Everything you need before and after your appointment or surgery with Dr Constantin, in one place.
Key information for patients
After your surgery: caring for your scar
Dr Constantin's post-operative scar management guide explains how to look after your wound and scar as it heals, including sun protection, silicone tape or gel, and scar massage, and when to contact the rooms.
Where to find us
Dr Constantin consults at three locations:
- North Sydney: North Sydney Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre, The Mater Hospital, 25 Rocklands Rd, Wollstonecraft NSW 2065
- Kogarah: St George SportsMed, Suite 201 (Level 2), 131 Princes Highway, Kogarah NSW 2217
- Miranda: Ste 30, Level 2/20-24 Gibbs St, Miranda NSW 2228
Appointments for all three locations: (02) 9409 0503 or team@drharryconstantin.com.
Frequently asked questions
What is a reverse total shoulder replacement?
In a reverse shoulder replacement the normal ball-and-socket arrangement is reversed: a metal ball is fixed to the shoulder blade and a plastic-lined socket is fixed to the top of the arm bone. This lets the deltoid muscle lift the arm when the rotator cuff is no longer working. It is usually recommended when the rotator cuff is torn or not working, including rotator cuff arthropathy, massive irreparable rotator cuff tears and some complex fractures in older patients. See Shoulder replacement.
How can I better prepare for surgery?
Most shoulder operations are planned weeks ahead, which gives you time to prepare: eat well with plenty of protein, stop smoking and vaping, keep diabetes well controlled, and plan for life in a sling. Tell the rooms early if you take blood thinners, diabetes medicines, Ozempic or similar, or arthritis medicines. See Preparing for surgery.
Where will my surgery be performed?
Dr Constantin operates at the Mater Hospital, North Sydney, for patients with private health insurance, workers compensation and CTP claims, and at Canterbury Hospital for Medicare-only patients. Workers compensation surgery can be performed at either the Mater or Canterbury. See Health insurance & fees.
Where can I see Dr Constantin?
Dr Constantin consults in North Sydney at the Mater Hospital, in Kogarah and in Miranda. Call (02) 9409 0503 to book at any location.
The information on this website is general in nature and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.
Questions? Talk to the rooms
A GP or specialist referral is needed to claim a Medicare rebate. Consultations are available in North Sydney, Kogarah and Miranda.