GRIP Hand, Wrist & Reconstructive Surgery

GRIP Hand & Wrist Surgery is a specialist private practice dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of hand, wrist and forearm conditions in adult and paediatric patients. Based within Eastwood Private Hospital in Adelaide, the practice provides consultations, day surgery and inpatient procedures in one location, with access to on-site radiology, pathology and rehabilitation services. The clinic follows a multidisciplinary model, combining surgical expertise with integrated hand therapy to support both conservative management and postoperative recovery.

The practice is led by Dr Paul van Minnen, Dr Nicholas Smith and Dr Kyra Sierakowski. All three surgeons have advanced fellowship training in hand and wrist surgery endorsed by the Australian Hand Surgery Society and practise exclusively in this field. Their clinical work includes both routine and complex cases, with a focus on restoring function, mobility and quality of life.

GRIP Hand & Wrist Surgery manages a broad range of conditions affecting the upper limb, including carpal tunnel syndrome, Dupuytren’s disease, fractures, ganglion cysts, tendon injuries, nerve compression syndromes, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, trigger finger, TFCC injuries, congenital hand differences and sports-related wrist problems. Treatment options include non-surgical care where appropriate, such as splinting, hand therapy, injections and rehabilitation programmes, alongside specialist surgical procedures tailored to individual needs.

The surgical services offered by the practice include wrist arthroscopy, tendon reconstruction, nerve reconstruction, joint replacement, carpal tunnel release, partial and total wrist fusion, distal radioulnar joint surgery, scar revision, microvascular soft tissue reconstruction and revision hand surgery. Through its integrated approach and dedicated sub-specialist focus, the clinic provides comprehensive hand and wrist care from initial assessment through to recovery and long-term management.