Blog - Tag: Surgery


What Makes a Good Surgical Referral? What Makes a Good Surgical Referral?
Discover how to write a surgical referral letter that supports efficient planning and improves patient care. Learn what clinical details, imaging, and functional assessments help surgeons—and explore a clear referral template plus FAQs.
Published at: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
How to Choose Your Orthopaedic Surgeon How to Choose Your Orthopaedic Surgeon
Choosing the right orthopaedic surgeon affects both your recovery and peace of mind. Learn what really matters—from subspecialty expertise and communication to trust, outcomes, and logistics—and get answers to common patient questions.
Published at: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
The Multimorbid Orthopaedic Patient: Staging Referrals and Surgical Priorities The Multimorbid Orthopaedic Patient: Staging Referrals and Surgical Priorities
Discover practical strategies for managing multimorbid orthopaedic patients—optimising referrals, sequencing surgeries, and coordinating multidisciplinary care for better patient outcomes.
Published at: Monday, July 7, 2025
Addressing Patient Fears About Surgery Addressing Patient Fears About Surgery
Fears about surgery are common—but manageable. Learn how to address pain concerns, complications, recovery timelines & when to involve your surgeon for peace of mind.
Published at: Friday, July 4, 2025
Myths About Orthopaedic Surgery Myths About Orthopaedic Surgery
Debunking myths about orthopaedic surgery—recovery times, pain control, risks vs benefits. Get accurate reassurance and expert FAQs from Dr Oliver Khoo.
Published at: Thursday, July 3, 2025
Broken Bones: What Happens If I Need Surgery? Broken Bones: What Happens If I Need Surgery?
Discover what’s involved when you need surgery for a broken bone—covering wrist, hip and ankle fractures, recovery expectations, rehabilitation tips—and gain peace of mind with expert insights from Dr Oliver Khoo, orthopaedic surgeon.
Published at: Wednesday, June 25, 2025