Dr Tim Pikor – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Morningside

Dr Tim Pikor – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Morningside

Dr Tim Pikor is a highly skilled orthopaedic surgeon at Intercare Sandton Day Hospital in Morningside. He earned his MBBCh at the University of the Witwatersrand and completed his specialist training—earning FC Orth (SA)—with registrar rotations at Chris Hani Baragwanath, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg, and Helen Joseph Hospitals Dr Tim Pikor. Furthermore, he developed a sub‑specialist interest in hand and upper‑limb surgery, gaining expertise in both trauma and elective cases. Consequently, he blends rigorous academic training with years of practical experience.

Early in his career, Dr Pikor served as a consultant at Netcare Rosebank Hospital, where he refined wrist arthroscopy and microvascular reconstructions. Moreover, he participates in local and international workshops, ensuring his techniques remain cutting‑edge. As a result, patients benefit from both innovative procedures and compassionate care. Above all, he values clear communication and shared decision‑making, so every individual understands their diagnosis and treatment plan.

Services

Dr Pikor offers a comprehensive suite of hand and upper‑limb services, each tailored to restore function and relieve pain:

• Carpal Tunnel Decompression
  He releases the median nerve via a minimally invasive approach. Consequently, patients regain grip strength rapidly.

• Trigger Finger Release
  He performs both percutaneous and open techniques to free the flexor tendon and eliminate painful locking.

• Dupuytren’s Contracture Treatment
  He treats fibrous cords in the palm with needle aponeurotomy or fasciectomy, restoring finger extension.

• Wrist Arthroscopy
  He diagnoses and manages ligament tears, synovitis, and intra‑articular fractures using high‑definition scopes.

• Tendon and Nerve Repair
  He microsurgically reconstructs tendon lacerations and peripheral nerve injuries, optimizing both speed and precision.

• Thumb Carpometacarpal Arthroplasty
  He relieves basal‑joint arthritis with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition, preserving pinch strength.

• Fracture Fixation
  He stabilises distal radius, scaphoid, and phalangeal fractures with locking plates and percutaneous screws for early mobilization.

• Joint Replacement
  He offers small‑joint arthroplasty for end‑stage arthritis, using implants designed for durability and range of motion.

Each procedure unfolds in laminar‑flow theatres outfitted with digital fluoroscopy and microsurgical instruments. Moreover, Dr Pikor collaborates with specialised therapists to deliver seamless rehabilitation.

Additional Information

Intercare Sandton Day Hospital provides an integrated orthopaedic suite with on‑site radiography, ultrasound, and physiotherapy facilities. Therefore, patients enjoy quick diagnostics and coordinated care under one roof. In addition, Dr Pikor hosts quarterly patient seminars on hand‑injury prevention and post‑operative exercises. These interactive sessions empower attendees with practical self‑management skills.

Furthermore, he offers tele‑consultations for follow‑up reviews. As a result, busy professionals and clients from outside Gauteng maintain continuity of care without repeated travel. Importantly, Dr Pikor leads regular case‑review meetings, collaborating with anaesthetists, radiologists, and occupational therapists to refine treatment pathways. Consequently, each care plan benefits from collective expertise.

Committed to innovation, Dr Pikor contributes to peer‑reviewed research on tendon healing and nerve regeneration. He also mentors orthopaedic registrars through hands‑on microsurgical workshops. Therefore, he helps shape future leaders in upper‑limb surgery.

If you need specialised hand or upper‑limb treatment—delivered with precision, empathy, and state‑of‑the‑art technology—schedule a consultation with Dr Tim Pikor at Intercare Sandton Day Hospital today. Begin your journey toward restored function and lasting well‑being.