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ORTHOPAEDIC KNEE SURGEON
Dr. Spike Erasmus
MBChB, MMed (Ortho), FC Orth (SA)
Dr. Spike Erasmus is a distinguished orthopaedic knee surgeon with an impeccable reputation in the field. Driven by a commitment to precision, innovation, and patient-centric care, Dr. Erasmus has firmly established himself as a leading authority in orthopaedic surgery. He uses conventional, robotic and computer assisted (CAS) operating techniques.
ORTHOPAEDIC KNEE SURGEON
Dr. Spike Erasmus
MBChB, MMed (Ortho), FC Orth (SA)
Dr. Spike Erasmus is a distinguished orthopaedic knee surgeon with an impeccable reputation in the field. Driven by a commitment to precision, innovation, and patient-centric care, Dr. Erasmus has firmly established himself as a leading authority in orthopaedic surgery. He uses conventional, robotic and computer assisted (CAS) operating techniques.
ABOUT
Dr. Erasmus initiated his medical journey at the University of Stellenbosch, earning his MBChB degree. His relentless dedication to excellence propelled him to pursue further studies, culminating in an MMed in Orthopaedic Surgery with Cum Laude honours. Additionally, he obtained the FC Ortho from the South African College of Surgeons.
Dr. Erasmus is a proud member of several esteemed associations, including the International Patella Study Group (IPSG), European Knee Associates (EKA), the European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery, and Arthroscopy (ESSKA), and Personalized Arthroplasty Society. Beyond this, he holds the esteemed position of founding member and two-term President of the South African Knee Society (SAKS) and actively participates in the South African Arthroplasty Society (SAAS).
A relentless pursuit of knowledge characterizes Dr. Erasmus’s illustrious career. As a member of the editorial board of the American Journal of Sport Medicine (AJSM), he plays a pivotal role in shaping the discourse in his field. Dr. Erasmus authored and co-authored 39 peer-reviewed international articles, showcasing his dedication to advancing orthopaedic knowledge. His passion for education is further evident in his numerous presentations, with 69 on an international stage and 94 at local events.
Looking ahead, Dr. Erasmus remains at the forefront of his field with planned engagements. At the ESSKA meeting in May 2024, in Milan, Italy, he not only chaired a meeting on limb alignment but also presented a paper on medial stabilized knee replacements. In Montana, USA, at the IPSG meeting in August, Dr. Erasmus delved into topics such as habitual patella dislocation in flexion and the aetiology of recurrent patella dislocation.
Beyond the operating room, Dr. Erasmus finds joy and balance in various activities. He is an avid runner and hiker, and his interests extend to farming and amateur horticulture. Notably, Dr. Erasmus is also a breeder of top Vizsla dogs, showcasing a diverse range of passions beyond the realm of orthopaedic surgery.
TESTIMONIALS
Spike, you are such a special part of our group. I love your presentations, filled with the wisdom of experience and humility, yet overflowing with excellence. I always learn from you. So glad you were there. God willing, I sure hope to see you in Big Sky.
Dr. William Post – Chairman International Patello Femoral Study group (IPSG)
Had the best experience ever. This is a doctor in his full calling.
Aleksandra Carstens
Dear Spike,
Thank you very much. I am really happy to have met you. You and your work played a huge role in getting me hooked on the patellofemoral joint. Hope to see you soon.
Dr. Matteo Marullo European Knee Associates (EKA)
Three weeks ago I had a complete knee replacement. Thanks to Dr. Spike who is a brilliant specialist with an incredible team from the theatre to his rooms.
Jill Schar
What an absolute gem of a doctor. If it was not for Dr. Erasmus, his dedicated team and excellent staff in the greatest hospital I’ve ever been in, I would have been in a wheelchair by now. No other doctor in South Africa wanted to help me and operate on my totally degenerate knee and fix the extra problem of a birth defect.
