Dr
Dr Gregory Etherington
Orthopaedic Surgery
About
After completing his medical degree at the University of Sydney in 1984, he pursued a Masters' degree in Biomedical Engineering before specialising in Orthopaedic Surgery. Further training in the United Kingdom honed his skills in scoliosis surgery. He established his practice in Sydney before relocating to Melbourne in 2011.
As a consultant spine surgeon at The Alfred Hospital, Dr Etherington actively participates in clinical meetings, outpatient clinics, and operating theatre sessions. He also provides a vital on-call service for severe spinal injuries at The Alfred. In his private practice, he exclusively focuses on spinal surgery, covering a broad range of conditions, including disc prolapse, spinal stenosis, tumours, and instability. He operates on the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, with his main area of specialisation being scoliosis surgery. His special interests include Spinal Deformity, Tumours, Cervical Spine Disorders, Infections, Inflammatory Arthritis, Revision Spine Surgery, and Degenerative Problems.
Dr Etherington's approach prioritises non-surgical treatment options, resorting to surgery when necessary. He ensures his patients receive the latest evidence-based procedures for optimal outcomes. With a passion for patient care, Dr Etherington excels in communication, thoroughly explaining conditions and treatment options to empower patients in their decision-making.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Gregory Etherington
Education & training
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2008–2014 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2014–2018 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
Career & appointments
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2018-09–2019-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
Board certifications
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 1,301 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 2,731 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,931 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,372 |
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 | 720.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 90 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 4
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Long-term follow-up of Orthopaedic Surgery across
DOI: 10.6084/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30469755 · cited by 45
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Validation of clinical scoring in Orthopaedic Surgery
DOI: 10.8620/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 33302516 · cited by 119
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Orthopaedic Surgery European Annual Congress (Orthopaedic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Orthopaedic Surgery National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
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 2019
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2019
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2019
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.75
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.00
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.90
- Value For Money
- 4.92
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
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 · gregory.etherington.1@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global