Your nearest consulting rooms.
Dr Coory holds consulting sessions in Noosa Heads QLD 4567 by appointment. These rooms allow patients from Noosa, Tewantin, Cooroy, Pomona, and the broader Noosa hinterland to see a dedicated shoulder surgeon locally, without travelling to the central Sunshine Coast for their initial consultation or follow-up reviews. For patients who prefer, his primary rooms at Suite 12, Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital (Birtinya) are also available throughout the week.
Shoulder conditions we treat.
Dr Coory is a fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon treating the full spectrum of shoulder pathology. Whether your shoulder problem is the result of wear, injury, or instability, the same standard of care is available to patients from Noosa.
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
Shoulder procedures.
Dr Coory performs shoulder surgery at Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital (Birtinya), Buderim Private Hospital, and Maroochy Private Hospital (Maroochydore) — all equipped with the Mako robotic platform for shoulder replacement.
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 Noosa choose Dr Coory.
Noosa has a significant population of active retirees and recreational athletes, many of whom develop shoulder conditions that benefit from specialist assessment. Having consulting rooms available locally in Noosa Heads means patients can be seen, examined, and have a treatment plan established without an initial trip south. For many conditions, non-operative management can be coordinated entirely from the Noosa rooms.
When surgery is indicated, Dr Coory operates at Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital in Birtinya, approximately 45 minutes from Noosa. He completed a subspecialty fellowship in shoulder and upper limb surgery (Bateman Orthopaedics Advanced Arthroplasty and Trauma Fellowship) and was the first surgeon on the Sunshine Coast to perform Mako robotic-assisted total shoulder replacement. His high case volume in shoulder arthroplasty and arthroscopic reconstruction means Noosa patients have access to the same level of subspecialist care available in any major metropolitan centre.
Post-operative follow-up can often be managed through telehealth or at the Noosa rooms, reducing the number of trips required during the recovery period. Dr Coory's team can also coordinate imaging and physiotherapy referrals with local Noosa providers to keep the recovery pathway as convenient as possible.
Frequently asked questions.
Where does Dr Coory see shoulder patients near Noosa?
Dr Coory has consulting rooms in Noosa Heads QLD 4567, available by appointment. For patients who prefer, his primary rooms are at Suite 12, Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital, 3 Doherty Street, Birtinya QLD 4575, approximately 45 minutes south of Noosa.
Does Dr Coory operate at a hospital near Noosa?
Dr Coory's nearest operating hospital to Noosa is Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital (SCUPH) in Birtinya, approximately 45 minutes south. He also operates at Buderim Private Hospital and Maroochy Private Hospital. All three hospitals have the Mako robotic platform available for shoulder replacement surgery.
How do I get a referral to see Dr Coory from Noosa?
Ask your Noosa GP or specialist to write a referral addressed to Dr Joe Coory at Sunshine Coast Orthopaedic Group. Include any imaging reports such as X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI. You can then call 07 5493 8038 to book your consultation at the Noosa or Birtinya rooms.
What shoulder conditions does Dr Coory treat?
Dr Coory treats the full spectrum of shoulder conditions including rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder, shoulder instability and dislocations, shoulder osteoarthritis, AC joint injuries, SLAP and labral tears, shoulder impingement, calcific tendinitis, cuff-tear arthropathy, biceps tendon pathology, and fractures of the proximal humerus and clavicle.
Does Dr Coory use robotic surgery for shoulder replacement?
Yes. Dr Coory was the first surgeon on the Sunshine Coast to perform Mako robotic-assisted total shoulder replacement. The Mako system uses a CT-based 3D plan and a robotic arm to guide bone preparation, allowing for precise implant positioning tailored to each patient's anatomy. This technology is available at SCUPH Birtinya, Buderim Private Hospital, and Maroochy Private Hospital.