Mariandre Roux
PROFILE
| HPCSA Number | MP0162752 |
| Practice Number | 0280002802244 |
| MBChB, Stellenbosch University | |
| MMed (Ortho) Cum Laude, Stellenbosch University | |
| FC Orth (SA), Colleges of Medicine | |
Positions Held
- Honorary consultant: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Stellenbosch
- Medical panel since 1993: Western Province Rugby Union
- Editorial board for EFORT (European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology)
- Consultant: Biomedical Engineering Research Group (BERG), Stellenbosch University
2015
- Trochlear groove alignment measurement method for surgical applications. J Mech Med Biol (2015) Cho KJ, Müller JH, Erasmus PJ
2016
- The effect of axial rotation of the anterior resection plane in patellofemoral arthroplasty. Knee (2016) Cho KJ, Erasmus PJ, Müller JH
2017
- Patellofemoral arthroplasty changes the trochlear groove angle. J Mech Med Biol (2017) Wiesner FJ, Erasmus PJ, Cho KJ, Müller JH
2018
- Estimating regions of interest on the distal femur. (Editor’s Choice for Oct edition) Medical Engineering and Physics (2018) van der Merwe J, van den Heever D, Erasmus PJ
- Patellofemoral replacement. ISAKOS Newsletter Volume I (2018) Erasmus PJ, Wascher DC
2019
- Sagittal shapes of current fixed-bearing unicompartmental knee replacements differ from those of normal knees. Knee (2019) Cho KJ, Erasmus PJ, Müller JH
2015
- Sixteen-year follow-up of MPFL reconstruction; ISAKOS (2015) Lyon, France
- 3D Effect of the anterior femoral cut in PFA; ISAKOS (2015) Lyon, France
- Causes of Patellar Instability; Joint Preservation Congress (2015) Warsaw, Poland
- Results of quadriceps tendon ACL reconstrution in high level rugby player; Joint Preservation Congress (2015) Warsaw, Poland
- Orientation of the trochlea groove; South African, British and Australian Combined Orthopaedic Knee Societies (2015) Cape Town, South Africa
- Sixteen years follow up of MPFL reconstructions; South African, British and Australian Combined Orthopaedic Knee Societies (2015) Cape Town, South Africa
- Two stage revision for sepsis after TKR; South African, British and Australian Combined Orthopaedic Knee Societies (2015) Cape Town, South Africa
- Patient specific patellofemoral arthroplasty; RAPDASA (2015)
- Patella Instability; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2015)
- Knee Dr Spike Erasmus Requisite for a successful PFA; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2015)
- Uni indications and technique; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2015)
- Management of a septic prosthesis; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2015)
- Quadriceps tendon for ACL and PCL reconstruction; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2015)
- Two stage revision for sepsis with the original prosthesis as a temporary insert; South African Knee and Arthroscopic Society Annual Meetings (2015)
- Orientation of the Trochlea Groove; ISAKOS (2015) Lyon, France
- Patellofemoral Arthroplasty: Its Effect on Trochlea Anatomy; ISAKOS (2015) Lyon, France
2016
- Two stage procedure for sepsis after TKR; ESSKA (2016) Barcelona, Spain
- Ideal PFJ; The Uni Knee Meeting (2016) Knokke, Belgium
- Lateral UKR is different; UOC User Meeting (2016) Chengdu, China
- Patella instability; COMOC (2016)
- 16-year follow-up of MPFL reconstructions; COMOC (2016)
- Where do we stand with patient specific prosthesis? RAPDASA (2016)
- Effect of anterior femoral cut on PFJ; ESSKA (2016) Barcelona, Spain
- Quadriceps ACL reconstruction in rugby players; ESSKA (2016) Barcelona, Spain
- 16 year follow up of MPFL reconstruction; ESSKA (2016) Barcelona, Spain
2017
- Management of first time patella dislocation; ISAKOS (2017) Shanghai, China
- Biomechanics of osteotomy around the knee; SAOA (2017)
- How 3D printing technology is shaping our orthopaedic practice; RAPDASA (2017)
- Geometry of the femoral components in fixed bearing UKA; South African Arthroplasty congress (2017)
- The ideal patello femoral design; South African Arthroplasty congress (2017)
- “Bone Balancing” Technique in TKA; South African Arthroplasty congress (2017)
- Tibial tubercle osteotomy; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2017)
- Ideal PFA; Smith & Nephew A-Z Meeting (2017)
- Bone balancing in TKR; ISAKOS (2017) Shanghai, China
- Femoral radii of commercial UKRs; ISAKOS (2017) Shanghai, China
2018
- Bone Balancing in Knee Arthroplasty – The African Perspective; ESSKA (2018) Glasgow, Scotland
- Combining gap balancing and measured resection in TKR (invited lecturer); EKA (2018) Naples, Italy
- Unstable patella – philosophy and treatment; Winelands meeting (2018)
- Instructional course: Bone balancing a marriage between gap balancing and measured resection; South African Orthopaedic Association Annual Congresses (2018)
- Instructional course: The valgus knee; South African Orthopaedic Association Annual Congresses (2018)
- Sagittal curve design variation of fixed bearing UKRs in comparision to the normal native knees; ESSKA (2018) Glasgow, Scotland
- Bone balancing technique in TKR; ESSKA (2018) Glasgow, Scotland
2019
- Chairman and contributor: Patello femoral replacement; ISAKOS (2019) Cancun, Mexico
- Bone balancing in TKR; ISAKOS (2019) Cancun, Mexico
- Instructional course on lateral UKR; ISAKOS (2019) Cancun, Mexico
- Chairman and contributor: Patello femoral replacement; ISAKOS Mexico (2019)
- Bone balancing in TKR; ISAKOS Mexico (2019)
- Instructional course on lateral UKR; ISAKOS Mexico (2019)
- 2D planning for total knee replacement; EKA Mexico (2019)
- Quadriceps tendon ACL reconstruction; SAKS (2019)
- South African Knee and Arthroscopy Society (SAKS): Founding member since 1986 and former President
- South African Orthopaedic Association (SAOA): Member since 1980
- International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS):
– Member since 1991
– Member of Executive Committee, Knee Committee, and Development Comimittee 2015 – 2019 - International Patellofemoral Study Group (IPSG): Member since 2000
- European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery, and Arthroscopy (ESSKA): Member since 2015
- European Knee Associates (EKA): Elected member since 2015
CONTACT
Institute of Orthopaedics and Rheumatology
CONSULTING HOURS
Monday – Friday
08:00 – 17:00
Knee Clinic
CONSULTING HOURS
Monday – Friday
08:00 – 17:00