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Frequently Asked Questions- General

What are your business hours?

Our offices are open 0900 to 1700., Monday through Friday (except holidays).
Appointments can be made by calling our 02 9588 6399 during office hours.

What are your practice locations?

PROFESSOR RONALD SEKEL

Suites 2 & 3, Level 5
St George Private Hospital
Medical Centre
1 South Street
KOGARAH NSW 2217

Tel: 02 9588 6399
Fax: 02 9587 1014

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DR. GEORGE KIRSH

• Suites 2, Level 5
  St George Private Hospital
  Medical Centre
  1 South Street
  KOGARAH NSW 2217

Tel: 02 9588 6399
Fax: 02 9587 1014

• Suite 3, Ground floor
  Bankstown Hospital Medical Centre
  68 Eldridge Road
  Bankstown NSW 2200

Ph: 9796 3642
Fax: 9790 3702

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DR GEOFFREY ROSENBERG

• Suite 3, Ground floor
  Bankstown Hospital Medical Centre
  68 Eldridge Road
  Bankstown NSW 2200

Ph: 02 9796 3642
Fax: 02 9790 3702

• Suite 3 Level 5
  St George Private Hospital
  Medical Centre
  1 South Street Kogarah 2217

Ph: 02 9588 6399
Fax: 02 9587 1014
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What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis (pronounced ah-stee-oh-arth-rite-iss) is the most common form of arthritis. It is caused by the breakdown of cartilage. Cartilage is the tough elastic material that covers and protects the ends of bones. Bits of cartilage may break
off and cause pain and swelling in the joint between bones. This pain and swelling
is called inflammation. Over time the cartilage may wear away entirely, and the
bones will rub together. Osteoarthritis can affect any joint but usually affects hips, knees, hands and spine.

Can x-rays be done in your Division?

There is an x-ray department at the Medical centre very close to our clinic.

Will physical therapy be required after surgery?

Major surgery on a joint may take two or three hours in the operating room.
Getting full range of motion, strength and flexibility back in that joint after
surgery usually takes months. That's where pre-operative exercise and education
and post-operative physiotherapy programs come in - to ensure you're physically
and emotionally prepared for surgery, and to maximise your recovery after
surgery. Together, such programs are among the most important determinants
in the success of your surgery.

Do I need a doctor's referral to make an appointment with one of the specialists at your clinic?

As a Specialist clinic, patients need referral from their General Practitioner,
family physician or other doctor to make an appointment at Sydney Orthopaedic Specialists.

What should I bring with me when I come for an appointment?

When you come for your appointment Remember to get the following:

• Medicare or the veteran affairs card.
• Referral letter from your GP, family physician or other doctor.
• Have your insurance information.
• Copies of operation records, medical records, x-rays, MRIs, CT scans
  and so on from prior doctor visits.
• If you have seen a physiotherapist, please bring a progress letter from
  the therapist.
• If you have had surgery elsewhere, please bring a copy of your
  operation report