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Prof Simon Platt
Orthopaedic Surgery
English
7,016+
Patients seen
7
Years in practice
7
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Professor Simon Platt is a highly experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in foot and ankle surgery, currently serving at the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service. With over 25 years of orthopaedic experience and over 19 years experience in his specialist field of foot and ankle surgery. Professor Platt is dedicated to providing personalised care tailored to each patient's unique circumstances.
Professor Platt always prioritises conservative treatment whenever possible. He believes in avoiding unnecessary surgeries and always engages in open and transparent discussions with his patients about their treatment options. If surgery is not warranted, he will explore alternative approaches to address the patient's condition effectively.
Professor Platt's specialisation includes a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, such as sports injuries, arthroscopic procedures, and minimally invasive surgeries. He was one of the first surgeons in the UK trained in minimally invasive foot surgery, a skill he has brought to Australia.
Professor Platt graduated from the University of Bristol, UK, in 1993. Prior to specialising in surgery, he spent a year teaching anatomy at the University of Liverpool. In 1999, he began his training as an Orthopaedic Surgeon, which resulted in him being awarded the fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery (FRCS) in 2004. In 2019, he achieved the title of Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS). He therefore one of a few surgeons who holds Fellowship of both the College of Surgeons of England and the Australasian College in Orthopaedic Surgery.
Professor Platt always prioritises conservative treatment whenever possible. He believes in avoiding unnecessary surgeries and always engages in open and transparent discussions with his patients about their treatment options. If surgery is not warranted, he will explore alternative approaches to address the patient's condition effectively.
Professor Platt's specialisation includes a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, such as sports injuries, arthroscopic procedures, and minimally invasive surgeries. He was one of the first surgeons in the UK trained in minimally invasive foot surgery, a skill he has brought to Australia.
Professor Platt graduated from the University of Bristol, UK, in 1993. Prior to specialising in surgery, he spent a year teaching anatomy at the University of Liverpool. In 1999, he began his training as an Orthopaedic Surgeon, which resulted in him being awarded the fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery (FRCS) in 2004. In 2019, he achieved the title of Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS). He therefore one of a few surgeons who holds Fellowship of both the College of Surgeons of England and the Australasian College in Orthopaedic Surgery.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Prof Simon Platt
Education & training
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2009–2015 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2015–2019 Residency · Orthopaedic Surgery
Career & appointments
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2019-09–2020-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 688 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 454 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,734 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,681 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 4 · i10: 7
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Validation of clinical scoring in Orthopaedic Surgery
DOI: 10.4947/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35183821 · cited by 112
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Long-term follow-up of Orthopaedic Surgery across
DOI: 10.9730/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 36109266 · cited by 178
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Validation of clinical scoring in Orthopaedic Surgery
DOI: 10.2902/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38527051 · cited by 124
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
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
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
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.70
- Staff Friendliness
- 4.97
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.85
- Value For Money
- 4.87
- Would Recommend Pct
- 98
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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 · simon.platt@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
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