SYDNEY KNEE SURGEON

Dr Jonathan Liew

MBBS, FRACS, FAOrthA, MTrauma

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SINGLE SUBSPECIALTY

Hi, I’m Dr Jon.

I’m an Australian-trained Orthopaedic surgeon with an interest and passion for the management of knee conditions, both elective and traumatic.

My training took me through multiple hospitals across New South Wales, where I gained experience in both trauma and elective Orthopaedic surgery as part of the Australian Orthopaedic Association’s rigorous training program. During my training, I focused on developing my knowledge and skills in both adult and paediatric knee conditions.

Further dedicating myself to knee surgery, I subsequently completed a subspecialty fellowship in Paediatric & Adult Knee Surgery, with time spent at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Sydney.

MY TRAINING

Years of dedication, all for your knee

FOUNDATION

Australian-trained.

Specialist orthopaedic training through the Australian Orthopaedic Association, across hospitals in NSW.

FOCUS

One joint. Many needs.

Experience in adult and paediatric knee conditions, including elective surgery and traumatic injuries.

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FELLOWSHIP

Further knee training.

Subspecialty fellowship in Paediatric & Adult Knee Surgery, with time at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.

MY PRINCIPLES

What matters to me

Honesty.

Clear advice about your options and what treatment can—and cannot—offer.

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Open communication.

Time to listen, explain and answer your questions, so you feel informed and involved.

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Attention to detail.

Careful assessment, thoughtful planning and meticulous attention throughout your care.

A PASSION FOR KNEE SURGERY

Being a knee surgeon is both fascinating and rewarding.

Participating in a knee replacement as a medical student many years ago sparked an interest in Orthopaedics, and in particular, knee surgery. I continue to have that passion, so I feel very fortunate to have entered this field and find great satisfaction in treating patients.

SUPPORTING MY PATIENTS

I truly enjoy patient education and support.

My practice is centred on carefully listening to you, understanding your concerns and taking the time to provide treatment options. Any surgical procedures as well as their benefits and risks will be fully explained.

I understand that for most people surgery is very unfamiliar, so I’ll support you at each step of the process. However, not everyone needs surgery and I will not offer an operation unless I genuinely believe it is likely to improve your outcomes.

MY APPROACH

Every detail matters.

I keep up to date with advances in knowledge, technology and surgical techniques and carefully adopt those which I think will provide real benefit for my patients. When it comes to surgery, my focus is on meticulous planning, care and attention to detail for any operation.

I take pride in my work and want to see all my patients do well.

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Outside of medicine, I simply enjoy spending time with my wonderful wife and our two young sons… and playing tennis when I get the chance.

I look forward to meeting you and helping you get back to what you enjoy!

VIDEO INTRODUCTION

TRAINING SITES

Hospital posts during my Australian Orthopaedic Association Training

St Vincent’s Public Hospital Sydney

Orange Health Service

Mater Hospital Sydney

The Children’s Hospital at Westmead

Royal North Shore Hospital

Blacktown & Mt Druitt Hospitals

Northern Beaches Hospital

Nepean Public Hospital

Westmead Public Hospital

SURGICAL PROCEDURES

I can offer the following surgical procedures, where clinically appropriate:

Osteoarthritis

Robotic-assisted Total Knee Replacement
Robotic-assisted Partial (Unicompartmental) Knee Replacement
Realignment surgery (Osteotomy)

Ligament Injuries

ACL Reconstruction utilising several potential graft options: Autograft (Quadriceps, Hamstring, Patella tendon) or Allograft
Paediatric ACL Reconstruction (ITB)
Extra-articular Lateral Tenodesis
PCL Reconstruction
MCL Reconstruction
Posterolateral corner / LCL Reconstruction

Meniscus & Cartilage Injuries

Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscal Repair
Partial meniscectomy
Meniscal root repairs ± centralisation
Meniscal Transplant (although this is a rarely performed operation)
Osteochondral fixation
Certain cartilage reparative procedures (including OATS procedure)

Patellofemoral Instability

MPFL Reconstruction
Tibial tubercle transfer (Osteotomy)
Realignment surgery (Osteotomy)
Trochleoplasty (although this is a rarely performed operation)

Soft Tissue Injuries / Fractures

Quadriceps & Patellar tendon repairs
Other tendon & soft tissue repairs
Patella, Femoral or Tibial fracture fixation

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