Dr Martin Di Nallo
MD, FAAOT, FRACS (Ortho), FAOrthAa
Orthopaedic Surgeon - Knee, Foot & Ankle
Dr Martin Di Nallo is an internationally and Australian trained orthopaedic surgeon with 10+ years of experience specialising in lower-limb orthopaedic conditions. He consults from Bowral and Goulburn.
Dr Di Nallo has a particular clinical focus on knee, foot and ankle conditions. He is an expert in the management of acute knee injuries from sports or workplace accidents requiring reconstruction, arthritis of the knee and ankle requiring replacement, as well minimally invasive techniques such as arthroscopy of the knee and ankle.
He also provides lower-limb fracture management and surgery for patients needing urgent care.
Dr Di Nallo is known for his friendly, approachable manner and for taking the time to understand each patient’s concerns, lifestyle and treatment goals. Patients often comment that consultations with Dr Di Nallo never feel rushed, and that he explains conditions and treatment options in a clear and easy-to-understand way.
Dr Di Nallo believes surgery should only be recommended when truly necessary. He takes a conservative, patient-first approach and will always explore non-surgical options such as physiotherapy, bracing, activity modification and injections before considering an operation.
After completing his medical degree in 2010, Dr Di Nallo undertook orthopaedic surgery training and gained broad experience in managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He moved to Australia in 2015 to further expand his surgical training and has since completed multiple advanced fellowship positions with leading orthopaedic surgeons and centres of excellence across Australia.
Through this extensive fellowship training, Dr Di Nallo developed particular expertise in lower limb surgery, with a strong focus on knee surgery, foot and ankle surgery and sports injuries. He has completed sub-speciality training in the following areas:
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Knee reconstructive surgery
- Knee replacement surgery
- Sports hip surgery
In 2019, Dr Di Nallo became a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) and is also a Fellow of the Australian Orthopaedic Association (FAOrthA). These qualifications reflect many years of advanced surgical training, examinations and commitment to the highest standards of orthopaedic care.
Dr Di Nallo also undertook international fellowship training in minimally invasive foot surgery in Bordeaux, France, where he refined his skills in modern surgical techniques designed to reduce soft tissue disruption, minimise scarring and improve recovery times.
Since settling in the Southern Highlands in 2020, Dr Di Nallo has become highly regarded for providing comprehensive orthopaedic care to patients across Bowral, Goulburn and the Campbelltown regions. He has helped introduce a number of advanced procedures to the local area, including ankle replacement surgery, complex foot deformity correction and knee joint-preserving surgery.
Special Interests
- Knee replacement surgery
- Knee reconstruction and lower-limb sports injuries (ACL, PCL, etc)
- Knee arthroscopy (cartilage injuries, pain, joint reconstruction)
- Knee joint-preserving surgery (osteotomy)
- Patellofemoral (kneecap) instability
- Minimally invasive foot surgery (bunions, etc)
- Ankle arthroscopy (ligament surgery)
- Ankle arthritis
- Ankle fusion and ankle replacement
- Trauma and fracture management
Personal Life
Outside of work, Dr Di Nallo enjoys being part of the Southern Highlands community and values the opportunity to care for patients close to home. He understands the importance of building long-term relationships with patients and providing care that is honest, personalised and focused on achieving the best possible outcome.
When not working, Martin can be found with his wife and two young children enjoying the lifestyle that the Southern Highlands has to offer. He is a passionate rugby fan and follows many other sports.
Qualifications
- Fellow of the Australian Orthopaedic Association (FAOrthA)
- Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
- Fellow of the Argentine Association of Orthopaedics & Trauma (FAAOT)
- Medical Doctor (MD), University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, 2010
Sub-Specialised Fellowship Training
- Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery Fellowship, Bordeaux, France
- Sports Hip Fellowship, Sydney
- Knee Arthroplasty & Sports Injuries Fellowship, Sydney
- Foot & Ankle Fellowship, Sydney
Professional Appointments
- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, University of Wollongong
Memberships
- Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA)
- Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS)
- Australian Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS)
Consulting Locations
- Bowral
- Goulburn
Operating Locations
- Southern Highlands Private Hospital, Bowral
- Campbelltown Private, Campbelltown
- The George Centre, Gregory Hills
- St George Private, Kogarah
- Norwest Private Hospital, Bella Vista
- Sydney Southwest Private Hospital, Liverpool
- Goulburn Base Hospital (Public)
Community Involvement
- Sponsor, Moss Vale Football Club
- Volunteer, Step2Walk Charity: providing surgical care of disabling foot and ankle deformities in underserved regions of the world.
- Vice President, Gumnut Bowral Memorial Preschool Committee
Research Publications
“Percutaneous Arthroscopically Assisted Cheilectomy Combined To Percutaneous Proximal Phalanx Osteotomy In Hallux Rigidus: Clinical And Radiological Outcomes In 30 Feet At A 48-Month Follow-Up”. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2023 Oct 19:103710. doi: 10.1016/j.otsr.2023.103710.
“Patient and Injury Characteristics do not Accurately Predict Risk of Below-Normal Quality of Life Following Multiple-Ligament Knee Injury and Reconstruction”. ePoster. ISAKOS 2017. Shanghai, China. Sydney Orthopaedic Research Institute, Chatswood, NSW, Australia
‘‘Percutaneous Surgery for Mild to Moderate Hallux Valgus’’. Lam P, Lee M, Xing J and Di Nallo M. Foot and Ankle Clinics of North America. 2016. doi: 10.1016/j.fcl.2016.04.001
‘‘One-Year All-Cause Mortality of Patients Diagnosed as Having In-Hospital Pulmonary Embolism After Modern Elective Joint Arthroplasty Is Low And Unaffected By Radiologic Severity’’ Gonzalez Della Valle A, Di Nallo M Salvati E and Westrich G (Hospital for Special Surgery, NYC, USA). J Arthroplasty. 2016 Feb;31(2):473-9. doi: 10.1016/j.arth.2015.09.006. Epub 2015 Sep 24.
“Day-to-day Work in a Sports Medical Team”. Chapters: Tennis related injuries epidemiology and abdominal muscles strains in tennis players. Argentine Association of Orthopaedic and Sports Surgery (AATD), December 2015.
‘‘Knee Pain in a Professional Tennis Player’’. Di Nallo M, Khoury M, Santa Coloma E. Argentine Association of Orthopaedic and Sports Surgery Journal, 2014; 21(1): 42
Personal Q&As
Why did you choose this profession?
I believe we all choose medicine for different reasons. I grew up in a small community and I always liked helping people. I looked up to the town’s paediatrician who was a good friend of my family. Apart from being his patient, he was a mentor for me who inspired me to become a doctor.
What is your favourite operation and why?
I have many, but I do enjoy performing deformity corrections. Whether it is the knee or the foot, re-alignment procedures are technically challenging but have a high patient satisfaction rate. Patients who have had a mal-alignment for a long time are extremely happy once they see their limb in a straighter position.
What are some hobbies and interests outside of work that you enjoy?
I enjoy spending my spare time with my family and friends. I love sports, I ride my bicycle quite regularly and go for a swim on a weekly basis.
Take The First Step
Towards Relief Today!
If you are experiencing knee, foot or ankle pain, or want to discuss your options, Dr Martin Di Nallo provides thoughtful, patient-first orthopaedic care across Bowral, Goulburn and Campbelltown.
With a conservative approach and a focus on clear advice, personalised treatment and unhurried consultations, Dr Di Nallo is committed to helping you return to the activities that matter most.
