36 years of experience
Sunshine Coast, 4575
About Dr. Gerard Bourke
Dr. Gerard Bourke is an Australian trained Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialisation in Foot, Ankle, and Knee surgery. He graduated from the University of Melbourne Medical School in 1989.
Following his medical degree, Dr Bourke continued his education and training, achieving graduation from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons with a focus on Orthopaedics in 1999. He pursued further specialisation by completing a Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery.
To enhance his expertise, Dr Bourke gained valuable experience through international fellowships and courses in the United States. He trained under renowned experts in the field, including Dr Ted Hanson in Seattle, Dr Mark Myerson in Baltimore, Dr James Brodsky in Dallas and Dr Tom Clanton in Houston. This international exposure provided him with diverse perspectives and advanced techniques in foot and ankle surgery.
Dr Bourke has completed various advanced courses to further develop his skills. These courses include Ilizarov Deformity Correction, Taylor Spatial Frame Instructional Course and Baltimore Limb Deformity Correction.
He is affiliated with several professional organisations, including the Australian Orthopaedic Association, the Royal College of Australasian Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (as an international member) and the Australian Foot and Ankle Society.
Dr Bourke also has a particular interest in biomechanics and gait analysis. He specialises in pressure studies using in-shoe pedobarography.
Subspecialties
- Trauma Surgery
- Sports Injury
- Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Knee Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
AHPRA
No. MED0001142282
Education
University of Melbourne
Medicine
Graduated 1989
Qualifications
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Australia
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Australia, 1989
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- AAMI
- ACA Health
- Ahm
- AIA Vitality
- Apia
- Australian Unity
- Bupa
- CUA Health
- Defence Health
- CBHS
- Frank Health Insurance
- Emergency Services Health
- Doctors’ Health Fund
- GMHBA
- GU Health
- Medibank
- Myown
- Latrobe Health Services
- UniHealth
- Health Care Insurance
- HBF
- HCF
- Reserve Bank Health Society
- Teachers Health
- Queensland Country Health Fund
- Peoplecare
- Police Health
- Onemedifund
- Navy Health
- Mildura Health Fund
- Nurses & Midwives Health
- Phoenix Health Fund
- Qantas Assure
- Nib
- HIF
- Health Partners
- RT Health
- Suncorp
- Transport Health
- TUH Health Fund
- Union Health
- Westfund
- Medicare
Fees
New appointment
A$290Follow-up appointment
A$120
Locations
Sunshine Coast Orthopaedics
Suite 506, Pulse Building, 11 Eccles Boulevard, Birtinya, Sunshine Coast, Australia, 4575
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr. Gerard Bourke consistently maintains a helpful interaction style with patients. Patients commend the efficient booking processes and the highly supportive nature of the reception staff. The clear provision of information, alongside a focus on overall service excellence, frequently ensures a very positive patient journey.
Dr Bourke has always been professional, understanding and patient of my concerns and has explained all procedures with clarity. His preparedness to make himself available has been truly beyond my expectations.
Very thorough in explaining procedure. Was warm and welcoming.
Everything went well. All staff were great. Dr Bourke gave good explanation of surgery.
Dr Bourke is easy to speak to and listens to concerns. His instruction printout is very informative.
Excellent Service from Dr Bourke and Kelli. Very clear instructions and prompt responses. So impressed.
Rang me personally after lodging referral, fitted me in between operations for review and plaster this was so i didn't have to wait over the weekend and public holiday without treatment, and was 2 days after rupturing my Achilles. Could not fault
My visit to Dr Bourke was a very relaxed, informative and professional experience. His office manager, Kelly was very helpful, very capable and a pleasure to deal with.
this was my first visit to this Dr. I chose him after reading reviews. he was very professional and clear explaining what needed to be done. his feed seem very reasonable. I haven't had the procedure yet so cannot comment on the outcome.
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Dr. Gerard Bourke's overall patient rating is 4.91 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 74 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Gerard Bourke speak?
Dr. Gerard Bourke speaks English
Where is Dr. Gerard Bourke located?
Dr. Gerard Bourke primarily practices at Sunshine Coast Orthopaedics, located at Suite 506, Pulse Building, 11 Eccles Boulevard, Birtinya, Sunshine Coast, Australia, 4575
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What are Dr. Gerard Bourke working hours?
Dr. Gerard Bourke is working Monday (08:30 - 16:30), Tuesday (08:30 - 16:30), Wednesday (08:30 - 16:30), Thursday (08:30 - 16:30), Friday (08:30 - 12:30)
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