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Don Dick

MD, FRCSC

Orthopedic surgeon focused on hip and knee replacement. Past president of the Alberta Orthopaedic Society and founding member of the Alberta Bone & Joint Health Institute.

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Experience:

30+ years

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Location:

Edmonton, AB

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Consults:

Virtually & in-person

Speaks:

English

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Treats:

Adults

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About

Dr. Don Dick is an orthopaedic surgeon in Edmonton, Alberta, certified in orthopaedic surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He completed both his medical degree and his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Alberta. His surgical practice focuses on hip and knee replacement for adults with osteoarthritis, and he has spent much of his career on how joint replacement care is organized and delivered across Alberta.

Clinical Focus & Specialties

  • Hip Replacement: Total hip replacement for adults with osteoarthritis of the hip.
  • Knee Replacement: Total knee replacement for adults with osteoarthritis of the knee.
  • Joint Replacement Assessment: Review of imaging and symptoms to determine whether joint replacement is appropriate, and when.

Alongside his surgical practice, Dr. Dick has held leadership roles in bone and joint health at the local, provincial and national level. He is a founding member of the Alberta Bone & Joint Health Institute and chairs its board, is a past president of the Alberta Orthopaedic Society, and is a past member of the board of directors of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association. He is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Alberta. He also serves as Medical Director of the Canadian Association of Medical Teams Abroad, which sends volunteer surgical teams to treat patients in Ecuador.

Dr. Dick sees patients at Acumen Clinic in Edmonton, with consultations available by video or in person.

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Advanced training

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Training & credentials

Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery | University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Doctor of Medicine (MD) | University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

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Career

Orthopedic Surgeon | Acumen Health, Edmonton, AB | Present

  • Private practice focused on hip and knee replacement.

Senior Medical Director, Health Outcomes | Alberta Health Services 

  • Health-system role in appropriateness and health outcome analysis, previously with the Bone and Joint Strategic Clinical Network.

Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery | University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Medical Lead, Orthopedics and Bone & Joint Program, Edmonton Zone | Alberta Health Services | past

  • Led the regional bone and joint program during the establishment of Edmonton's consolidated hip and knee surgery centre.
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Memberships

  • Chair of the Board, Alberta Bone & Joint Health Institute (ABJHI)
  • Past President, Alberta Orthopaedic Society
  • Past Board Member, Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA)
  • Medical Director, Canadian Association of Medical Teams Abroad (CAMTA)

Sees patients at:

Acumen Clinic - Edmonton

15358 111 Ave NW, Edmonton,

AB T5M 4C8, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I see Dr. Dick?

Consultations are typically booked within 2 weeks of diagnostics/ medical info being provided.

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Does Dr. Dick do virtual consults?

Yes. Virtual or in-person consults are available.

Dr. Dick is within my home province, can they provide me surgical services?

Dr. Dick can see Canadians seeking private hip or knee replacement assessment if they already have a diagnosis for osteoarthritis.

What languages does Dr. Dick speak?

English

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Dick?

Patients commonly seek Dr. Dick's expertise because they may be experiencing severe hip or knee arthritis or chronic joint pain, and are considering hip or knee replacement.

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