Dr Donald Cawthorne

Dr. Cawthorne is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon with vast experience across major metropolitan hospitals and regional towns. He holds an undergraduate and postgraduate degree in medicine from the University of Sydney, and is highly regarded for his personable and professional approach to patient care. Dr. Cawthorne's practice is centered on patient education and collaboration with the wider healthcare team, which he believes are critical to positive patient outcomes.

During his training, Dr. Cawthorne worked at several level one trauma hospitals in Sydney including the Royal North Shore, Westmead, and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. He also spent 18 months of elective orthopaedic experience specifically focused on hip and knee surgery at Sydney Adventist, The Mater, and Northern Beaches Hospital, and worked in regional NSW towns such as Dubbo, Tweed Heads, and the Central Coast. Dr. Cawthorne's specialty surgical training in the United States at the prestigious Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland, Oregon, only serves to further underscore his dedication to providing patients with the best possible care.

Furthermore, Dr. Cawthorne's contribution to research in his field is impressive. He has authored and contributed to several research papers published in surgical journals and has presented his research at State, National, and International conferences, including the Australian Annual Scientific Meeting and the World Congress of Physical Therapy in Singapore.

Dr. Cawthorne completed an Australian Orthopaedic Association accredited fellowship in Lower Limb surgery, and he is committed to staying up to date with the latest techniques and technologies in his field. Patients can trust that Dr. Cawthorne will employ his expertise and skill to provide the best possible outcomes in their care.