Sportsmed Stepney Healthcare Hub
32 Payneham Road
Stepney SA 5069
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Sportsmed Morphett Vale
118/120 Main South Road
Morphett Vale SA 5162
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Biography
Dr. Thomas Fisher is a highly skilled Orthopaedic surgeon specialising in Foot and Ankle Surgery, with a particular passion for Sports Medicine. He is dedicated to providing exceptional care and expertise to patients in his home state of South Australia. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for helping individuals regain their mobility and quality of life, Dr. Fisher has established himself as a trusted figure in the field of orthopaedic surgery.
Education and Training
From 2016-2020, Dr Fisher completed his orthopaedic training in South Australia & Northern Territory, being awarded fellowships of Australian Orthopaedic Association and Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
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In 2017, Dr. Fisher completed his Master of Philosophy (Surgery) at the Centre for Orthopaedic & Trauma Research, University of Adelaide, South Australia. His thesis, titled "Evaluation of Low-Grade Bacterial Infection of the Intervertebral Disc," showcased his dedication to in-depth research and a thirst for understanding complex orthopaedic issues.
Following his academic accomplishments, Dr. Fisher pursued further specialisation by completing an Orthopaedic Fellowship in 2021, specifically focused on Foot and Ankle Surgery. This intensive training took him to Sydney, where he honed his skills under the mentorship of leading experts in the field.
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Returning Home to Adelaide
With a wealth of knowledge and a deep sense of commitment to his home state, Dr. Fisher has now returned to Adelaide to establish his practice. He is driven by the desire to provide the best possible care to the people of South Australia, offering state-of-the-art treatments and surgical interventions to address a wide range of foot and ankle conditions.
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Dr. Fisher's approach to patient care is marked by compassion, personalised attention, and a dedication to exploring all available treatment options. He understands that every patient is unique, and he strives to create individualised treatment plans that align with each patient's goals and needs.
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A Vision for the Future
Dr. Thomas Fisher is not just a skilled surgeon; he is a healthcare professional with a vision for the future of orthopaedic care in South Australia. His commitment to ongoing research, innovation, and continuous learning ensures that his patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available.
Whether it's a common foot ailment or a complex ankle reconstruction, Dr. Fisher's patients can trust in his expertise and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes. He is not only a specialist in his field but also a caring and compassionate healthcare provider who puts his patients' well-being above all else.
Qualifications
2021
Fellowship, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Limb Lengthening, Lower Limb Reconstruction,
and Osseointegration, Macquarie University Hospital
New South Wales
2021
Fellowship, Australian Orthopaedic Association
2021
Fellowship, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
2016-2020
Orthopaedic Surgical Training, South Australian branch Australian Orthopaedic Association
2017
Master of Philosophy (Surgery), University of Adelaide
2010
Bachelor of Medical Science, University of Melbourne
2010
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, University of Melbourne
Awards & Achievements
2019 – Regional Training Committee Trainee Representative
South Australian Branch Australian Orthopaedic Association.
2014 – RJ Bauze Prize,
Best Paper at South Australian Branch Australian Orthopaedic Association Annual Scientific Meeting
Research Publications
- 2019, Anatomical anterior and posterior reconstruction for scapholunate dissociation -
The restoration of wrist function after injury has been an enduring challenge and reliable reconstructive solutions have been elusive (Garcia-Elias, 2013; Sammer and Shin, 2012).
- 2015, The outcome of pedicle screw instrumentation removal for ongoing low back pain following posterolateral lumbar fusion -
Our aim was to determine whether patients derived benefit from removal of pedicle screw instrumentation for axial pain without other cause using our surgical technique and patient selection.
- 2014, Do bacteria play an important role in the pathogenesis of low back pain? -
Low back pain (LBP) is a common complaint in the adult population causing an enormous economic burden to individuals and communities.
- 2013, Unifying model of carpal mechanics based on computationally derived isometric constraints and rules-based motion – the stable central column theory -
In an attempt to explain carpal mechanics, there have been multiple studies based on detailed empirical observation.
- 2013, Metachondromatosis: more than just multiple osteochondromas -
Metachondromatosis is a rare hereditary disorder involving the formation of enchondromas and osteochondromas, first described by Maroteaux.
Affiliations
Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
Australian Orthopaedic Association
Australian Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Australian Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society