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Dr John O'Donnell

Orthopaedic Surgery Melbourne

Dr John O'Donnell

2 years of experience

4,827+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
7
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr John O'Donnell at a glance

Dr John O'Donnell is an Orthopaedic Surgery practitioner based in Melbourne, Australia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 49+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Melbourne, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr O’Donnell is a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, widely regarded as one of the pioneers of hip arthroscopy. Graduating from the University of Melbourne in 1977, he completed his orthopaedic training in 1985 before furthering his studies in the UK, France, and Austria. Returning to Melbourne, he began working at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the Royal Children’s Hospital. Initially focusing on shoulder surgery, particularly arthroscopic techniques, Dr O’Donnell’s expertise in this area laid the groundwork for his groundbreaking work in hip arthroscopy, a field in which he has been a leading figure since 1990.
With over 5,000 hip arthroscopies performed, Dr O'Donnell is one of the world’s most experienced in this procedure. His commitment to advancing the field extends beyond patient care to education; he runs a Fellowship program in hip arthroscopy and training courses for surgeons. He is a founding member of the International Society for Hip Arthroscopy and serves as the current Editorial Secretary. In addition to his clinical and educational roles, Dr O'Donnell has also trained in the minimally invasive AMIS hip replacement technique in Paris, and is a sought-after speaker internationally.

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

— Dr John O'Donnell

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Melbourne (AU)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Melbourne (AU)
  3. 2026–2027 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-491591 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-4BAD9255 · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,723
Annual physical exam 99395 2,989
Vaccination administration 90471 1,733
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 802

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 60 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

John O'Donnell
HEADSHOT
John O'Donnell in consultation
IN OFFICE
John O'Donnell with the team
WITH TEAM
John O'Donnell at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 100s
Meet John O'Donnell

Research & publications

h-index: 12 · i10: 12

  1. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    John O'Donnell, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.8456/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 32768452 · cited by 35
  2. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    John O'Donnell, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.9339/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37599073 · cited by 113
  3. Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    John O'Donnell, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.9980/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 31155995 · cited by 135
  4. European registry analysis of Orthopaedic Surgery outcomes
    John O'Donnell, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.8181/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 36890258 · cited by 101

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 2027
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2027

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 · john.odonnell@euroclinics.example

Location

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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

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Orthopaedic Surgery

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    John O'Donnell specialises in Orthopaedic Surgery in Melbourne, AU. 49 years of clinical experience.

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    John O'Donnell speaks English.

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