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Frequently Asked Questions- General

Our offices are open Monday to Friday. Dr Morris can be contacted on (02) 6201 6801, and
Dr Gillespie on (02) 6201 6822 during office hours.

What are your practice locations?

Canberra Hip & Knee Replacement
Suite 21 Calvary Clinic
Mary Potter Circuit
BRUCE ACT 2617

To make a clinic appointment with:

Dr. Peter MORRIS, please call 02 6201 6801,
0900 to 1700 Monday to Thursday
0900 to 1200 Friday (Except public holidays)

Dr. Michael GILLESPIE, please call 02 6201 6822.
Monday 1000 to 1700
Tuesday to Thursday 0900 to 1700
Friday 0900 to 1300 (Except public holidays)

What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It is caused by the breakdown of cartilage.
Cartilage is the tough elastic material that covers and protects the ends of bones. Bits of cartilage
may break off and cause pain and swelling in the joint between bones. This pain and swelling is called inflammation.  Over time the cartilage may wear away entirely, and the bones will rub together. 
Osteoarthritis can affect any joint but usually affects hips, knees, hands and spine.

Can x-rays be done in your Division?

There is an x-ray department in Calvary Clinic for all x-rays referrals from Canberra Hip & Knee
Replacement.

Will physical therapy be required after surgery?

Major surgery on a joint may take one to two hours in the operating room. Getting full range of motion,
strength and flexibility back in that joint after surgery usually takes months. That's where pre-operative
exercise and education and post-operative physiotherapy programs come in - to ensure you're physically
and emotionally prepared for surgery, and to maximise your recovery after surgery. Together, such programs
are among the most important determinants in the success of your surgery.

Do I need a doctor's referral to make an appointment with one of the specialists
at your clinic?

As a Specialist clinic, patients need referral from their General Practitioner or other
doctor to make an appointment at Canberra Hip & Knee Replacement- Calvary Clinic.