orthopaedic Surgeons

Specialised Orthopaedic Nurses

Specialised Orthopaedic Physiotherapists

Dedicated 42 bed orthopaedic ward

The highest level of private critical care available in South Australia

Medical staff rostered on-site 24/7

Pre-operative hip / knee replacement education sessions

Orthopaedic discharge planners

Free Wi-Fi internet access

We have a particular focus on:

Joint replacement surgery - knee, hip and shoulder

Upper limb procedures - shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand

Lower limb procedures – foot and ankle

Robotic Surgery   – available for knee and total hip replacement surgery

Trauma surgery

Paediatric orthopaedic surgery

Sarcoma and bone tumour surgery

Rapid Access Knee, Hip and Shoulder Clinic

We provide a streamlined, one-stop, NO GAP, service for privately insured patients and DVA GOLD card holders for assessment of knee, hip and shoulder injuries.


Priority access will involve a clinical assessment by an Orthopaedic Specialist, and if required, an MRI scan (no gap) of your knee, hip or shoulder. The Orthopaedic Specialist will review your results and devise a patient treatment plan which may include physiotherapy or surgery if required.

  • Benefits to the patient
    • No waiting. Rapid access to see an Orthopaedic Specialist
    • No gap payment for privately insured patients for the Rapid Knee, Hip and Shoulder Clinic
    • Rapid access to surgery if required
    • Fast tracked follow up appointments
    • Everything taken care of in one place, on one day
  • Why it works
    • Appointments made within a week
    • Same day access to a diagnostic MRI scan if required, at NO cost to patients
    • Rapid access to an Orthopaedic Specialist
  • Referrals and appointments

    When the referral form is complete, the patient is then able to call 08 8275 3364 to arrange a convenient appointment time.

    Download Referral Form

The Memorial Hospital

Our orthopaedic surgeons and procedures


Our Orthopaedic Surgeons treat bone and joint conditions relating to sports injuries, trauma, arthritis and degenerative conditions.

Our orthopaedic service includes:

Our dedicated team support our Doctors in providing the highest level of patient centred care.

Dedicated orthopaedic ward

Dedicated Orthopaedic Liaison Nurse

Specialised Orthopaedic Physiotherapists

Experienced Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Experienced Orthopaedic Nurses

Critical Care Unit, including Medical Officers rostered on-site 24/7

Our orthopaedic surgeries include:

Arthroscopic surgery

Foot and ankle surgery

Paediatric orthopaedic surgery

Reconstructive surgery including anterior cruciate ligament

Spinal surgery

Sports injuries

Upper and lower limb surgery

Total Joint Replacement including:

  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Shoulder
  • Ankle

Orthopaedic Q&A

If you live with a condition that affects your bones, joints or muscles, you’re not alone.


Approximately one in three Australians have a musculoskeletal condition, 3.6 million of which have arthritis and 4 million have chronic back pain. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare note one in two people with arthritis, report experiencing moderate to severe pain.


If you have a musculoskeletal condition, help is available. A consultation with an orthopaedic surgeon could be your first step towards reduced pain, improved function, and a better quality of life.


Here are answers to 9 common questions about orthopaedic surgery.

  • Why chose an ACHA Hospital?

  • How long will I be in hospital after my orthopaedic surgery?

  • What if I need more help after discharge?

  • How long is recovery after surgery?

  • How long does orthopaedic surgery take?

  • When can I return to daily activities and exercise?

  • Pain management after orthopaedic surgery

  • How do I chose an orthopaedic surgeon?

  • Follow-up care after surgery