Orthopaedic Surgeon Durban
Dr Paul RyanDr Paul Ryan is the orthopaedic surgeon Durban patients see for shoulder, elbow, hip and knee problems. He trained as a general orthopaedic surgeon, then went further with fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery.
30+ Years
In orthopaedic practice
2 Hospitals
Ahmed Al-Kadi and Busamed Hillcrest, Durban
2 Fellowships
Shoulder/elbow and hip/knee replacement
How Dr Ryan can help
Shoulder
Pain, stiffness or weakness that gets in the way of reaching, lifting or sleeping on your side. Dr Ryan's area of fellowship training.
Elbow
Pain, stiffness or weakness that gets in the way of reaching, lifting or sleeping on your side. Dr Ryan's area of fellowship training.
Hip
Hip pain changes how you walk and how you sleep. Dr Ryan checks the cause first and works through non-surgical options before surgery.
Knee
Knee pain from injury or wear affects work, sport and simple things like stairs. Dr Ryan treats sports injuries through to joint replacement.
General orthopaedic care
Fractures, sports injuries and joint pain outside these areas still fall within Dr Ryan's scope as a general orthopaedic surgeon.
Why patients choose Dr Ryan
Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA, Mp0541214). Consults in English and Afrikaans. Read Dr Ryan's full background →
Undergraduate Medical Degree (MBChB)
University of Cape Town
Higher Diploma in Orthopaedics
Fellowship, hip & knee replacement
Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital
Fellowship, shoulder & elbow surgery
University of Cape Town
Master of Medicine in Orthopaedics
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Common questions
Do I need a referral to see Dr Ryan?
No. GP referrals are welcome, but you can also book directly as a self-referred patient.
Does Dr Ryan accept medical aid?
Contact the practice to confirm your medical aid scheme and any payment arrangements before your appointment.
Where does Dr Ryan consult?
At two hospitals in Durban: Ahmed Al-Kadi Private Hospital in Mayville, and Busamed Hillcrest Private Hospital. See locations below.