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DR David Edis, a highly trained orthopaedic and spine surgeon, has begun consulting and operating at Maryvale Private Hospital and Latrobe Regional Health.

Dr Edis, who holds an MBBS, FRACS (Ortho), Grad Dip MA, and AFRACMA, brings a wealth of expertise to Gippsland.

After completing his studies at the University of Melbourne and his residency at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, he furthered his specialisation in spine surgery in New Zealand.

Over the past eight years, he has focused on developing minimally invasive spinal surgery techniques in collaboration with both Australian and international surgeons.

With a deep-seated commitment to enhancing patient care, Dr Edis has worked extensively on pain management and multi-disciplinary approaches. His experience includes developing allied health and pain management programs in regional Tasmania and is currently working with a multi-disciplinary team in Frankston to address complex pain issues.

Dr Edis is a specialist in adult spinal conditions and uses less invasive techniques for managing spinal deformities. He employs advanced methods such as mini-open lateral surgery (OLIF) and posterior robot-guided percutaneous screw placement, which greatly reduces blood loss, perioperative risks, and recovery times.

His approach to patient care is holistic, emphasising the importance of a multi-disciplinary strategy. Dr Edis collaborates with primary care providers, pain specialists, physiotherapists, clinical psychologists, nurses, and occupational therapists to deliver evidence-based, contemporary care. He advocates for informed patient choices, encouraging exploration of non-operative treatments and thorough rehabilitation before considering surgery.

Dr Edis’ specialisations include adult spine surgery, hip and knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy, and orthopaedic trauma. As an active researcher and medical educator, he is dedicated to lifelong learning and the continuous advancement of surgical practices.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, phone Maryvale Private Hospital on (03) 5132 1289.