Dr Craig Solomon is an Orthopaedic Surgeon practising at Mediclinic Cape Gate Hospital and its Day Clinic in Brackenfell. Moreover, he brings over two decades of musculoskeletal expertise to every consultation. He graduated with an MBChB from Stellenbosch University in 2001 and earned a BSc (Hons) in Sports Medicine in 2005, underpinning his skill in treating athletic injuries.
Furthermore, Dr Solomon completed his specialist training with a Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery (FC Orth (SA)) in 2010. Then, in 2011, he undertook a 12-month fellowship at the Royal Gwent and St Woolos Hospitals in Wales, focusing on primary and complex hip replacements. Consequently, he pioneered South Africa’s first robotic joint-replacement programme in 2016, enhancing surgical precision for hip and knee arthroplasty.
Outside the operating theatre, he contributes to community trauma outreach and maintains resilience through trail running and mountain biking. Meanwhile, his research on implant longevity appears in peer-reviewed journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing orthopaedic care.
Services
Primary Hip Replacement – conventional and minimally invasive approaches with patient-matched implants
Complex Revision Hip Surgery – management of prosthesis failure, bone loss, and soft-tissue reconstruction
Primary Knee Replacement – customised implants and alignment protocols to restore function and comfort
Robotic-Assisted Arthroplasty – CORI robotic platform for enhanced accuracy in hip and knee procedures
Revision Knee Surgery – correction of implant wear, malalignment, and peri-prosthetic complications
Trauma & Fracture Care – fixation of pelvic, acetabular, femoral, tibial, and peri-articular breaks
Sports-Injury Surgery – ACL/PCL reconstruction, meniscal repair, cartilage restoration, and tendon transfers
Osteotomy for Malalignment – femoral and tibial realignment to offload arthritic compartments
Pelvic & Proximal Femur Procedures – osteotomies, fixation techniques, and congenital deformity correction
Hardware Removal – elective extraction of old plates, screws, and nails with minimally invasive techniques
Arthroscopic Surgery – keyhole diagnostics and repairs for hip, knee, and shoulder pathologies
Peri-prosthetic Infection Management – debridement, staged implant exchange, and targeted antibiotic delivery
Each procedure utilises state-of-the-art digital imaging, computer-navigated planning stations, and 3D-printed surgical guides to optimise outcomes.
Additional Information
Mediclinic Cape Gate features dedicated orthopaedic theatres equipped with image-intensifier fluoroscopy, robotic platforms, and advanced peri-operative monitoring. Furthermore, the hospital employs Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to reduce hospital stays and accelerate rehabilitation.
A secure digital patient portal enables online appointment scheduling, prehabilitation exercise programs, and direct messaging with Dr Solomon’s team. Consequently, patients enjoy streamlined communication and clear guidance throughout their journey.
Moreover, each care plan is co-created with a multidisciplinary team of physiotherapists, pain-management specialists, occupational therapists, and dietitians. In addition, multilingual staff provide consultations in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa, ensuring clear communication.
Dr Solomon’s patient-first philosophy emphasises informed decision-making, personalised rehabilitation strategies, and active family involvement. Therefore, schedule a consultation today to regain mobility and return to your active lifestyle with expert, compassionate orthopaedic care.
