Patient Information for Your Visit With Dr Brooker

For new patients

You will need a referral from your GP or another medical practitioner to see Dr Brooker. This is a Medicare requirement for specialist consultations.

What to bring to your first appointment

Referral letter from your GP

Medicare card

Private health insurance details

Any X-rays, scans, or test results

Complete list of current medications

Previous specialist letters or reports (if relevant)

Making your appointment

Your GP can send a referral by:

Fax or email to our rooms
Secure messaging via health link
By phone for urgent referrals

See the referrals section of this website for more details.

Our reception staff will then contact you to arrange a suitable appointment time.

Fee structure

New patient consultation

$250

Review appointments

$110

Surgery

No gap for most procedures

Payment information

Payment preferred on the same day of consultation
All major health funds accepted
Pensioner and healthcare card discounts available
Multiple payment methods accepted
WorkCover and TAC patients accepted

Health insurance

Dr Brooker works with all major private health funds. For surgical procedures, he generally won't charge a gap above what your insurance covers, though consultation fees do have out-of-pocket costs as listed.

Please check with your fund regarding your level of cover for orthopaedic procedures.

Dr Brooker's approach to care

Dr Brooker believes in taking a conservative approach to orthopaedic care. No surgery is risk-free, and non-operative management should generally be exhausted before considering surgical options.

It's crucial for patients to understand the likely course of any surgical journey, including the risks and recovery period involved. Dr Brooker places strong emphasis on patient education and often recommends continuing with non-operative management while you gather as much information as possible about surgical options.

Having realistic expectations about outcomes is essential for making an informed decision about the right time to transition from conservative to operative management. Dr Brooker provides comprehensive information to help you make the best decision for your circumstances and treatment goals.

Areas of focus

Dr Brooker specialises in several key areas of orthopaedic surgery, with particular expertise in:

Total Knee Replacement

An operation where damaged parts of the knee are removed and replaced with metal and plastic components. It is significant surgery but can improve knee pain considerably once you have recovered.

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Total Hip Replacement

An operation where damaged parts of the hip are removed and replaced with metal and plastic components. It can be life changing by improving pain and function and allowing normal activities without limitations.

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ACL Reconstruction

ACL reconstruction surgery may be required if you are experiencing ongoing instability despite physiotherapy, or are planning to return to high level pivoting sports.

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Telehealth consultations

For patients who live a long distance away, Dr Brooker will offer telehealth consultations for certain follow-up appointments. However, initial consultations are generally conducted in person to allow for proper physical examination.

Post-operative care

Detailed post-operative instructions will be provided specific to your procedure. These will cover pain management, wound care, activity restrictions, and when to contact our rooms.

Physiotherapy

Most patients will benefit from physiotherapy after surgery. Dr Brooker will typically recommend starting with a physiotherapist close to your home for convenience. Inpatients at Maryvale Private Hospital receive daily physiotherapy during their stay.

Recovery timelines

Recovery varies significantly between patients and procedures. Dr Brooker will provide specific timelines based on your surgery, but expect that recovery often takes longer than initially anticipated.

Exercise programs

Exercise and rehabilitation programs are tailored to each patient's needs and procedure. Your physiotherapist will guide you through the appropriate stages of recovery.

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