Born and raised in Perth, Western Australia, Sam completed his medical education at the University of Notre Dame in Fremantle, earning degrees in BBioMedSc and MBBS. His professional path has taken him to renowned institutions both locally and internationally, shaping his expertise and passion for orthopaedics.
Sam values providing holistic, personalised care, staying abreast of evidence-based treatments, and adopting a multi-disciplinary approach to patient recovery. He has had the privilege of honing his skills in esteemed international settings, including Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland, Oregon, and BC Kids in Vancouver, Canada, under the guidance of world-renowned orthopaedic professionals.
Sam returns after completing his fellowships at Queensland Children’s Hospital and Brisbane Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Centre (BOSMC). His specialised areas encompass Sports Knee surgery for both adults and children, joint preservation around the knee, meniscal and chondral surgery, patellofemoral joint instability, limb reconstruction for adults and kids, hip and knee arthroplasty, and trauma care.
With extensive experience in sports orthopaedics, he has had the privilege of working with, and operating on, elite athletes from renowned teams such as the Brisbane Lions (AFL), Brisbane Broncos (NRL), Redcliffe Dolphins (NRL), Queensland Reds (Super Rugby), and Queensland Firebirds (Netball). His expertise in treating high- performance athletes ensures that each patient receives the highest standard of care, tailored to meet the demanding needs of professional sports.
As a member of the Australian Orthopaedic Association, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, and Australian Paediatric Orthopaedic Society, Sam stays connected with the latest advancements in orthopaedics.
