Hand & Upper Limb Surgeon in Brisbane

Dr David Melsom · MBChB (Hons), FRCS (Tr & Orth), FRACS

Brisbane · Ipswich · Springfield

  • Subspecialty practice — hand & upper limb
  • Online booking
  • Coordinated rehabilitation
The practice team in reception. Left to right: Sara, Dr David Melsom, Stirling, Selina and Glynis.
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Welcome to the practice

Meet the people
behind your care

From your first enquiry to arranging your hospital booking, our team is here to help you prepare and answer practical questions along the way.

Meet our team
Technology with a purpose

From a considered plan
to guided preparation.

Mako robotic assistance builds on 3D shoulder planning, helping the surgeon carry the plan into the operating theatre.

Planned at the Wesley Hospital following the initial trial. For suitable patients after assessment.

Explore Mako shoulder surgery
Stryker Mako robotic arm with the shoulder-specific instrument
Mako Shoulder · Product image © 2025 Stryker
  1. Understand

    CT-based imaging provides a three-dimensional view of your shoulder.

  2. Plan

    Your surgeon considers implant size, position and your individual anatomy.

  3. Guide

    The surgeon controls the robotic arm during socket preparation.

Where to find us

Consulting & operating locations

Consulting in Brisbane and Ipswich; surgery at accredited private hospitals. All appointments are booked through our rooms on (07) 3870 0116.

Consulting rooms

Wesley Private Hospital

Evan Thomson Building, Auchenflower — main rooms

Ipswich Specialist Centre

12–14 South Street, Ipswich

Surgery

Wesley Private Hospital

Auchenflower, Brisbane

Mater Private Hospital

Springfield

Westside Private Hospital

Taringa — minor & day procedures (e.g. carpal tunnel)

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