Nearest consulting rooms.
Dr Coory consults at Maroochy Private Hospital, Level 9, 12 Future Way, Maroochydore QLD 4558, approximately ten minutes north of Mooloolaba. He also consults at Noosa Civic Medihub, Level 1, 28 Eenie Creek Road, Noosaville QLD 4566.
Dr Coory performs surgery at Buderim Private Hospital, Maroochy Private Hospital and Noosa Day Hospital (day surgery only). At Buderim Private Hospital and Maroochy Private Hospital he uses the Mako robotic-arm assisted surgical platform, allowing CT-planned, robot-guided implant positioning for shoulder replacement.
Shoulder conditions treated.
Mooloolaba's tourism-driven watersports scene — surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, ocean swimming and jet-skiing — produces a distinctive pattern of shoulder injuries. Dr Coory regularly treats acute dislocations after high-energy surf falls, chronic rotator cuff wear in competitive swimmers and paddlers, and clavicle fractures from cycling and mountain biking along the hinterland trails. He manages the complete range of shoulder 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.
Whether the goal is returning to competitive ocean swimming after a rotator cuff repair or regaining daily comfort after shoulder replacement, every surgical plan is built around the patient's anatomy, lifestyle and recovery expectations.
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 Mooloolaba choose Dr Coory.
Mooloolaba residents can reach Dr Coory's Maroochydore consulting rooms at Maroochy Private Hospital in about ten minutes by car. Dr Coory also operates at Maroochy Private Hospital, so for procedures performed there, consultation, surgery and follow-up can take place at the same hospital.
Dr Coory holds fellowships in shoulder and upper-limb surgery, teaches at national and international shoulder courses, and has published peer-reviewed research on rotator cuff repair, shoulder replacement and instability surgery. He performs Mako robotic-assisted reverse shoulder replacement at Buderim Private Hospital, where the programme began in August 2025, and at Maroochy Private Hospital, where he performed the first Mako 4 shoulder replacement in Australia in October 2026.
For Mooloolaba's active community — from holiday-makers nursing a surfing injury to retirees managing long-standing arthritis — the treatment pathway is the same: thorough assessment, honest conversation about options, and a structured Recovery Roadmap that sets clear milestones from day one through to return to full activity.
Frequently asked questions.
How far is Dr Coory's practice from Mooloolaba?
Dr Coory consults at Maroochy Private Hospital in Maroochydore, approximately ten minutes north of Mooloolaba. He also consults at Noosa Civic Medihub in Noosaville. Appointments at both are made on 07 5493 8038.
What shoulder injuries are common in watersports at Mooloolaba?
The most common shoulder injuries from watersports are rotator cuff tears and tendinopathy from repetitive paddling, shoulder dislocations from surfing wipeouts or kayak capsizes, and AC joint separations from falls. Impingement and labral tears also occur in competitive swimmers training at Mooloolaba and surrounding clubs.
Does Dr Coory use robotic surgery for shoulder replacement?
Yes. Dr Coory uses the Mako robotic-arm assisted platform for reverse total shoulder replacement. The system creates a patient-specific 3D surgical plan from a pre-operative CT scan, allowing precise implant positioning during surgery. He performs it at Buderim Private Hospital.
Can I get imaging done before my appointment?
Yes, and this is preferred. Once your GP referral is received, Dr Coory's team will advise which imaging to arrange so that a complete picture is available at your first consultation. Imaging facilities are available in Mooloolaba and Maroochydore.
What private health insurance do I need for shoulder surgery?
Hospital-level private health insurance with orthopaedic cover is required for private inpatient surgery. Dr Coory's team can confirm the out-of-pocket costs before you proceed. For details on fees and known-gap arrangements, visit our fees and billing page.