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Dr Joerg Rhau

Verified Orthopaedic Surgery Greenslopes

Dr Joerg Rhau

4 years of experience 4.9 (20 verified reviews)

8,322+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
8
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Joerg Rhau at a glance

Dr Joerg Rhau is an Orthopaedic Surgery practitioner based in Greenslopes, Australia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 27+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2018). Serves patients in Greenslopes, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Joerg Rhau is an internationally trained orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in surgery of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. His clinical approach is grounded in a strong surgical education, extensive experience, and a focus on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
He completed his orthopaedic training at the renowned Lubinus Clinic in Germany, where he gained experience in a wide range of surgical techniques and injury management. His participation in research projects during this time sparked a long-term interest in innovation and advancements in shoulder and upper limb surgery.
In 2006, Dr Rhau moved to Melbourne, Australia, embracing the local culture of progressive, research-informed care. He undertook fellowships with the Melbourne Orthopaedic Group and the Melbourne Shoulder and Elbow Centre, and was later awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2012.
Since 2007, Dr Rhau has worked as a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Logan Public Hospital in Queensland, focusing on conditions affecting the shoulder and upper limbs. He also contributes to the professional development of junior doctors through the training of residents and registrars.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Joerg Rhau

Education & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Greenslopes (AU)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Greenslopes (AU)

Career & appointments

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-344137 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-EF3E8EE3 · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 619
Annual physical exam 99395 2,037
Vaccination administration 90471 2,685
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 554

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
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 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Joerg Rhau
HEADSHOT
Joerg Rhau in consultation
IN OFFICE
Joerg Rhau with the team
WITH TEAM
Joerg Rhau at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 65s
Meet Joerg Rhau

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 12

  1. Long-term follow-up of Orthopaedic Surgery across AU
    Joerg Rhau, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.9170/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36837704 · cited by 139
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Orthopaedic Surgery
    Joerg Rhau, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.7796/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31309125 · cited by 121

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Orthopaedic Surgery European Annual Congress (Orthopaedic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Orthopaedic Surgery National Society Meeting · Greenslopes · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — Greenslopes · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2023

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 · joerg.rhau@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

20 verified reviews
4.85
★★★★⯨
20 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
4.9
Knowledge
4.9
Wait Time
4.6
Staff Friendliness
4.9
Ease Of Appointment
4.8
Value For Money
4.8
Would Recommend Pct
96.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Joerg Rhau's Areas of Specialty

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Orthopaedic Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Greenslopes matters

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    Joerg Rhau specialises in Orthopaedic Surgery in Greenslopes, AU. 27 years of clinical experience.

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    Joerg Rhau speaks English, German.

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