Location
Dr Sluis-Cremer has a public hospital appointment at Coffs Harbour Base Hospital where he also helps train future orthopaedic surgeons, and works privately at Baringa Private Hospital and throughout the Coffs Coast region.
Our Rooms are centrally located near the Coffs Harbour Jetty.
About Dr Sluis-Cremer
Dr Tim Sluis-Cremer is a Melbourne and internationally trained orthopaedic surgeon based full time in Coffs Harbour. He specialises in hip and knee replacement, knee surgery, and the management of complex orthopaedic trauma, providing comprehensive care for both adults and children across public and private settings, including Coffs Harbour Health Campus and Baringa Private Hospital.
Originally from South Africa, Tim completed his medical degree at the University of Cape Town before undertaking advanced orthopaedic training and specialist qualification through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa. He went on to complete multiple subspecialty fellowships across Australia and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and a member of the Australian Orthopaedic Association.
With a longstanding interest in science, sport, and problem-solving, orthopaedic surgery was a natural path—combining technical precision with the ability to restore function and improve quality of life.
Experience & Specialist Expertise
Dr Sluis-Cremer has undertaken extensive fellowship training in:
Lower limb arthroplasty, including primary and revision hip and knee replacement
Complex orthopaedic trauma, pelvic and acetabular trauma and lower limb injuries
Paediatric orthopaedics and hip preservation surgery
He has trained and worked at leading institutions including:
Royal Melbourne Hospital
Melbourne Orthopaedic Group
The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne
The Martin Singer Hand Unit, Cape Town
This breadth of experience allows him to manage both elective orthopaedic procedures and acute traumatic injuries with a high level of expertise and confidence.
Areas of Practice
Dr Sluis-Cremer’s clinical focus includes:
Hip replacement and Revision Hip replacement
Knee replacement (total and partial, including robotic-assisted surgery)
Knee arthroscopy and ligament injury
Lower limb trauma and fracture management
Pelvic and acetabular surgery
Conditions of the upper limb including hand conditions
He has a particular interest in enhanced recovery pathways, including short-stay joint replacement programs designed to support faster recovery and return to function.
Approach to Care
Dr Sluis-Cremer is committed to delivering individualised, patient-centred care in a professional and supportive environment. He takes the time to ensure each patient understands their diagnosis and treatment options, working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcome.
His approach is defined by:
Clear, honest communication
Evidence-based decision making
Precision in surgical technique
A strong focus on rehabilitation and long-term function
Teaching & Ongoing Development
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Sluis-Cremer is actively involved in:
Teaching medical students, junior doctors, and surgical trainees
Clinical research and publications in orthopaedic surgery
Ongoing professional development and advanced surgical education
Life in Coffs Harbour
Dr Sluis-Cremer relocated to Coffs Harbour with his family, drawn by the region’s exceptional lifestyle and strong community. He is a devoted husband and father who embraces an active outdoor life—whether mountain biking, surfing, spearfishing, or building something new.
This connection to an active lifestyle informs his practice, with a strong focus on helping patients return to movement, independence, and the activities they value most.
