Dr Karim H. Kantar is an Australian-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in conditions of the adult and paediatric spine. His expertise was honed through extensive training at leading spine centres across Australia and North America. Dr Kantar combines advanced surgical precision with a deeply patient-centred approach. Our philosophy is simple — deliver bespoke spinal care
Proudly working with leading hospitals, referrers, and professional bodies across Melbourne and beyond. These partnerships support rapid access, coordinated care, and the highest standards in adult and paediatric spine surgery.
Experience precise, modern spine care delivered with empathy. From first consult to recovery, every decision is guided by evidence, technical excellence and tailored to your situation
Every patient journey is unique. This four-step pathway makes the process transparent and reassuring—so you always know what’s next and who’s supporting you.
A thorough review of your symptoms, history, and imaging to understand the root cause and your goals.
An evidence-based plan tailored to you, prioritising least‑invasive‑first care and conservative options where appropriate.
When needed, advanced surgical techniques are delivered with precision, minimising disruption and supporting a smoother recovery.
Structured rehabilitation, regular check-ins, and clear guidance to help you return to activity safely and confidently.
Clear, concise information to guide you through spine care and consultations
A referral from your General Practitioner or Specialist is required to see Dr Kantar. Please obtain this prior to your initial appointment.
Payments can be made by credit card, EFTPOS, or cash (exact change required, as we do not keep cash on premises). Full payment is required on the day of your consultation and you Medicare claim will be processed immediately. There is no payment required by you for DVA, TAC, or WorkCover patients.
Dr Karim Kantar charges a Gap for all surgical procedures, with the gap depending on your health fund, the complexity and duration of the operation.
Self-funded patients will receive a full quotation before surgery, and financial informed consent is obtained for all procedures.
Yes, Dr Kantar happy to see self-funded patients, and will refer you to one of his affiliated public hospitals if surgery is required.
Please note however that the public & private aspects of our practice are independent entities and that a referral to the public service from Dr Kantar has to undergo the triaging process applied to the all patients. We do not have any influence over public hospitals scheduling process.
Yes Dr Kantar is happy to see anyone covered by WorkCover, TAC and DVA. We simply require a valid claim number and approval form before your appointment and we will bill the appropriate agency on your behalf.
Dr Kantar consults and operates at several Melbourne locations and affiliated hospitals. You can see a list of consulting locations here, and surgical site here.
A consultation with Dr Kantar does not mean that surgery will be recommended, and in most cases it will not be required.
Dr Kantar will work with you to ensure you understand your condition and the options available to you. We will then tailor a treatment plan to best suit your needs.
Yes, we are happy to provide phone consultations for patients if appropriate so long as it does not interfere with our rigorous evaluation process or our ability to deliver appropriate care. Please notify one of our staff members if this is your preference.
The consultation includes a detailed assessment, examination, and discussion of personalised diagnosis and treatment options.
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