Specialist Care. Personalised treatment.
Dr Richard Hanly is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in reconstructive surgery of the lower limb.
After commencing private practice in 2017, Dr Hanly continues to balance his private practice with dual public appointments as the Orthopaedic Director of Training at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital and a Visiting Specialist at The Prince Charles Hospital.
Educated in Brisbane, Dr Hanly graduated from The University of Queensland with his Medical Degree in 2006. He completed his Orthopaedic training in Queensland and was admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in February 2015.
Following his specialist training, Dr Hanly completed a 12-month fellowship at the renowned Exeter Hip Unit within the Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre in the United Kingdom. Working alongside leading hip surgeons Mr John Timperley, Mr Matthew Hubble, Mr Jonathon Howell and Mr Matthew Wilson, he gained extensive experience in complex primary and revision hip reconstruction and arthroplasty.
He subsequently completed a fellowship in the Foot & Ankle Unit at the Avon Orthopaedic Centre, Southmead Hospital in Bristol, under the guidance of Mr Ian Winson and Mr Steve Hepple. This internationally recognised unit has a strong focus on reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and advanced arthroscopic techniques.
Dr Hanly has also completed the specialised training required to perform MAKO® Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement, offering advanced robotic technology for hip and knee replacement surgery.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Hanly is a Senior Lecturer with The University of Queensland School of Medicine.
He is a Fellow of the Australian Orthopaedic Association and a Member of the Arthroplasty Society of Australia.
Dr Richard Hanly
BPhty(Hons), MBBS, FRACS(Orth), FAOrthA
Meet the Team
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Sally
Practice Manager
Sally is a Registered Nurse and experienced Practice Manager with a background in both clinical care and business management. Throughout her career, she has worked across hospitals, community healthcare, and research with the University of Newcastle and Cancer Council Queensland.
With experience in high dependency, emergency, and community nursing, Sally brings a practical, warm, and compassionate approach to patient care. Having worked alongside Dr Richard Hanly since 2022, she is committed to supporting patients while ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of Lower Limb Clinic Brisbane.
Known for her kind, caring, and approachable nature, Sally strives to create a welcoming environment for patients and their families, ensuring they feel informed, supported, and well looked after throughout their care.
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Ian Ross
Physiotherapist liaison - Acute Injury Clinic
Ian is the Physiotherapy Liaison at Lower Limb Clinic Brisbane. He graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from The University of Queensland in 2012 before spending the next decade working across private practice, orthopaedic, and professional sports settings in both Brisbane and London.Working closely with Dr Hanly, Ian helped establish the Acute Injury Clinic (AIC) in 2022, creating a streamlined pathway for patients with acute lower limb injuries to receive timely specialist orthopaedic assessment and management.
In addition to his role within the Acute Injury Clinic, Ian provides guidance to patients and referrers on pre- and post-operative rehabilitation protocols, helping to ensure a coordinated approach to care throughout the surgical journey.
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Jules
Practice Nurse
Jules is the Practice Nurse at Lower Limb Clinic Brisbane, bringing more than 20 years of experience in orthopaedic nursing.She plays an important role in supporting patients throughout their surgical journey, providing pre- and post-operative care, wound management, and ongoing clinical support. Known for her warm, caring, and approachable nature, Jules enjoys building rapport with patients and helping them feel at ease throughout their treatment.
Her extensive orthopaedic experience and genuine commitment to patient care make her a valued member of the Lower Limb Clinic Brisbane team.
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Annabelle
Admin & EA to Dr Hanly
Originally from the North East of England, Annabelle is the Executive Assistant to Dr Richard Hanly and provides administrative support for Lower Limb Clinic Brisbane.Working closely with Dr Hanly, she coordinates patient appointments, assists with surgical planning, and supports the day-to-day operations of the practice. As one of the first points of contact for patients, Annabelle is known for her organisation, attention to detail, and kind approach to patient care.
She works to ensure the practice runs efficiently and that patients have the information they need throughout their treatment.
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Jacinta
Physiotherapist liaison - Joint Care Pathway
At Lower Limb Clinic Brisbane, Jacinta leads and oversees the Joint Care Pathway, working closely with Dr Richard Hanly to assess and triage patients with hip and knee conditions. She helps coordinate their care and guides patients towards the most appropriate management pathway, whether this involves further investigation, non-operative treatment, rehabilitation or surgical review.Kind, positive and enthusiastic, Jacinta brings a warm and encouraging approach to the clinic. She is passionate about helping patients understand their condition, navigate their treatment options and feel supported throughout their care.
