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5 Best Orthopedics in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A torn shoulder or a knee that will not hold weight has a way of turning into months of searching for the right orthopedic surgeon in Johannesburg. The practices here have logged 179 Google reviews between them, and every one sits at 4.5 or above, with the top pick just a shade under a perfect score.

Short answer: Dr Naadir Bismilla at Netcare Garden City leads with 4.9 stars across 46 reviews, the most on this page, covering shoulder, knee and trauma surgery. Dr Graeme Moore holds a perfect 5.0 with a focus on sports-related knee injuries. Consultation and surgery costs vary by procedure and medical aid scheme, so confirm pricing and pre-authorization directly with the practice.
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Johannesburg's Orthopedic Surgeons, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Dr Naadir Bismilla Netcare Garden City 4.9 ★ 46 Shoulder & knee surgery View ›
2 Dr E Hoosen 4.8 ★ 43 Hip & knee replacement View ›
3 Dr Bradley Gelbart 4.5 ★ 40 Complex, long-term recovery cases View ›
4 Dr Neil Cable 4.7 ★ 28 Complex arm & shoulder reconstruction View ›
5 Dr Graeme Moore Orthopaedics 5.0 ★ 22 Sports injuries & knee care View ›
5 Best Orthopedics in Johannesburg (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Dr Naadir Bismilla Netcare Garden City logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Dr Naadir Bismilla Netcare Garden City

4.946 Google reviews

Dr Naadir Bismilla practices from Netcare Garden City and specializes in shoulder, knee and trauma surgery. Reviewers describe hip replacements, complex shoulder repairs including a years-old labrum tear, and full shoulder replacements, often crediting his team with handling medical aid claims on the patient's behalf. He runs a broader team alongside him for post-surgical care.

What people praise

  • The most reviews of any orthopedic surgeon on this page
  • Reviewers describe long-unresolved injuries finally repaired successfully
  • Staff described as handling medical aid paperwork for patients
  • Patients report strong recovery outcomes, including a return to heavy lifting

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer described a scheduling and fairness issue with the front desk
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume46 · 97th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The volume and detail in these reviews, including multi-year outcomes, make this the strongest overall pick, though it is worth confirming appointment timing directly given the one scheduling complaint.

Website+27114955278 Directions

35 Bartlett Rd, Mayfair West, Johannesburg, 2092

Dr E Hoosen logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr E Hoosen

4.843 Google reviews

Dr Ebrahim Hoosen is a Johannesburg orthopedic surgeon based at Life Brenthurst Hospital, focused on hip and knee replacement surgery and trauma care. Reviewers describe both routine joint procedures and complex trauma cases, including a femur fracture treated during a visitor's stay in South Africa, who later had the quality of care confirmed by doctors back home.

What people praise

  • Reviewers highlight a calm, reassuring manner during high-stress trauma cases
  • Patients describe fast, effective recovery from meniscus and knee procedures
  • Praised for clear communication and attentiveness to concerns
  • International patients specifically note the standard of trauma care

Worth knowing

  • A smaller review base than the top name on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume43 · 91th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The trauma case reviews in particular stand out for their detail, and the rating holds steady across both routine and complex procedures.

Website+27114840743 Directions

Life Brenthurst Hospital, 7 Park Ln, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193

Dr Bradley Gelbart logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Bradley Gelbart

4.540 Google reviews

Dr Bradley Gelbart runs the Linksfield Knee Clinic in Johannesburg, with reviewers describing knee replacements and lengthy, complex recoveries spanning several months. Several reviews describe daily hospital visits during recovery and coordination for patients traveling long distances back to their hometowns after treatment.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe daily in-hospital visits during recovery
  • Praised for treating each case individually rather than by routine
  • Patients report full knee-replacement recovery in as little as four weeks
  • Long-term patients describe consistent care across years

Worth knowing

  • Reviewers flagged unclear turnaround times for MRI results and callbacks
  • One reviewer described difficulty with front-desk communication
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume40 · 84th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown85% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The long-term recovery stories here are unusually detailed and positive, though the front-desk feedback suggests following up directly if you are waiting on test results.

