Dr Leith Stewart – Orthopaedic Hip & Knee Specialist – Claremont

Dr Leith Stewart – Orthopaedic Hip & Knee Specialist – Claremont

Dr Leith Stewart is a renowned orthopaedic hip & knee specialist practising at The Hip and Knee Surgeons in Claremont. He holds a BSc in Chemistry and Applied Mathematics from the University of Natal and completed his MBChB at Stellenbosch University. Thereafter, he specialised in orthopaedics at the University of Cape Town, graduating in 1993 The Hip and Knee Surgeons.

Soon after, Dr Stewart pursued further training in Exeter under Dr Graham Gie, first as a fellow and then as a consultant, honing advanced techniques in hip and knee surgery. Today, he brings over 27 years of private‑practice expertise to his patients. He treats a wide spectrum of conditions—from sports injuries and osteoarthritis to complex joint deformities and revision surgery. Moreover, he has a special interest in hip resurfacing, offering this bone‑conserving alternative to total hip replacement The Hip and Knee Surgeons.

Above all, Dr Stewart combines scientific rigor with genuine compassion. He explains each procedure clearly, ensuring that patients feel empowered to make informed decisions. Consequently, individuals trust him to deliver personalised solutions that restore function and improve quality of life.

Services

Dr Stewart provides an extensive suite of hip and knee services, each performed with precision and the latest technology:

• Hip Arthroscopy
  Employing minimally invasive, keyhole techniques to treat femoroacetabular impingement, labral tears, and early cartilage damage The Hip and Knee Surgeons.

• Hip Resurfacing
  Offering ReCerf® Ceramic‑on‑Ceramic and Birmingham Hip Resurfacing, which preserve bone and suit younger, active patients.

• Total Hip Replacement
  Performing both cemented and cementless arthroplasty with a focus on muscle‑sparing approaches to shorten recovery time.

• Revision Hip Arthroplasty
  Managing failed or infected replacements using custom implants and bone‑grafting techniques to restore anatomy.

• Knee Arthroscopy
  Addressing meniscal tears, cartilage lesions, and ligament injuries through outpatient, keyhole surgery.

• Total Knee Replacement
  Utilising computer‑assisted alignment and patient‑matched instrumentation for optimal implant positioning and longevity.

• Revision Knee Arthroplasty
  Correcting implant failures and complex deformities with modular components and soft‑tissue balancing.

• Complex Deformity Correction
  Treating congenital or post‑traumatic hip and knee deformities via osteotomies and guided reconstruction.

Each service leverages state‑of‑the‑art laminar‑flow theatres, high‑definition imaging, and a dedicated multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care.

Additional Information

At The Hip and Knee Surgeons, Dr Stewart works within a specialised orthopaedic unit equipped for clean, high‑precision surgery. Moreover, he collaborates closely with physiotherapists, radiologists, and anaesthetists to deliver cohesive, patient‑centred care.

Importantly, he leads preoperative seminars that prepare patients for surgery and recovery. These sessions cover pain‑management strategies, rehabilitation protocols, and activity progression, which in turn reduce anxiety and improve outcomes. Following discharge, his structured follow‑up clinics monitor healing and adjust therapy plans as needed.

Dr Stewart remains at the forefront of orthopaedic advances. He regularly lectures internationally, contributes to peer‑reviewed research, and mentors junior surgeons through hands‑on workshops. Consequently, he helps shape both local and global standards in hip and knee surgery.

If you seek expert, personalised care for hip or knee conditions, schedule a consultation with Dr Leith Stewart at The Hip and Knee Surgeons in Claremont. Begin your journey toward restored mobility and lasting joint health.