Trust score 8/100
Dr Keat Ooi
👤 6 years of experience
10,229+
Patients seen
6
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Mr Keat Ooi is a consultant orthopaedic and spine surgeon at Austin Health, as well as a private practitioner. He is available to provide consultations with patients and also operates at Epworth, Warringal, and Knox Private Hospitals.
He specialises in spine surgery with a special interest in robotic spinal surgery. He believes in providing high-quality, personalised care to his patients. He uses the latest techniques and technologies available in his field including robotic and navigation technology. He also believes in involving patients in every aspect of their treatment so that they are in full control of their medical care.
Mr Ooi earned his medical degree in 2005 from the University of Melbourne. He continued his orthopaedic surgery training at the Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) in Victoria and Tasmania before receiving his fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2017. He has a keen interest in spine diseases and went on to undertake the AOA Clinical and Research Fellowship in Spinal Surgery at Austin Health and the Combined Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Spinal Fellowship at Macquarie University Hospital in New South Wales.
In addition to his clinical work, Mr Ooi also teaches orthopaedic trainees and medical students at the University of Melbourne.
He is a member of the Australian Orthopaedic Association and the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Mr Ooi consults with patients across Melbourne. See below his locations.
Epworth Richmond, Level 7, Suite 7.5. 32 Erin Street, Richmond. 3121.
Knox Private Hospital, 262 Mountain Highway, Wantirna, 3152
Heidelberg, Level 5/10 Martin Street, 3084
He specialises in spine surgery with a special interest in robotic spinal surgery. He believes in providing high-quality, personalised care to his patients. He uses the latest techniques and technologies available in his field including robotic and navigation technology. He also believes in involving patients in every aspect of their treatment so that they are in full control of their medical care.
Mr Ooi earned his medical degree in 2005 from the University of Melbourne. He continued his orthopaedic surgery training at the Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) in Victoria and Tasmania before receiving his fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2017. He has a keen interest in spine diseases and went on to undertake the AOA Clinical and Research Fellowship in Spinal Surgery at Austin Health and the Combined Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Spinal Fellowship at Macquarie University Hospital in New South Wales.
In addition to his clinical work, Mr Ooi also teaches orthopaedic trainees and medical students at the University of Melbourne.
He is a member of the Australian Orthopaedic Association and the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Mr Ooi consults with patients across Melbourne. See below his locations.
Epworth Richmond, Level 7, Suite 7.5. 32 Erin Street, Richmond. 3121.
Knox Private Hospital, 262 Mountain Highway, Wantirna, 3152
Heidelberg, Level 5/10 Martin Street, 3084
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Keat Ooi
Education & training
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2010–2016 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2016–2020 Residency · Spinal Surgery
Career & appointments
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2020-09–2021-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Spinal Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,715 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,805 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 653 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,010 |
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 | 30 min | in_clinic | 450.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 180.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 10 · i10: 6
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Validation of clinical scoring in Spinal Surgery
DOI: 10.7141/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 36629079 · cited by 131
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Long-term follow-up of Spinal Surgery across AU
DOI: 10.7795/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 34564742 · cited by 57
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Spinal Surgery European Annual Congress (Spinal Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Spinal Surgery National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Spinal Surgery — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2021
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2021
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2021
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Spinal Surgery
- Awareness When should you see a spinal surgery?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · keat.ooi@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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What does Keat Ooi specialise in?
Keat Ooi specialises in Spinal Surgery in Melbourne, AU. 19 years of clinical experience.
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What conditions does Keat Ooi treat?
Keat Ooi treats conditions within Spinal Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
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Where does Keat Ooi practise?
Keat Ooi practises in Melbourne, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
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What languages does Keat Ooi speak?
Keat Ooi speaks English, Malay.
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