About Us
A Few Words about
Dr Raymond Yu
MBBS, BMedSci (Hons), MSurgSci,
FRACS (Ortho), FAOrthA
Dr Raymond Yu is an Australian Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Adelaide, South Australia. He specialises in surgery of the Upper Limb (Shoulder, Elbow and Wrist) with a passion for modern keyhole or minimally-invasive techniques, and accelerating post-operative recovery. He has a special interest in the management of both sports injuries and arthritis of the shoulder.
Dr Yu was raised and educated in Adelaide, South Australia. He graduated from the University of Adelaide Medical School in 2010, before completing further postgraduate research degrees. He was awarded an Honours degree in Medical Science (First Class) and a Masters degree in Surgical Science by the University of Adelaide.
After completing advanced training in Orthopaedic Surgery with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the Australian Orthopaedic Association, he undertook further Upper Limb subspecialty training at the highly-esteemed Sydney Shoulder Research Institute, as well as France and London with internationally recognised experts.
He practices a philosophy of patient-centred and tailored management, with goals to relieve pain, restore function, and return patients to their previous activities.
When not in the clinic or operating theatre, Dr Yu enjoys chasing his young son and daughter, as well as playing basketball and hitting the gym.
I AM Always
Happy to help
“When it comes to your shoulder, elbow or wrist problem, our team is focused on providing you the best possible outcome and experience”
Dr Raymond Yu
Adelaide Orthopaedic Surgeon
Why Choose Us
Exceptional training
Dr Yu is an expert-trained Australian Orthopaedic Surgeon, with Australian and international post-fellowship subspecialty training in Upper Limb Surgery, including a Clinical Fellowship at the Sydney Shoulder Research Institute.
Rapid assessment
Dr Yu is able to offer a rapid assessment clinic for injuries and trauma that can't wait.
tailored surgical excellence
Dr Yu is a Co-Director of Orthopaedics 360, a trusted Orthopaedic group focused on combining refined surgical technique with tailored patient care.
modern treatment
Dr Yu's practice is driven by the latest in evidence-based medicine and surgery. He has a particular passion for minimally-invasive techniques and rapid recovery after surgery.
My goals as a surgeon are to relieve your pain, restore your function, and return you back to doing what you love.
Dr Raymond Yu
Adelaide Orthopaedic Surgeon
Credentials and Affiliations
Dr Raymond Yu
Further information
Qualifications and Licenses
Fellow – Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (Orthopaedic Surgery) (2020)
Fellow – Australian Orthopaedic Association (2020)
Licence to Operate Radiation Apparatus – Environmental Protection Authority
AHPRA Specialist Registration
Education
Postgraduate
Master of Surgical Science – University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia (2011)
Bachelor of Medical Science (First Class Honours) – University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia (2009)
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery – University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia (2010)
Secondary Education
St Michael’s College – Henley Beach, South Australia. TER 99.95 (2003)
Current appointments
Consultant – Department of Orthopaedics & Trauma – Hand and Upper Limb Unit, Royal Adelaide Hospital, South Australia
2012-2023 Clinical Associate Lecturer – School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences
The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia
Previous appointments
2020 Clinical Fellow in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery – Sydney Shoulder Research Institute, Royal North Shore Hospital – Sydney, NSW. Supervisors: Dr Ben Cass, Dr Allan Young and Dr Jeffrey Hughes
2020 Clinical Fellow in Shoulder Surgery – Alps Shoulder Institute, Clinique Generale – Annecy, France. Supervisor: Dr Laurent Lafosse
2019 Accredited Orthopaedic Trainee SET 5
Feb – Aug 2019 Lyell McEwin Hospital – Senior Registrar / Upper Limb
Aug – Jan 2020 Royal Adelaide Hospital – Senior Registrar / Arthroplasty
2018 Accredited Orthopaedic Trainee SET 4
Feb – Aug 2018 Sportsmed SA – Upper Limb and Sports
Aug – Jan 2019 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital – Senior Registrar
2017 Accredited Orthopaedic Trainee SET 3
Feb – Aug 2017 Royal Adelaide Hospital – 051 Arthroplasty Senior Registrar
Aug – Jan 2018 Women’s & Children’s Hospital
2016 Accredited Orthopaedic Trainee SET 2
Feb – Aug 2016 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital – Arthroplasty Registrar
Aug – Jan 2017 Lyell McEwin Hospital – Senior Registrar
2015 Accredited Orthopaedic Trainee SET 1
Feb – July 2015 Royal Adelaide Hospital – Trauma / Arthroplasty
August – Jan 2016 Royal Darwin Hospital – Trauma / Arthroplasty
2014 Non-Accredited Orthopaedic Registrar
Feb – July 2014 Royal Adelaide Hospital
August – Jan 2015 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
2013 Non-Accredited Orthopaedic Registrar
Feb – July 2013 Modbury Public Hospital
August – Jan 2014 Lyell McEwin Hospital
2012 Surgical Resident Medical Officer – Royal Adelaide Hospital
∙ Orthopaedic Surgery ∙ Trauma Surgery
∙ General Surgery Relief ∙ Spinal Surgery
2011 Intern – Royal Adelaide Hospital
∙ Rehabilitation Medicine ∙ General Medicine
∙ Emergency Medicine ∙ Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards
2010 SA Board in General Surgery Registrar’s Paper Day Judges Prize – “Best overall presentation”
2009 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Research Day Honours Prize – “Best paper”
2009 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Honours Scholarship – The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Research Foundation
2008 Top Scholars Award in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, University of Adelaide
2008 Adelaide University Surgical Society Surgical Case Competition First Prize – “Best presentation”
2006 Heart Foundation Vacation Research Scholarship – National Heart Foundation of Australia
2003 SA Bronze Bragg Medal for Physics (Highest score in South Australia)
2003 SA Way College Prize for Chemistry (Highest score in South Australia)
2003 SA OneSteel Award for Mathematics (Highest score in South Australia)
2003 Australian Institute of Physics Prize
2003 Australian Students Prize – Department of Education, Australian Government
2003 Dux St Michael’s College, Henley Beach, SA