Dr Lipalo Mokete – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Fourways

Dr Lipalo Mokete – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Fourways

Dr Lipalo Mokete is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon based at Life Fourways Hospital. Moreover, he specialises in hip and knee reconstructive surgery, offering patients cutting-edge techniques and compassionate care. He earned his MB ChB from the University of Cape Town in 1994 and, subsequently, completed dual FRCS fellowships in Edinburgh and England by 1999. Furthermore, he attained FCOrth(SA) in 2004 and a prestigious Lower Limb Reconstruction Fellowship at the University of Western Ontario in 2006.

After qualifying, Dr Mokete served as an examiner for the College of Medicine of South Africa. Consequently, he contributes to national training standards in orthopaedics. Additionally, he holds the office of Secretary of the South African Arthroplasty Society, through which he lectures on advanced joint replacement techniques. He pioneered robotic-assisted joint replacement in Africa and maintains certification on both MAKO® and NAVIO® platforms. As a result, he delivers precision implant positioning, reduced recovery times, and excellent functional outcomes.

Services

Dr Mokete provides a comprehensive range of arthroplasty and reconstructive procedures, each tailored to individual needs:

• Total Hip Replacement (THR): Anterior minimally invasive approach for less pain and faster mobilization.

• Revision Hip Surgery: Management of implant loosening, wear, and periprosthetic infection.

• Total Knee Replacement (TKR): Computer-assisted and robotic-assisted techniques for accurate alignment.

• Partial Knee Replacement: Patient-specific implants that preserve healthy bone and ligaments.

• Revision Knee Surgery: Complex reconstructions for failed or infected knee arthroplasties.

• Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement: MAKO® and NAVIO® platforms to enhance precision.

• Periprosthetic Infection Management: Debridement, targeted antibiotic protocols, and staged implant exchange.

• Patient-Specific Instrumentation: 3D preoperative planning and custom guides for optimal implant fit.

• Early Mobilisation Programs: Integrated physiotherapy protocols starting on the first postoperative day.

• Musculoskeletal Injury Treatment: Fracture fixation and soft-tissue repair using modern fixation devices.

Additional Information

Life Fourways Hospital features state-of-the-art operating theatres equipped with high-definition imaging and navigation systems. Additionally, the facility houses a dedicated robotics suite and a comfortable postoperative recovery lounge. Consequently, patients benefit from streamlined care pathways and minimal delays between evaluation and surgery.

Dr Mokete leads a multidisciplinary team of orthopaedic nurse coordinators, physiotherapists, and pain management specialists. They collaborate to craft personalised preoperative education, nutritional counselling, and telehealth follow-ups. Moreover, the team organises regular patient seminars on joint health, rehabilitation strategies, and long-term implant care.

Furthermore, the practice offers community outreach workshops and online resources to support patient education. Finally, if you seek expert orthopaedic care—backed by advanced technology and a high-touch patient experience—schedule a consultation today for personalised treatment and lasting mobility.