Dr Gerard Bourke

Dr Gerard Bourke is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in foot, ankle, and knee disorders. With over two decades of experience, he has relocated to Birtinya in the Sunshine Coast in 2019. Dr Bourke's background includes participation in the sports medicine training program and serving as the assistant Richmond Football Club doctor. He holds qualifications of MBBS FRACS (Orth), with a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.

Dr Bourke combines his expertise in sports medicine with his orthopaedic training to provide comprehensive treatment options for athletes and non-athletes alike. He has a strong interest in biomechanics and gait analysis, offering non-operative and operative treatments for conditions such as foot ulcers, arthritic disorders, and deformities like bunions and claw toes.

As an innovative surgeon, Dr Bourke has presented at numerous conferences and is the inventor of an absorbable pin for claw toe treatment. He aims to provide convenience and comfort to his patients during post-operative recovery, offering physiotherapy support in the rooms and minimizing the need for multiple appointments.

Dr Bourke owns a weight-bearing CT scanning machine, which he bulk bills for his patients. This state-of-the-art service provides immediate 3D images of the foot and ankle, with minimal radiation and no waiting for results. The pressure-sensitive treadmill in his practice allows for pre and post-operative assessment and treatment of all lower limb disorders.

Dedicated to health and wellbeing, Dr Bourke participates in various activities such as beach volleyball, triathlons, AFL football, and fitness retreats. He operates at Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital and Caboolture Private Hospital, providing exceptional care, modern facilities, and a friendly and welcoming environment for all patients.