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Dr David Melsom
Orthopaedic Surgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Dr David Melsom
Dr. David Melsom is a highly skilled Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Brisbane, Australia, specialising in hand and upper limb surgery. Dr. Melsom's professional focus includes microsurgery, trauma reconstruction, and joint replacements He graduated from the University of London in 1990 with a degree in immunology, laying the foundation for his medical career. Subsequently, he earned his medical degree from the University of Bristol, UK. In 1998, Dr. Melsom completed a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, further honing his surgical skills, he obtained his FRCS (Tr & Orth) in 2004. Dr. Melsom has completed fellowships at several renowned centres, including Pulvertaft Hand Centre in Derby, UK, Hand fellowship in Nottingham, UK, and Upper limb Fellowship at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Australia. He was also awarded the Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2010, a testament to his exceptional skills and knowledge in his field. Currently, Dr. Melsom holds the position of Director of Orthopaedics at Ipswich General Hospital, where he continues to make valuable contributions to the field of orthopaedic surgery. His professional memberships include organisations such as the Queensland Hand Surgery Society, Queensland Shoulder Society, British Surgery Society of the Hand, and the Australian Medical Association, among others. Through his dedicated work and passion for improving the lives of patients with hand and upper limb conditions, Dr. David Melsom has established himself as a leading Orthopaedic Surgeon in Brisbane, renowned for his expertise and commitment to providing high-quality care.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·
#-35323
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
#EB-4980C299
Renewal due 2030
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
Generali Healthcare
2,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2009–2015
MD · Medicine and Surgery
UAB Barcelona
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2015–2019
Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
Universidad de Navarra
Career & appointments
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2019-09–2020-08
Junior consultant
UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Orthopaedic Surgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
245 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
995 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
1,923 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
1,164 |
Patient reviews
See all 21"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
Awards
- Top-rated Orthopaedic Surgery — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
- Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2020
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2020
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2020
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · david.melsom@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 3 · i10: 8
Selected publications
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Long-term follow-up of Orthopaedic Surgery across
DOI: 10.9653/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 85
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Validation of clinical scoring in Orthopaedic Surgery
DOI: 10.5702/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 31
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Invited talks
- Practical updates in Orthopaedic Surgery · European Annual Congress (Orthopaedic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Orthopaedic Surgery · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Dr David Melsom
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Dr David Melsom is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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