Dr Matt Durrans – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Brackenfell

Dr Matt Durrans – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Brackenfell

Dr Matt Durrans – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Brackenfell practices at Mediclinic Cape Gate, where he leads advanced musculoskeletal care. He earned his MBChB from Stellenbosch University in 2001 and attained FC Orth (SA) from the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa in 2009 . Moreover, during his surgical degrees, he received both the Dr Joe de Beer Shoulder Prize and the Dr Spike Erasmus Prize, underscoring his early commitment to excellence .

Following qualification, Dr Durrans completed a fellowship-like hip and knee arthroplasty programme under Dr Heine De Jongh and Dr Antoon De Klerk until 2015 . Consequently, he developed sub-specialist expertise in joint replacement and complex revision surgery. Furthermore, he headed the Upper Limb Unit at Paarl Provincial Hospital, where he refined techniques in shoulder reconstruction and trauma management.

Today, his core competencies span lower limb surgery (hip, knee, foot), shoulder surgery, and trauma. He integrates 3D pre-operative planning, computer-guided osteotomies, and a fully digital workflow into every procedure. Thus, each treatment plan aligns precisely with patient anatomy, ensuring optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes .

Services

• Primary & Revision Hip Arthroplasty: including direct anterior minimally invasive approaches for faster.

• Knee Replacement Surgery: utilising robotic-assisted and computer-guided systems for precise component alignment.

• Shoulder Reconstruction: advanced techniques for rotator cuff repair, instability, and arthroplasty.

• Foot & Ankle Surgery: corrective procedures for deformities, tendon repairs, and fusion operations.

• Trauma Orthopaedics: management of acute fractures and soft-tissue injuries with locked plating and intramedullary nailing.

• Arthroscopic Procedures: keyhole interventions for meniscal repair, ligament reconstruction, and synovectomy.

• Revision Joint Surgery: complex re-implantation with custom implants and bone grafting.

• Minimally Invasive Techniques: button-hole incisions and endoscopic-assisted osteotomies to reduce scarring.

• 3D Imaging & Diagnostics: cone-beam CT and MRI integration for bespoke surgical blueprints.

• Enhanced Recovery Protocols: ERAS pathways emphasizing multimodal analgesia and early physiotherapy.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Gate features state-of-the-art operating theatres with high-definition imaging, real-time navigation, and dedicated robotic platforms. Moreover, Dr Durrans leads a multidisciplinary team of anaesthetists, physiotherapists, and specialised nurses to coordinate perioperative care . Consequently, patients benefit from seamless pathways that cover preadmission, surgery, and rehabilitation.

He emphasises clear communication, ensuring each patient understands their options and recovery plan. Furthermore, he conducts regular follow-up clinics to monitor progress, adjust treatment protocols, and support outpatient rehabilitation. He also mentors junior surgeons through hands-on workshops and case reviews, thereby advancing regional orthopaedic standards.

Dr Durrans is an active member of the South African Orthopaedic Association, the South African Foot and Ankle Society, and the South African Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Society. Thus, he remains at the forefront of evolving techniques and best practices. Schedule a consultation today to explore personalised orthopaedic solutions and discover how advanced joint care can restore your mobility and confidence.