Hand fractures are often complicated injuries that require specialist care. We can arrange fast tracked expert surgery to help your treatment and recovery.
Hand anatomy and fractures
We use our hands to interact with the world around us in intricate and precise ways. This means that hand anatomy is particularly complicated. Movements in the hand are incredibly precise, so misaligned fractures or inappropriate splinting can result in permanent impairment of hand function.
Plastic Surgeons and hand surgery
Hand surgery is an important part of Plastic Surgery. Plastic Surgeons are involved in hand surgery because of the complexity of the anatomy in the area. Dr Kotronakis and Dr Sanki have performed thousands of operations on hand injuries. They have specialist credentials in this type of surgery. They deal with fractures of the metacarpals and finger bones.
Fast tracked care
All but the simplest had fractures should be treated by a specialist. This can mean a frustrating wait in hospital waiting for an operating theatre. Southern Aesthetic Plastic Surgery can fast track your care and ensure that you have your operation at a private hospital as conveniently and quickly as possible. Just call our office on 9588 2494 so that we can arrange that care.
Workers Compensation and work related injuries
Work related hand injuries are very common. Employees injured at work are entitled to care at private hospitals, which can mean faster treatment, with less frustrating wait than that encountered at busy public hospitals. Southern Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is experienced in organising fast tracked approvals for emergency workers compensation hand surgery. Our track record means that we have arrangements with hospitals in the south of Sydney that speed up your progress to surgery. We are also experienced in liaising with insurance companies and nominated treating doctors so that your recovery and rehabilitation are as smooth as possible.
Training
Dr Ilias Kotronakis is a fully qualified Australian trained Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. He is a native of Sydney, and received his medical degree with first class Honours from the University of Sydney. He went on to complete his internship, residency and registrarship at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Dr Kotronakis undertook intensive training in general and Plastic Surgery in Sydney for ten years. After he attained his full qualifications he underwent further training in microsurgery at Charing Cross Hospital in London, in association with the Imperial College of Medicine.
Qualifications
Dr Kotronakis has trained to the highest standards attainable, so you can be sure of his qualifications. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons specialising in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (FRACS Plast). FRACS is the standard qualification required in Australia to perform surgery in private and public hospitals, and is the only plastic surgery qualification recognised by the Australian Medical Council. Dr Kotronakis is also a member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). ASPS in the peak Plastic Surgery body in Australia. He is also an International Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery.
The qualifications that Dr Kotronakis holds mean that he is well trained and has passed rigorous assessment and examination processes. They also mean that he has a commitment to continued education and training. Attending local, national and international conferences and workshops multiple times each year ensures his continued professional development. This means he can advise you of the safest and best treatment available.
Appointments
Dr Kotronakis has extensive experience in sophisticated Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is appointed as a specialist surgeon at Royal Prince Alfred and St George Hospitals. Both are major teaching hospitals. Dr Kotronakis trains registrars in Plastic Surgery at these Hospitals. He is also appointed as a specialist Plastic Surgeon at St George Private Hospital, Kareena Private Hospital and a number of other fully accredited Hospitals. This means that your care is always undertaken in the safest and most comfortable environment.