Nearest consulting rooms.
The closest consulting location for Alexandra Headland patients is Maroochy Private Hospital, Level 9, 12 Future Way, Maroochydore QLD 4558 — a short drive south along Alexandra Parade and Aerodrome Road. Dr Coory also consults at his primary rooms at Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital (SCUPH), Suite 12, 3 Doherty Street, Birtinya QLD 4575, approximately fifteen minutes from Alexandra Headland via Nicklin Way.
Surgery is performed at SCUPH, Buderim Private Hospital and Maroochy Private Hospital. All three hospitals are equipped with the Mako robotic-arm assisted surgical platform for total and reverse shoulder replacement.
Shoulder conditions treated.
Alexandra Headland's beach lifestyle means Dr Coory sees a high proportion of surf-related shoulder dislocations, rotator cuff injuries from paddling and swimming, and AC joint separations from falls and contact sports. He treats the full spectrum of shoulder, elbow and upper-limb conditions:
Rotator cuff tear
CapsuleFrozen shoulder
InstabilityShoulder instability
ArthritisShoulder osteoarthritis
AC JointAC joint injury
LabrumSLAP & labral tears
ImpingementShoulder impingement
CalcificationCalcific tendinitis
ArthropathyCuff-tear arthropathy
BicepsBiceps tendon pathology
FractureProximal humerus fracture
FractureClavicle fracture
Procedures available.
From arthroscopic rotator cuff repair for the weekend surfer to Mako robotic-arm assisted shoulder replacement for end-stage arthritis, every procedure is planned around the individual patient's anatomy, activity level and goals.
Mako robotic shoulder replacement
ReplacementReverse total shoulder
ReplacementAnatomic total shoulder
ArthroscopyRotator cuff repair
RevisionRevision shoulder replacement
ArthroscopyFrozen shoulder release
StabilisationLatarjet procedure
ArthroscopySubacromial decompression
PainSuprascapular nerve RFA
TendonBiceps tenodesis
ReconstructionAC joint reconstruction
TendonPec major repair
Why patients from Alexandra Headland choose Dr Coory.
Proximity matters when you are managing a shoulder injury. Alexandra Headland patients can reach Dr Coory's Maroochydore consulting rooms in under five minutes, and his Birtinya rooms in around fifteen. Both locations offer on-site imaging and convenient hospital-adjacent parking.
Dr Coory is one of the Sunshine Coast's most experienced shoulder surgeons. He is fellowship-trained in shoulder and upper-limb surgery, a faculty member at national and international shoulder meetings, and performs the full range of open, arthroscopic and robotic-arm assisted procedures. His practice is built on clear communication, evidence-based decision-making and a structured recovery pathway for every patient.
For the active beach community at Alexandra Headland — surfers, swimmers, paddleboarders, gym-goers and weekend rugby players — returning to sport and lifestyle activities is central to every treatment plan. Dr Coory's Recovery Roadmap and physiotherapy protocols are designed with exactly that goal in mind.
Frequently asked questions.
Where is the nearest shoulder surgeon to Alexandra Headland?
Dr Joe Coory consults at Maroochy Private Hospital in Maroochydore, approximately five minutes by car from Alexandra Headland. He also consults at Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital in Birtinya, around fifteen minutes away.
Do I need a GP referral before seeing Dr Coory from Alexandra Headland?
Yes. A valid GP referral is required for all specialist consultations in Australia. Your GP in Alexandra Headland or on the Sunshine Coast can refer you directly to Dr Coory, and our team will arrange the appropriate imaging before your appointment.
Can surfing and swimming injuries cause shoulder problems?
Yes. Repetitive overhead motion in swimming and paddling can lead to rotator cuff tendinopathy, impingement and labral tears. Falls from surfboard wipeouts commonly cause shoulder dislocations and AC joint separations. Dr Coory sees these injuries frequently in patients from the Alexandra Headland and broader Sunshine Coast beach communities.
Which hospitals does Dr Coory operate at for Alexandra Headland patients?
Dr Coory operates at Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital (Birtinya), Buderim Private Hospital and Maroochy Private Hospital. All three are equipped with the Mako robotic platform for shoulder replacement surgery.
How long is the wait to see Dr Coory from Alexandra Headland?
Appointment availability varies. Urgent cases such as acute fractures or dislocations are prioritised. Contact our rooms on 07 5493 8038 and the team will find the earliest suitable appointment at the Maroochydore or Birtinya consulting rooms.