Website+27114851706 Directions

Suite 303 Linksfield Park Medical Centre, 12th Avenue, Linksfield West, Johannesburg, 2192

Dr Neil Cable logo
#4

Dr Neil Cable

4.728 Google reviews

Dr Neil Cable practices at Netcare Linksfield Hospital and handles shoulder and arm surgery, including complex reconstructions. Reviewers describe both straightforward shoulder operations and a lengthy arm reconstruction following serious trauma, generally praising the surgical outcome even where front-office experience varied.

What people praise

  • Reviewers consistently praise the surgical outcome itself
  • Patients describe full pain relief and restored range of motion after shoulder surgery
  • Handles complex reconstructive cases, not just routine repairs

Worth knowing

  • Multiple reviewers describe poor communication and scheduling from front-office staff
  • No listed website, so confirm details by phone
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume28 · 78th
Confidenceearly
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenessphone
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The surgical results reviewers describe are strong, but the recurring complaints about office communication mean it pays to confirm appointment and billing details directly and in writing.

+27116407672 Directions

Suite 204 Medical Cntr Netcare Linksfield Hosp, 24 12th Ave, Linksfield West, Johannesburg, 2192

Dr Graeme Moore Orthopaedics logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Dr Graeme Moore Orthopaedics

5.022 Google reviews

Dr Graeme Moore is a Rosebank-based orthopedic surgeon with a specific interest in sports-related knee injuries, drawing on his own background as an elite athlete. Reviewers describe fracture repairs, dislocated shoulders and knee procedures, frequently noting that he personally follows up with patients after hours to check on recovery.

What people praise

  • A perfect 5.0 rating across every review on file
  • Reviewers describe personal after-hours follow-up on recovery
  • Praised for explaining treatment plans clearly to anxious parents and patients
  • Responds quickly even for urgent, out-of-hours situations

Worth knowing

  • The smallest and most recent review base on this page, so the track record is still building
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating5 / 5
Review volume22 · 59th
Confidenceearly
Recency12 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The perfect rating and the specific mentions of after-hours follow-up point to an unusually attentive practice, though the newer review base means it is worth weighing alongside the more established names here.

Website+27799439505 Directions

Ste 24, 14 Sturdee Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2193

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the surgeon’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many patients have rated them, ranked against other Johannesburg orthopedic practices. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a score built on dozens of reviews carries more weight than one built on a handful. Recency reflects how recently patients are still leaving reviews. No practice can pay to change these numbers.

What does orthopedic treatment cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Orthopedic surgery costs in Johannesburg vary widely depending on the procedure, the hospital, and your medical aid scheme’s rates and pre-authorization rules. None of the practices above publish fixed pricing, so the most useful step is to get a written quote and confirm your scheme’s coverage before booking.

Serving Johannesburg and the surrounding suburbs

The surgeons above practice across Johannesburg, including Mayfair West, Parktown, Linksfield and Rosebank, giving most residents an option within reach of a major private hospital. Searching for an orthopedic surgeon near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions to the practice.

What to ask before you see an orthopedic surgeon

  • Does the surgeon have specific experience with my type of injury or joint?
  • Which hospital will the procedure be performed at, and is it in my medical aid network?
  • What is the expected recovery timeline for this specific procedure?
  • Will the practice help manage medical aid pre-authorization?
  • What happens if complications arise during recovery?
  • Is a second opinion recommended before committing to surgery?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these orthopedic surgeons?

We started from every orthopedic practice in Johannesburg with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a GP referral to see an orthopedic surgeon in Johannesburg?

Some medical aid schemes require a referral for full cover, so check with your scheme before booking directly with a specialist.

Which of these surgeons handles sports injuries specifically?

Dr Graeme Moore has a stated focus on sports-related knee injuries. The others on this page cover a broader range of joint and trauma cases.

What if I need urgent treatment for a fracture or trauma?

For an acute injury, go to the nearest hospital emergency department first. These listings are for scheduled consultations and planned surgery, not emergency trauma care.

The bottom line

Dr Naadir Bismilla is the safe default on review volume and range of procedures, while Dr Graeme Moore stands out for sports-related knee injuries specifically. Confirm your medical aid’s pre-authorization requirements before booking surgery with any of them.

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