About Dr Samuel J. Lynskey
MBBS (GKHons), PhD, FRACS, FAOrthA
Orthopaedic Surgeon - Knee | Hip | Robotic Joint Replacement
Surgeries Performed
I specialise in hip and knee surgery, combining advanced surgical techniques with a focus on joint preservation, reconstruction, and personalised patient care.
Robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement, including partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement
Ligament reconstruction of the knee (ACL, PCL, and multiligament injuries), including primary and revision surgery
Complex knee reconstruction, including revision ACL and slope-correcting osteotomy
Meniscal surgery, including repair, preservation, and transplantation
Knee realignment procedures (osteotomy)
Cartilage restoration procedures, including osteochondral autograft transfer (OATs)
Patellofemoral stabilisation procedures.
About Dr Lynskey
Dr Samuel Lynskey is an Australian orthopaedic surgeon specialising in sports knee surgery, hip and knee replacement, and trauma surgery. He combines advanced surgical techniques with evidence-based practice to deliver personalised care focused on restoring function and helping patients return to the activities that matter most to them.
Following completion of his orthopaedic training and Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Dr Lynskey undertook advanced subspecialty fellowship training in sports knee surgery, joint replacement, and trauma.
He completed the Fortius Sports Knee Fellowship in London, one of Europe's leading sports orthopaedic fellowships, working alongside internationally recognised knee surgeons and contributing to the care of elite athletes, including English Premier League footballers, international rugby and cricket players, and professional dancers. This experience developed expertise in ligament reconstruction, meniscal preservation and transplantation, cartilage restoration, osteotomy, and complex knee reconstruction.
Dr Lynskey subsequently undertook advanced training in hip and knee arthroplasty at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne and the Fortius Clinic in London. He has particular expertise in robotic-assisted joint replacement, patient-specific surgical planning, implant positioning, and soft tissue balancing. His practice includes robotic-assisted total and partial knee replacement, as well as both anterior and posterior approach total hip replacement.
He further completed a rural arthroplasty and trauma fellowship with Associate Professor Alasdair Sutherland, gaining extensive experience in primary and complex joint reconstruction, fracture management, and trauma surgery.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Lynskey holds a PhD focused on the molecular and transcriptomic pathways underlying tendon healing and osteoarthritis. His research has contributed to the understanding of degenerative shoulder disease and informs his evidence-based approach to orthopaedic care.
Dr Lynskey holds public consultant appointments at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne and Northern Health and serves as Scientific Secretary of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Orthopaedic Association.
Clinical Practice
Dr Lynskey’s clinical practice encompasses:
Sports Knee Surgery
ACL, PCL and complex multiligament knee reconstruction
Revision ACL and complex revision knee ligament surgery
Meniscal repair, preservation, biologic augmentation and transplantation
Cartilage restoration procedures, including osteochondral autograft transplantation (OATS)
Knee realignment procedures (osteotomy)
Patellofemoral stabilisation surgery
Hip & Knee Replacement
Robotic-assisted total knee replacement
Partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement
Robotic-assisted total hip replacement
Total hip replacement (anterior and posterior approaches)
Complex primary and revision joint replacement
Trauma Surgery
Upper and lower limb fracture surgery
Peri-articular fracture management
Complex trauma reconstruction
Research and Academic Leadership
Dr Lynskey has completed a PhD investigating transcriptomic and molecular pathways in tendon healing, rotator cuff disease, shoulder osteoarthritis, and cuff-tear arthropathy. This work has produced multiple peer-reviewed publications and informs his biologically driven, evidence-based approach to orthopaedic care.
He maintains an active research interest in tendon and ligament biology, sports injury management, cartilage degeneration, and contemporary arthroplasty techniques.
Dr Lynskey is the author of multiple peer-reviewed publications in orthopaedic and sports medicine journals, including the American Journal of Sports Medicine, The Surgeon, and the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.
Teaching and Professional Leadership
Dr Lynskey is deeply committed to training the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. Through his public consultant appointments at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne and Northern Hospital, he is actively involved in registrar and medical student education, surgical supervision, and curriculum development.
He is the Scientific Secretary for the Victorian Branch of the Australian Orthopaedic Association, contributing to state-wide academic programming, scientific meetings, and ongoing professional development within orthopaedic surgery.
Dr Lynskey’s commitment to your care
Dr Lynskey has a strong commitment to precision orthopaedic surgery, particularly robotic-assisted joint replacement, where he employs advanced technologies to optimise implant alignment, soft-tissue balance, and functional outcomes. His aim is to facilitate smoother recovery, improved function, and durable long-term joint performance.
He works closely with physiotherapists, sports physicians, and general practitioners to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care tailored to each patient’s goals, occupation, and lifestyle.
Dr Lynskey consults privately at the Victorian Bone and Joint Specialists (VBJS) in Melbourne, Knox Private Hospital and the Northern Private Hospital. He provides modern, high-quality orthopaedic care grounded in surgical excellence, scientific insight, and compassionate practice.
Clinical Philosophy
Dr Lynskey believes that excellent orthopaedic care combines technical expertise, sound clinical judgement, and a clear understanding of each patient's goals. Whether treating elite athletes, active adults, or patients seeking relief from arthritis, he focuses on delivering evidence-based treatment plans that maximise function, support recovery, and achieve durable long-term outcomes.
