Research and publications.
Beyond the appointments above, Professor Rodda participates in the University of the Sunshine Coast's clinical trials programme and is leading the development of a Graduate Certificate in Anterior Hip Replacement there. He co-authors peer-reviewed research in arthroplasty, most recently on tourniquet-free knee replacement and on the cost of metabolic syndrome in elective surgery.
The full publication list, with DOIs so each paper can be checked at source, is on the research page.
Where he consults and operates.
Consulting. Level 9, Maroochy Private Hospital, 12 Future Way, Maroochydore. (07) 5493 8038, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Operating. Maroochy Private Hospital and Buderim Private Hospital.
See locations for the catchment, and travelling for care if you are coming from interstate or overseas.
How to see him.
If you have a referral, your GP sends it to us and someone will call you within two business days. If you don't have one, you can book directly with our nurse practitioner, in the rooms where possible, or by telehealth if you are regional or interstate, who can assess you, start treatment, and provide a referral to Professor Rodda if you need one. Some people are managed entirely by the nurse practitioner and never need a surgical appointment.
A GP or nurse practitioner referral is what allows you to claim the Medicare rebate on the consultation. Booking your first appointment sets out both routes in full.
Everything the consultation will cost is set out in advance. See fees and informed financial consent and no-gap cover.
What patients ask most.
Who is Professor Daevyd Rodda?
Professor Daevyd Rodda is an Australian orthopaedic surgeon specialising in anterior approach hip replacement and robotic kinematically aligned knee replacement on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. He holds MBBS, Post-Graduate Diploma of Surgical Anatomy, FRACS (Orthopaedic Surgery), and FAOrthA, and is a Professor at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
What does Professor Daevyd Rodda specialise in?
Professor Rodda's practice is limited exclusively to hip and knee replacement surgery, specifically anterior approach total hip replacement and robotic kinematically aligned total knee replacement. He performs over 800 procedures annually.
Where does Professor Daevyd Rodda perform surgery?
Professor Rodda operates primarily at Maroochy Private Hospital in Maroochydore, and also at Buderim Private Hospital. He consults through Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group, Maroochydore.
How do I get a referral to Professor Daevyd Rodda?
If you have a GP referral, it comes straight to us and someone will call you within two business days. If you do not, call the rooms on (07) 5493 8038 and speak with our nurse practitioner, who can see you in person or by telehealth and arrange your appointment with Professor Rodda. A referral is still needed to claim the Medicare rebate on the surgical consultation, and the nurse practitioner can provide it.
What is the anterior approach to hip replacement?
The anterior approach accesses the hip joint from the front, working between muscle groups rather than through them. This preserves surrounding muscle tissue and is associated in published clinical evidence with faster functional recovery compared to traditional posterior approaches.
What is kinematic alignment in knee replacement?
Kinematic alignment is a surgical philosophy that tailors implant positioning to restore each patient's individual knee mechanics, rather than applying a standardised mechanical alignment. Professor Rodda uses robotic assistance to plan and execute this with precision.
Does Professor Rodda see patients from outside the Sunshine Coast?
Yes. Professor Rodda's patient catchment extends well beyond the Sunshine Coast, including Brisbane, Toowoomba, Wide Bay, Fraser Coast, Central Queensland, interstate, and overseas. Referrals are accepted from all GPs.
What hospitals is Professor Rodda affiliated with?
Professor Rodda is the Founding Surgeon Partner and Director of Joint Replacement Surgery at Maroochy Private Hospital, developed by Fortius Hospitals of which he is Founder and Chief Medical Officer. He also operates at Buderim Private Hospital.
This page provides general information about a medical condition and a surgical procedure. It is not individual medical advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified practitioner. Outcomes vary between individuals and all surgery carries risk. A referral is needed for a consultation with Professor Daevyd Rodda; without one, you can start with the practice nurse practitioner, who can provide it.