About Dr
Thomas Hilton

ORTHOPAEDIC TUMOUR & INFECTION SURGEON

"In orthopaedics, especially when treating bone tumours and infections, precision and collaboration are everything. Every patient deserves a thoughtful, well-informed approach, because getting it right the first time can mean the difference between preserving quality of life or enduring unnecessary hardship. My mission is to bring world-class care to South Africa, ensuring that no patient has to face these challenges without the expertise they need."

DR THOMAS HILTON

Qualifications

Dr Hilton’s journey in orthopaedics has been marked by years of dedication, advanced training, and specialised fellowships in orthopaedic oncology and joint reconstruction.

Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBChB) – University of Cape Town
Masters of Medicine (Orthopaedics) – University of Cape Town
Fellowship of College of Orthopaedic Surgeons – South Africa

Fellowships

Orthopaedic Oncology & Joint Reconstruction – Cape Town, South Africa
Orthopaedic Oncology & Joint Reconstruction – Stanmore, London

CV/Bio

Clinical Focus

Dr Hilton’s clinical focus is centred on limb salvage and providing expert care for complex orthopaedic conditions.

Limb salvage surgery for sarcomas and metastatic bone disease
Complex revision joint arthroplasty
Management of prosthetic joint infections
Bone and soft tissue tumour excision
Reconstruction using custom prostheses
Non-invasive limb lengthening techniques
Treatment of failed and complex orthopaedic trauma
Advanced techniques in skeletal metastasis stabilisation
Biological reconstruction methods, including allografts and autografts
Intraoperative navigation and imaging for tumour resection
Soft tissue sarcoma management with integrated multidisciplinary care
Salvage procedures for periprosthetic fractures
Treatment of pathological fractures secondary to malignancy

Published Articles

Leadership

Dr Hilton’s professional journey is defined by leadership, dedication, and a commitment to advancing orthopaedic care in South Africa.

Head of Orthopaedic Oncology Unit – Groote Schuur & Red Cross Children’s Hospital

Editorial and Research Roles

Sub-Editor (Oncology) – South African Orthopaedic Journal
Reviewer – South African Orthopaedic Journal
South African Orthopaedic Registry Oncology Committee Member

International Representation and Leadership

Chairperson – SICOT (International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology)
Research & Education Committee Member – SICOT
Sub-Committee Chairman (Oncology) – SOLS (South African Oncology and Limb Salvage Society)