Wrist surgeon in Brisbane & Ipswich
From acute fractures to chronic instability and arthritis, wrist problems are assessed with careful examination and targeted imaging, with keyhole (arthroscopic) options where appropriate.
Seeing Dr Melsom about your wrist
Dr David Melsom is a specialist orthopaedic surgeon with a subspecialty interest in the hand and upper limb. He consults at the Wesley Hospital in Auchenflower and the Ipswich Specialist Centre.
Your consultation considers your symptoms, examination and relevant scans, along with the activities that matter to you. Treatment options and recovery are discussed in the context of your individual condition. See what to bring and how to arrange a referral.
Detailed patient guides
All wrist conditions we treat
- Wrist fractures
- Scaphoid fracture and non-union
- TFCC (triangular fibrocartilage complex) injuries
- Wrist arthritis and replacement (Motec prosthesis)
- Nerve injuries
- Wrist arthroscopy and keyhole procedures
Don't see your condition listed? Dr Melsom treats the full spectrum of wrist problems — contact the rooms to discuss a referral.
Ready to make an appointment?
Book online through HealthEngine, or call our rooms on (07) 3870 0116. A current GP or specialist referral is required to claim Medicare benefits.