Dr Rael Salkinder – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Oranjezicht

Dr Rael Salkinder – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Oranjezicht

Dr Rael Salkinder – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Oranjezicht practises at Mediclinic Cape Town, where she leads the Lower Limb service within a multidisciplinary orthopaedic unit. Moreover, she specialises in disorders of the hip, knee, and ankle, combining surgical precision with compassionate patient care Mediclinic.

She earned her MBChB from the University of Cape Town in 2003 and completed her Diploma in Anaesthetics (DA SA) through the Colleges of Medicine in 2005. Furthermore, she attained Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery (FC Orth SA) in 2014, reflecting advanced training in musculoskeletal reconstruction. Consequently, her academic credentials underpin a patient-centred approach to complex lower-limb pathology.

Dr Salkinder’s practice philosophy emphasises shared decision-making and clear communication. Therefore, she involves each patient in formulating tailored treatment plans. As a result, individuals feel informed and empowered at every stage of their surgical journey.

Services

Within her Lower Limb specialty, Dr Salkinder offers a comprehensive suite of orthopaedic interventions, each adapted to patient needs:

• Hip Arthroplasty & Revision
  Using both traditional and minimally invasive techniques, she performs total and partial hip replacements, as well as revision surgeries for prosthetic complications. Consequently, patients regain mobility and experience reduced pain.

• Knee Joint Restoration
  She employs arthroscopic meniscus repair, ligament reconstruction, and partial or total knee replacement. Moreover, her use of computer-assisted navigation enhances implant alignment, which improves long-term function.

• Ankle & Foot Surgery
  From ankle arthroscopy to fusion procedures, she treats conditions such as arthritis and deformities. Furthermore, she corrects bunions and hammertoes with precision, ensuring both foot function and cosmetic outcome.

• Fracture Management & Trauma Care
  She stabilises lower-limb fractures using locking plates, intramedullary nails, and external fixation when necessary. Consequently, complex trauma cases proceed to swift, safe recovery.

• Sports Injury Reconstruction
  Treating athletes, she reconstructs anterior cruciate ligaments (ACL) and addresses cartilage defects through microfracture and osteochondral grafting. Therefore, active individuals return to play with confidence.

• Deformity Correction & Osteotomy
  Employing tibial and femoral osteotomies, she realigns bones to offload arthritic compartments. As a result, many patients postpone or avoid joint replacement.

Each service unfolds within private operating theatres equipped with HD imaging and computer-navigated systems, which ensure precise execution and enhanced safety.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Town provides a broad spectrum of specialist services, modern facilities, high-tech equipment, and outstanding nursing care . Consequently, Dr Salkinder’s patients benefit from on-site digital radiography, CT imaging, and dedicated physiotherapy suites, enabling coordinated care from diagnosis to rehabilitation.

Moreover, she collaborates closely with anaesthetists, physiotherapists, and dietitians to optimise perioperative protocols. Therefore, postoperative pathways include enhanced recovery programmes, which reduce hospital stays and promote early mobilisation.

Dr Salkinder remains active in professional forums and contributes to clinical audits that refine surgical guidelines. Furthermore, she mentors orthopaedic registrars through hands-on workshops in the hospital’s simulation centre. As a result, her influence extends beyond individual cases to shape institutional best practices.

Finally, she emphasises compassionate support, ethical practice, and transparent follow-up. Consequently, patients navigate every step—preoperative planning, surgery, and postoperative care—with confidence and clarity. Schedule a consultation today to benefit from advanced lower-limb orthopaedic care under expert guidance.