Our Services
Dr Paterson
Dr Roger Paterson is highly experienced to deal with all knee problems including all sporting and work-related injuries and arthritis.
Specialising in the following:
Minimally Invasive Unicompartmental (partial) Knee Replacement
Total Knee Replacement with computerised alignment
Knee arthroscopy
Reconstruction of Anterior and Posterior Cruciate Ligaments
Patellofemoral Joint Instability and pain
Biological repair of cartilage defects
Dr Paterson is also an international expert on sports injuries of the Ankle, and does Hip Replacement surgery.
Availability
Dr Paterson consults on Monday mornings and all day Tuesday and Thursday, and operates at the Sportsmed-SA Hospital on Mondays and Fridays. He visits Mt Gambier and Pt Lincoln once a month on Wednesdays. All patients seeing Dr Paterson need to have been referred by their GP, or by one of the Sports Doctors at the Sportsmed-SA Clinic. Urgent problems can be dealt with quickly as a general rule, by simply phoning Kate on 8130 1229. An appointment within the week can be arranged if needed, and a time for surgery can be held, to be able to then proceed without delay, if it is thought that that would be required. This is a particularly practical arrangement for people coming from out of town. We can arrange for any necessary tests and an appointment on a Thursday, ready for an operation on the Friday if required.
While most the work Dr Paterson does is particularly related to the knee, he is also an expert on ankle injuries, and has an interest in treatment of arthritis of the hip.
Hospital: Orthopaedic Hospital and Multidisciplinary Clinic
There are currently 12 Orthopaedic surgeons working at sportsmed, all of whom are leaders in their fields, and have sub-specialized into areas of upper limb, lower limb, joint replacements, and/or foot and ankle surgery. To find out more about who is at sportsmed and what their areas of special expertise are, click here to visit the sportsmed site.
sportsmed Multidisciplinary Clinic
Nearly all testing and treatment care in one location
Streamlined Service -Everything you need at the one place + choice of operation dates
Friendly welcoming staff. Ability to have consultation with a GP at Sportsmed and listened to.
Wonderful staff
A very efficient and friendly atmosphere
Staff at Sportsmed were great and facilities were good
Friendly service, happy people always helpful (we have been coming for 20 year)
Extent of experience of sportsmed ortho staff
Well integrated organisation
The care pre-op, post op and follow up with physio, surgeons and staff
All aspects of professionalism and friendliness
All of the printed information that was provided
Efficiency and politeness with the way I was treated
sportsmed Hospital
Nursing staff were lovely and the food good
Sportsmed Hospital Room is nice. The post op physio service is good
Nurses were pleasant & helpful
Staff were wonderful and caring and helpful
Excellent nursing/ physio / doctor care
Pleasant, friendly, prompt and skilled service from nursing staff
All staff friendly. They also made me feel at ease - took great care of me
Friendliness of all staff, including reception staff
Hospital facilities are excellent
Operation was well organized and recovery was good
Friendly caring attitude of staff. Excellent surroundings
Everyone had a positive attitude and were supportive, which gave me confidence in my recovery
Staff presented themselves with a happy and professional attitude and gave us patients 'time of day' service
FAQs
When can I make an appointment?
Kate Graves is Dr Paterson's PA, and can be contacted on 81301229. She is most helpful, and will make sure that you get an appointment at an appropriate time for your circumstances.
How much will it cost?
The first visit is billed at the AMA recommended rate, so there will be a gap, unless you are covered by Workcover, compulsory third party insurance or DVA. Subsequent visits are heavily discounted, and post-operative visits incur no gap at all. If you need surgery, you will be given a detailed quote regarding all out-of-pocket expenses that can be anticipated.
Where can I park my car?
There is plenty of free onsite parking, although it can be busy at times.
Where are the rooms located?
The Sportsmed-SA Clinic and Hospital are centrally located at 32 Payneham Rd Stepney. There are X-Ray facilities and a blood collection centre on site. Pharmacy and coffee shop are coming very soon.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
It is most important that you bring your referral letter from your doctor and all X-Rays and scans, and the results of any blood tests.
What should I do when I arrive?
Go to the Orthopaedic department on the first floor of the Clinic building and check in at the reception desk, where Tayla will check you in and get you to complete some paperwork, and then take you in to see Dr Paterson