Dr Alvin Pun
BMedSci, MBBS (Hons), FRACS, FAOrthA
25 years of experience
Melbourne, 3142
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1 connection in healthcare
25 years of experience
Melbourne, 3142
(+1 more)
1 connection in healthcare
About Dr Alvin Pun
Dr Alvin Pun is an Australian and internationally trained spine surgeon, providing care in and around Toorak, East Melbourne, Box Hill, Knox and Mildura.
Dr Pun has completed advanced spine surgical training at multiple distinguished spine centres, including Europe's largest orthopaedic hospital and Asia's leading hospital for spinal care. Dr Pun completed his Australian orthopaedic training, followed by four years of clinical research and subspecialty spine fellowship training (combined neurosurgery and orthopaedic) in Melbourne, Milan, Beijing and London.
Dr Pun's areas of special interest include:
- Surgery of all regions of the spine (cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacrum)
- Minimally invasive spine surgery
- Navigation and robotic spinal surgery
- Degenerative disc disease
- Adult spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis)
- Complex spinal conditions
- Spinal tumours
- Artificial disc replacement
- Sacroiliac joint pathology
Dr Pun collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of physical therapists, exercise physiologists, dietitians, psychologists and pain specialists to provide his patients with holistic and personalised spinal care. He believes in non-operative treatment where possible and is guided by the latest research and evidence.
Dr Pun speaks English and Mandarin.
Subspecialties
- Spinal Surgery
- Bone Tumour Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
AHPRA
No. MED0001186929
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
No. 000001098513
Australian Medical Association
No. 337271
Australian Orthopaedic Association
No. 6029
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
No. 148378
Education
University of Sydney
Medicine
Graduated 2001
Qualifications
Qualifications
BMedSci: Bachelor of Medical Science - The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
MBBS (Hons): Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours, MBBS (Hons) - The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
FRACS: Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons - Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), Australia
FAOrthA: Fellow of the Australian Orthopaedic Association - Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA), Australia
Current Appointments
Board Member (Australia Chapter): Asia Pacific Spine Society (APSS)
Spine Surgeon: Melbourne Spine Studio - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Spine Surgeon: Epworth Richmond - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Honorary Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon: Orthopaedic and Spine Department, Austin Health - Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Mentor: Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) - Australia
Instructor and Reference Group Member Spine & Spinal Impairment Guides Modification Document (Stream 1 & 2): Impairment Assessment Training Australian Medical Association (AMA) Victoria - Victoria, Australia
Languages spoken
- English
- Mandarin
Insurers
- AAMI
- ACA Health
- Ahm
- AIA Vitality
- Apia
- Australian Unity
- Bupa
- CBHS
- CUA Health
- Defence Health
- Doctors’ Health Fund
- Emergency Services Health
- Frank Health Insurance
- GMHBA
- GU Health
- HBF
- HCF
- Health Care Insurance
- Reserve Bank Health Society
- Teachers Health
- Queensland Country Health Fund
- Qantas Assure
- Police Health
- Phoenix Health Fund
- Peoplecare
- Onemedifund
- Nurses & Midwives Health
- Nib
- Navy Health
- Mildura Health Fund
- Medibank
- Myown
- Latrobe Health Services
- Hunter Health Insurance
- HIF
- Health Partners
- RT Health
- Suncorp
- Transport Health
- WorkSafe
- TUH Health Fund
- UniHealth
- Union Health
- Westfund
- Medicare
- Australian Retirement Trust
- Aware Super
- Australian Ethical
- QSuper
- Virgin Money
- Spirit Super
- TWUSUPER
Locations
Melbourne Spine Studio
1039 Malvern Rd, Toorak, Melbourne, Australia, 3142
Opening hours
Facilities
Opening hours
Facilities
Epworth Freemasons East Melbourne
320 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia, 3002
Reviews
Excellent, he is very professional and his staff where a pleasure to deal with.
waiting room wait time was longer than expected but was alleviated by time and effect given during time spent with Dr Pun.
Dr Pun listened to me, he didn't rush and I felt relaxed, I was able to explain my problem, and in turn he suggested and explained the treatment that was needed.
Alvin believes in the patient having the best experience possible. Be this through timely appointments, follow-ups via zoom or email, and clear and concise planning on the procedure/course of treatment one will undergo.
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FAQ
What are Dr Alvin Pun's reviews like?
Dr Alvin Pun's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 25 reviews.
What languages does Dr Alvin Pun speak?
Dr Alvin Pun speaks English and Mandarin
Where is Dr Alvin Pun located?
Dr Alvin Pun primarily practices at Melbourne Spine Studio, located at 1039 Malvern Rd, Toorak, Melbourne, Australia, 3142
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What are Dr Alvin Pun working hours?
Dr Alvin Pun is working Monday (09:00 - 17:00), Tuesday (09:00 - 17:00), Wednesday (09:00 - 17:00), Thursday (09:00 - 17:00), Friday (09:00 - 17:00)
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