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Restoring Movement, Rebuilding Strength
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Restoring Movement & Rebuilding Strength
Your feet and ankles are the foundation of your body, providing essential balance, stability, and support. At Lakeside Orthopaedics, they offer advanced care for foot and ankle injuries and conditions.
Foot and ankle pain can be caused by a wide range of issues, from injuries to arthritis to complex deformities. Non-surgical therapies and innovative surgical techniques may be implemented to keep you mobile and optimise your long-term foot and ankle health.
Dr Dion Noovao
MBCHB. FRACS. FAORTHA
Committed to Orthopaedic Excellence
Dr. Dion Noovao is a highly respected orthopaedic surgeon with over a decade of surgical experience, known for his commitment to providing personalised care that meets the unique needs of each patient. He prioritises patient education, ensuring they fully understand their conditions and recovery timelines, and places them at the centre of the decision-making process for their long-term health.
Dr. Noovao’s foundation of expertise stems from his comprehensive medical training in New Zealand, where he earned his Fellowship with the Australasian College of Surgeons in 2012. He pursued further specialisation with fellowships in foot, ankle, and upper limb surgery in New Zealand, followed by a 12-month fellowship in Brisbane in 2013.
In 2015, he completed a prestigious fellowship in trauma and lower limb deformity correction at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
Video & Telephone Consultations
To support you during this time, Dr Noovao is available for phone or video consultations. In the majority of instances costs will be subsidised by Medicare. Contact us for more details.
Making an Appointment
Please have your referral and x-ray or scan reports sent through to our email: admin@lakesideorthopaedics.com.au or Fax: 07 5391 1732. If you do not have access to fax or email, please contact us and we will send you a link via SMS or email so you may upload the document or image/s securely.
Your referral, scans & reports will be reviewed and triaged by Dr Noovao. According to the urgency of your condition, our office will then contact you with an appointment date. If you do not hear from us one week after sending your referral, please phone or email our rooms.
Once an appointment has been booked with you, you will receive an email confirming all the details and referrals for further investigations if they are required. We will also attach send an information form with fee information and secure link to our Patient Registration Form.
Our team would appreciate if you could return your completed form or alternatively bring it with you to save time on the day.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 07 5318 1700.
What to Bring
Your doctor’s referral, if available
X-rays and/or scans on film only We are not able to view CD’s.
Current Medicare card
Health Fund details
Workcover claim details (if applicable)
DVA Card details (if applicable)
Injury from Accidents or Sports
Fractures, dislocations, and ligament tears, such as ACL injuries, are common in athletes and can often require surgical intervention.
Chronic Pain
Conditions such as arthritis, tendinitis, or bursitis can cause ongoing discomfort that may not respond well to over-the-counter treatments.
Degenerative Diseases
As we age, our bodies change and that can lead to degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis or degenerative disc disease. These conditions can cause significant pain and limit mobility.
Congenital Conditions
Some individuals are born with musculoskeletal abnormalities, such as scoliosis or hip dysplasia. These conditions often require early intervention to prevent long-term complications.
Work-Related Injuries
Professions that involve heavy lifting, repetitive motions, or prolonged periods of standing, can lead to musculoskeletal injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff injuries, and herniated discs.
Joint Replacement Surgery
For individuals suffering from severe arthritis or joint damage, joint replacement surgery may be the best option. This procedure involves replacing the damaged joint with an artificial implant, often made of metal, ceramic, or plastic.
Public Transport
To find details of local public transport options please go Translink.
Parking
Please note:
Unfortunately, there is no patient parking available in the Pulse Oceanside building. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Convenient parking options can be found in multi-story car parks nearby and in certain paid street parking areas.
For the most convenient drop-off location for your appointment, we recommend utilizing the ground floor inside the Pulse Oceanside building.