Trust score 8/100
Dr James Mclean
Orthopaedic Surgery · Melbourne
👤 2 years of experience
13,392+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr James McLean is an orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in arthroscopic (key-hole) surgery and reconstructive and joint-replacement surgery. They are an active member of the Shoulder & Elbow Society of Australia and The Australian Hand Surgery Society. Dr McLean's primary goal is to obtain the best possible outcome for their patients and their families.
Dr McLean graduated from the University of Adelaide Medical School. Prior to commencing practice, they completed nine years of post-graduate surgical training. During this time, Dr McLean travelled extensively, obtaining additional experience from centres of orthopaedic excellence in Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the USA.
Keeping up-to-date with new developments and technical advancements is integral to their practice and Dr McLean regularly participates in continued education activities. Their ongoing contributions to orthopaedic literature have seen them co-author several book chapters on upper limb conditions, and publish numerous research papers in peer-reviewed journals. Dr McLean has a keen interest in research and was awarded the higher degree of Doctor of Philosophy in 2019 and Master of Surgery in 2010. They have accepted several scholarships, grants and prizes for their published work, including several ���Best Paper��� awards, and completed a PhD in 2019 which helped establish an interactive electronic database aimed at improving outcomes for patients with complex wrist injuries.
Dr McLean graduated from the University of Adelaide Medical School. Prior to commencing practice, they completed nine years of post-graduate surgical training. During this time, Dr McLean travelled extensively, obtaining additional experience from centres of orthopaedic excellence in Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the USA.
Keeping up-to-date with new developments and technical advancements is integral to their practice and Dr McLean regularly participates in continued education activities. Their ongoing contributions to orthopaedic literature have seen them co-author several book chapters on upper limb conditions, and publish numerous research papers in peer-reviewed journals. Dr McLean has a keen interest in research and was awarded the higher degree of Doctor of Philosophy in 2019 and Master of Surgery in 2010. They have accepted several scholarships, grants and prizes for their published work, including several ���Best Paper��� awards, and completed a PhD in 2019 which helped establish an interactive electronic database aimed at improving outcomes for patients with complex wrist injuries.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr James Mclean
Education & training
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2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2020–2024 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
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2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,305 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,383 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,559 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 920 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 60 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 17 · i10: 10
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European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.1172/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34649648 · cited by 145
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Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.5684/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 32210075 · cited by 19
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European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
DOI: 10.5171/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34428081 · cited by 69
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Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8498/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 30044637 · cited by 111
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Orthopaedic Surgery European Annual Congress (Orthopaedic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Orthopaedic Surgery National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2025
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2025
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2025
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Orthopaedic Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a orthopaedic surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · james.mclean.1@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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