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Orthopaedic Surgeon in Wollongong Private Hospital - Dr Paul Jarman

Dr Paul Jarman is an orthopaedic surgeon operating at 360 - 364 Crown Street, WOLLONGONG. He provides assessment and treatment for hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, sports injury, fracture and other musculoskeletal conditions for patients from Nowra and throughout the Shoalhaven and NSW South Coast.

A consultation is an assessment. Dr Jarman will discuss both surgical and non-surgical options. An appointment is not a recommendation for surgery.

Orthopaedic Conditions Treated

Dr Jarman assesses hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, sports and trauma conditions at the Nowra rooms. Please click on the links below for more information:

Knee

Hip

Shoulder

Elbow

Foot and Ankle

Sports Injuries

Ligament injuries, tendon injuries, cartilage damage and recurrent joint instability are assessed at the Nowra rooms. Treatment may be non-surgical or surgical, depending on the injury and your goals.

Trauma

Fractures and other acute musculoskeletal injuries are assessed in Nowra. The hospital used for surgery, if needed, depends on the injury and the arrangements below.

Treatments

Dr Jarman offers the treatments below after assessment. Many people are managed without an operation.

Hip, knee, shoulder and elbow joint replacement
Revision hip replacement and revision knee replacement
Robotic-assisted total knee replacement and computer-navigated knee replacement
Direct anterior hip replacement
Knee, hip, shoulder and elbow arthroscopy
ACL reconstruction
Rotator cuff repair
Latarjet procedure
Fracture and trauma surgery
Selected foot and ankle procedures including ankle arthroscopy
Platelet-rich plasma injections
  • Non-surgical management and rehabilitation

    • Dr Paul Jarman’s Operating Rooms

    Wollongong Private Hospital

    360 - 364 Crown Street
    WOLLONGONG NSW 2500

     

    Where surgery may be performed

    If surgery is recommended, it is not done at the Shoalhaven Street rooms. Depending on the procedure, clinical circumstances, private health insurance and hospital eligibility, surgery may be performed at:

    Referrals and your first appointment

    A referral may be required to access a Medicare rebate. Ask your GP or referring specialist to address the referral to Dr Paul Jarman and send it to the practice before the appointment. Referrers can use the referrers page.

    Please bring:

    • Your referral
    • Medicare card, and DVA or pension card if you have one
    • Private health insurance details
    • Relevant X-rays, MRI or CT scans
    • Imaging reports
    • A current medication list
    • Relevant medical and surgical history
    • Workers’ compensation or motor accident claim details and written insurer approval, where applicable
    • Comfortable clothing that allows the affected joint to be examined

    If you are a workers’ compensation or third-party patient, bring written approval from your insurer for the appointment.

    During the visit, Dr Jarman will assess the problem and discuss options. See understanding your options, first visit, patient forms, private health insurance, no private health insurance and other cover.

    Patients we see from around the Shoalhaven

    The Nowra rooms are convenient for patients from Bomaderry, North Nowra, South Nowra, Worrigee, Culburra Beach, Callala Bay, Berry, Kangaroo Valley, Huskisson, Vincentia, Sanctuary Point and other Shoalhaven communities.

    FAQs

    Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Nowra?

    A referral may be required to access a Medicare rebate. Ask your GP or specialist to address it to Dr Paul Jarman and send it before the appointment. Bring the referral with you.

    What conditions does Dr Jarman treat?

    He assesses hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, sports injury, fracture and other musculoskeletal conditions. See the condition list on this page and his profile.

    Does an appointment mean I will need surgery?

    No. A consultation is an assessment and a discussion of surgical and non-surgical options. Surgery is only considered if it is appropriate for you.

    What should I bring to my first consultation?

    Referral, Medicare and insurance details, scans and reports, a medication list, relevant history, and claim paperwork if this is a workers’ compensation or motor accident matter. Arrive 10–15 minutes early. Full list: first visit.

    Where does Dr Jarman perform surgery?

    Not at the consulting rooms. Surgery may be performed at Nowra Private Hospital, Shellharbour Private Hospital, Wollongong Private Hospital, or Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital, depending on the procedure, your circumstances, insurance and hospital eligibility.

    Can I arrange an urgent appointment after an injury?

    Call reception on to discuss timing.

    Are telehealth follow-up appointments available?

    Please ask reception when you book.

    Does the practice see workers’ compensation and motor accident patients?

    Yes. Bring claim details and written insurer approval for the appointment, as noted on the first visit page.

    How do I request an appointment?

    Call during practice hours, or request an appointment online. The online form is a request only. Reception will contact you to confirm.

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