Orthopaedic knee & hip clinic — Queensland
See a knee and hip specialist within a week of your referral, not months.
Most referred patients are seen within a week, depending on Dr. Kosh's surgical schedule.
Whether it's arthritis, a sports injury, or you're not sure yet, Dr. Kosh and the team at Queensland Lower Limb Clinic can see you fast, once you have a referral.
Long wait times for a specialist can mean more pain, more time off what you love, and more uncertainty. Whether you're dealing with arthritis or a sports injury, waiting months for answers shouldn't be the only option.
How it works
A clear referral pathway, in three steps
Step 1
Reach out to our team with your details.
Step 2
We help you understand what a referral from your GP needs to say.
Step 3
Once your referral is in place, we get you in to see Dr. Kosh within a week.
About the specialist
Why patients choose Dr. Kosh
A/Prof Kaushik Hazratwala (Dr. Kosh) is an orthopaedic surgeon who super-specialises in adult hip and knee reconstruction, sports injury surgery and complex lower limb trauma. Based in Townsville for more than 15 years, he is the most senior orthopaedic consultant at Townsville University Hospital and Director of the Queensland Lower Limb Clinic, consulting from the Mater Medical Centre in Townsville.
His approach is education first: you'll leave a consultation understanding your diagnosis, the non-surgical options available, and what surgery would and wouldn't achieve — so any decision is yours, made with clear information.
- First orthopaedic surgeon appointed Clinical Associate Professor at James Cook University (2019)
- Co-Director of the Orthopaedic Research Institute of Queensland, running Queensland's only regional arthroplasty fellowship
- Author of 40+ peer-reviewed articles and free educational videos explaining common knee and hip conditions
Who we help
Two kinds of knees and hips, one standard of care
Joint pain and arthritis
If stairs, gardening, or a full night's sleep have become harder than they used to be, that is worth assessing properly. We explain what your X-rays actually show, what can be managed without surgery, and when a hip or knee replacement is genuinely the right step. Family members are welcome at every appointment.
Sports and active injuries
ACL ruptures, meniscal tears, cartilage damage, and unstable knees need a timely and accurate diagnosis, so rehabilitation can start on the right footing. We map out a realistic return to sport plan, whether that is club football, running, or simply getting back to training.
Clinical imaging
What the imaging shows, explained plainly
Before
After
Left hip resurfacing: pre-operative view and post-operative ceramic-on-ceramic implant.
Before
After
Knee replacement: pre-operative view and post-operative implant alignment.
Imaging is shown for educational purposes only. Findings and results vary between patients and are not a prediction of any individual outcome.
Physiotherapy and rehab are already included
For patients with private health extras cover, physiotherapy and rehabilitation carry no additional out-of-pocket cost with us — they are part of the surgical package rather than something billed separately afterwards. Your recovery program is planned with the same team that performs your surgery, so nothing falls between the cracks.
Leave your details and our team will help you get started
Please note: Dr. Kosh handles each case personally. Availability is limited by his surgical schedule, so we recommend reaching out early.
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