Dr Martin Wells – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Panorama

Dr Martin Wells – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Panorama

Dr Martin Wells – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Panorama leads upper‐limb orthopaedic care at Mediclinic Panorama. He earned his MBChB from the University of Stellenbosch in 1982. Moreover, he completed an MMed in Orthopaedics in 1992 and achieved FCS Orth (SA) in 1993. During training, he honed expertise in complex reconstructive surgery of the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper limb. Additionally, he developed specialized skills in trauma management. Consequently, each patient benefits from over three decades of surgical experience. He practices in a modern orthopaedic suite equipped with digital imaging and advanced operating technologies. Furthermore, he partners with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, evidence-based care.

Services

Dr Wells offers a comprehensive range of orthopaedic services tailored to individual patient needs. Moreover, he employs minimally invasive techniques and microsurgical instruments for precision and faster recovery. Each service focuses on restoring function and improving quality of life:

• Reconstructive arthritis surgery for the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper limb using custom prosthetics and 3D-imaging guidance.

• Trauma management of upper-limb fractures, including complex wrist and elbow fractures, with locking-plate fixation and intraoperative fluoroscopy.

• Wrist arthroscopy for diagnostic evaluation and treatment of ligament injuries, cartilage lesions, and unstable fractures.

• Elbow arthroscopy to address loose bodies, osteochondral defects, and cubital tunnel syndrome using high-definition arthroscopes.

• Tendon and nerve decompression procedures, including Carpal Tunnel Release and trigger finger correction, performed with microsurgical precision.

• Joint replacement of small joints (e.g., wrist and finger joints) with patient-specific instrumentation.

• Soft-tissue reconstruction for post-traumatic deficits, employing flap techniques and biologic grafts.

• Pediatric upper-limb surgery, such as congenital deformity correction and growth plate–sparing procedures.

• Post-traumatic rehabilitation protocols, designed in collaboration with onsite physiotherapists and occupational therapists.

Furthermore, Dr Wells emphasizes personalized preoperative counseling. In addition, his team provides clear postoperative care plans and digital follow-up reminders. Ultimately, this approach empowers patients to participate actively in their recovery. Schedule a consultation today to begin your tailored treatment plan.

Additional Information

Dr Wells collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary network at Mediclinic Panorama. Consequently, patients benefit from integrated care alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and pain management specialists. Moreover, the facility features a dedicated orthopaedic theatre with sterile ventilation systems, intraoperative fluoroscopy, and digital radiography. In addition, the on-site rehabilitation center offers guided therapy sessions to optimize functional outcomes.

Meanwhile, Dr Wells participates in ongoing research on upper-limb biomechanics and publishes findings in peer-reviewed journals. He maintains memberships in key professional societies, including the South African Orthopaedic Association and the International Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand (IFSSH). Furthermore, he regularly attends international conferences to stay current with emerging techniques and robotic-assisted surgery.

Overall, Dr Wells’s commitment to advanced technology and a patient-centered approach sets him apart. Consequently, each visit prioritizes comfort, clear communication, and individualized care. Schedule a consultation today to experience expert orthopaedic treatment in a supportive environment.