Mr Nigel Hartnett

Meet Mr. Nigel Hartnett, an expert knee surgeon based in Gisborne, Australia. With his expertise in orthopaedic surgery, Nigel specializes in surgeries related to the hip and knee joints. Nigel is highly skilled in treating various knee conditions, ranging from sports injuries to degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis.

Nigel received his qualifications from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, including FRACS (Orth), BSc, and MB ChB. He is also a fellow of the Australian Orthopaedic Association and the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Nigel has a particular interest in knee surgeries such as ACL and PCL reconstruction, multi-ligament surgeries, and patella stabilization. He is also experienced in performing partial or total knee joint replacements and complex revision knee replacements.

In addition to his local experience, Nigel has gained international exposure through fellowships with renowned surgeons such as Julian Feller, Hayden Morris, and Tim Whitehead. He is an active member of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the International Society for Arthroscopy Knee and Orthopaedic Surgery.

Nigel is committed to providing the highest quality care for his patients. He sees patients of all ages and accepts uninsured, work cover, and TAC patients, as well as those with private insurance. Nigel utilizes telehealth services to provide convenient access to his expertise. His primary practicing suburb is Gisborne, and he is associated with Warringal Private Hospital.

Nigel's main interests lie in treating knee arthritis, sports injuries, fractures, knee reconstruction, and non-surgical treatments for arthritis. He is well-versed in knee arthroscopy, joint preservation, and robotic-assisted knee replacement.

When it comes to patient care, Nigel values empathy, respect, and understanding. He strives to deliver the best possible outcomes for his patients and ensures that they receive the utmost care and attention throughout their treatment journey.