Orthopaedic Care
DR GORDON SLATER
Dr. Gordon Slater is an internationally recognised orthopaedic surgeon specialising in foot and ankle conditions, sports injuries, and trauma. As one of the first in Australia to adopt Minimally Invasive Techniques, Dr. Slater use advanced procedures that deliver shorter recovery times, less pain, and better results. With numerous publications, editorial roles, and global presentations, he remains a trusted leader in orthopaedic innovation.
Dr Gordon Slater
Dr. Gordon Slater is an internationally recognised orthopaedic surgeon specialising in foot and ankle conditions, sports injuries, and trauma. Holding an MBBS, FRACS (Orth), and Fellowship with the Australian Orthopaedic Association (FAOrthA), he brings decades of expertise to patient care.
A graduate of the University of New South Wales, Dr. Slater completed advanced foot and ankle training at New York’s world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in 1997. He was among the first in Australia to adopt Minimally Invasive Techniques (MIT), offering patients faster recovery, less pain, and improved outcomes.
Widely published and a frequent conference presenter, Dr. Slater has contributed to leading medical texts, served as Associate Editor of Foot and Ankle International, and sits on the Editorial Panel of EC Orthopaedics. His global training and approach continue to set new standards in orthopaedic surgery.
Approach
Dr Slater earned his medical degree from UNSW in 1987 and completed his orthopaedic residency in 1991. He became a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 1997. That same year, he completed advanced foot and ankle training at New York’s Hospital for Special Surgery.
Minimally Invasive Techniques
An early adopter of Minimally Invasive Techniques (MIT) in foot and ankle surgery in Australia, Dr. Slater routinely treats bunions and deformities using MIT. These techniques offer smaller incisions, quicker recovery, less pain, and improved cosmetic results.
Education and Training
Dr. Slater earned his medical degree from UNSW in 1987, completed his orthopaedic residency in 1991, and became a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 1997. That same year, he undertook advanced foot and ankle training at New York’s Hospital for Special Surgery.
Education & Qualifications
Undergraduate
■ The University of NSW, MBBS
(Bachelor of Surgery/Bachelor of Medicine), 1983-87
Post-Graduate
■ Part one: examination of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, 1990
■ Basic AO course, Davos, Switzerland, 1991
■ Advanced AO course, Sydney, Australia, 1992
■ Early Management of Severe Trauma, St George Hospital, 1993
■ American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 1994 & 1995 conferences
■ Part two: Fellowship Royal Australian College of Surgeons (Orthopaedics), 1997
■ Advanced Study in Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, USA, 1997
■ Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (Part 1), Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia, 1998
■ Work Cover: Permanent Impairment Assessment Course, The University of Sydney, 2005.
Continuing Education
■ Annual Australian Foot & Ankle Society Meeting
■ MDAV RISQ assessment course; August 2005 “Missed Diagnosis”
■ Annual MDAV RISQ assessment program 2002-2007 and ongoing
■ Chair APOA: Melbourne, Foot & Ankle
■ Global Foot & Ankle Congress (China)
■ Pending: Editorial Panel member: EC Orthopaedics
Australian Orthopaedic Association: Accredited Training
■ 1992: Wollongong Hospital & Pacific Private Hospital
■ 1993: Sutherland Hospital & Wagga Wagga Hospital
■ 1994: St Vincent’s Hospital & Prince of Wales Hospital
■ 1995: Concord Hospital & St George’s Private Hospital
■ 1988-89: Eastern Health Services, Intern
■ 1989-90: Eastern Health Services, Resident Medical Officer
■ 1990-91: Eastern Health Services, Senior Resident, Orthopaedics
■ 1991-92: Wentworth Area Health, Orthopaedic Registrar
■ 1992: St George’s Hospital, Orthopaedic Resident
Employment
■ 1988-89: Eastern Health Services, Intern
■ 1989-90: Eastern Health Services, Resident Medical Officer
■ 1990-91: Eastern Health Services, Senior Resident, Orthopaedics
■ 1991-92: Wentworth Area Health, Orthopaedic Registrar
■ 1992: St George’s Hospital, Orthopaedic Resident
