- Hip replacement A very effective means of alleviating pain from an arthritic or damaged hip joint, with full weight bearing generally from the day of surgery.
- Revision hip replacement Replacing worn or loosened components of a long-standing hip replacement to alleviate discomfort.
Orthopaedic SurgeonAuckland Hip & Knee Surgery
Peter Misur is a New Zealand-trained orthopaedic surgeon specialising in hip and knee surgery and a wide range of traumatic conditions. Whether treatment is surgical or non-surgical, the aim is always to alleviate pain and restore function.
Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society. ACC and insured patients welcome. Southern Cross specialist profile AboutPeter Misur
Peter Misur is a New Zealand-trained orthopaedic surgeon, based on the North Shore of Auckland. He is an Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society, specialising in hip and knee surgery as well as a wide range of traumatic conditions. Whether treatment is surgical or non-surgical, the aim is always to alleviate pain and restore function, appreciating that each patient has differing demands.
Peter performs a large volume of hip and knee replacements. He utilises computer navigation and robotics for knee replacement procedures. Use of such technology enables improved surgical accuracy and less soft tissue disruption. Peter has a particular interest in robotic partial knee replacements, preserving as much of the patient’s normal anatomy as possible.
Peter performs a wide range of sports knee surgeries including ACL reconstructions and meniscal surgery.
Peter was born and raised on the North Shore and graduated from Auckland Medical School with Distinction in 2004. He trained as an orthopaedic surgeon in Auckland and Waikato and became a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2012. Peter underwent further subspecialty training in complex hip and knee reconstruction at Vancouver General Hospital and in sports and trauma surgery at Christchurch Hospital.
Peter Misur holds a position as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at North Shore Hospital where he is committed to the management of orthopaedic trauma as well as conducting elective hip and knee surgery. He is a member of the New Zealand Orthopaedic Association and the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
Peter’s private consulting rooms are located within the Shakespeare Orthopaedic Institute at 209 Shakespeare Road, directly across the road from North Shore Hospital. Radiology (x-ray, CT and MRI) facilities are located on site so as to maximise patient convenience. There is dedicated free patient parking. Consultations can also be arranged at 131 Lincoln Road, Henderson. Peter Misur’s private surgeries are performed at Southern Cross North Harbour (Wairau Road) and North Shore Surgical Centre (Shakespeare Road).
- 2004 Auckland Medical School, graduated with Distinction
- 2012 Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
- Vancouver Complex hip and knee reconstruction, Vancouver General Hospital
- Christchurch Sports and trauma surgery, Christchurch Hospital
FellowRoyal Australasian College of Surgeons, 2012
MemberNew Zealand Orthopaedic Association
ConsultantOrthopaedic Surgeon, North Shore Hospital
Affiliated ProviderSouthern Cross Health Society
Procedures
Surgery is not always required. Every consultation covers the surgical and non-surgical options for managing your condition, and you are encouraged to ask questions regarding any aspect of your treatment.
- Knee replacement (robotic & computer navigated)
- Partial knee replacement (robotic)
- Revision knee joint replacement
- Knee ligament reconstruction
- Knee meniscus surgery
- Knee arthroscopy ('key-hole' surgery)
- Osteotomy (realignment)
- Patella (knee-cap) stabilisation
Trauma
Peter is committed to the management of orthopaedic trauma, both as a consultant at North Shore Hospital and in private practice.
He also uses computer navigation and robotics for knee replacement, enabling improved surgical accuracy and less soft-tissue disruption, with a particular interest in robotic partial knee replacement.
More about trauma carePatient information
What should I bring to my appointment?
- Any relevant letters or reports
- X-ray, CT or MRI films and reports
- A list of your medicines
- Your ACC number
- Medical insurance details
ACC
ACC will cover the costs of your specialist consultation. A decision on surgery funding can take up to six weeks; an approval is valid for one year.
Medical insurance
An estimate is issued for you to submit to your insurer. Ninety days is the general period of approval.
Before surgery
A pre-admission clinic at Southern Cross Hospital, usually a blood test and ECG, plus the anaesthetic questionnaire to complete and return.
After surgery
Post-operative instructions for knee arthroscopy, knee replacement and hip replacement, including wound care and when you can drive.
Appointments
For all appointments and enquiries please call (09) 486 5456 or email admin@soi.org.nz. GPs can refer electronically via Healthlink (petermis).
What to bring and other appointment details