Dr Benjamin Hewitt in West Perth, Western Australia | Medical and health

Dr Benjamin Hewitt

Locality: West Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +6193221990

Address: Ground floor, 47 Stirling Highway 6009 West Perth, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.drbenjaminhewitt.com.au/

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24.01.2022 Perfect conditions for race two of the Sunsetsurfskiseries. Seen here with my young apprentices Ethan Jackson and Riley Walker.

23.01.2022 Harry beats his dad for the second race in a row. This time down in Albany for round 7 Open Water Swimming - WA

23.01.2022 The first Sunsetsurfskiseries race was a perfect down-winder. Michael Booth was the winner, but there were lots of fast times. Next weeks paddle is set to be even bigger. Another mars bar Ethan Jackson?

22.01.2022 Wild Sunday at the Surf Life Saving WA State Championships - Boats. Conditions perfect, they just need stronger skis.

21.01.2022 If you go out and check your pots enough, you finally get a feed of crayfish!

21.01.2022 Great day out at Rottnest Island, Western Australia competing in the Swim Thru Rottnest. The Cottesloe Crabs presented a great race. Im off the pace, but my advancing years mean Im still in the prize money!

21.01.2022 What a morning for the Busselton Jetty swim. Congrats to the winner, former Olympian Andy Donaldson. The Hewitt boys making up the minor placings. Thanks for doing the hard work for us Gareth Evans!

20.01.2022 The best time for planting a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time for planting a tree is today. With this Chinese proverb in mind a huge Frangipani was moved from its home of 80 years to our backyard. Hard work from Dr Benjamin Hewitt and Dr Niall Barrett!

20.01.2022 2018 has been a great year for the Rottnest Channel Swim. Thanks for being part of the best duo (though not the fastest) Grant Trew. Youre an amazing paddler Stephen Kernutt. And special thanks to Steve Toth, Eddie Gibbs and senior mariner Greg Trew(who definitely saved us time).

17.01.2022 Spent Sunday harvesting honey with Tim and Charlie Hewitt.

16.01.2022 Sunset Ski Series Fantastic turnout to the Sunsetsurfskiseries The wind seemed a bit westerly to me, but the leaders of the pack thrived.

15.01.2022 Of course a medical business should have access to a good defibrillator.

15.01.2022 Another swim thru Rottnest complete. Not the best day for it, but the friends make it worthwhile.

15.01.2022 Last Race Thursday arvo is the last in the Sunsetsurfskiseries and it looks like a good sea breeze will join us. This one will be full of locals, so give it a go.

14.01.2022 Port to Pub Swim What a fantastic weekend for the Port to Pub swim. Dr Ben Hewitt and his brother Dr Tim Hewitt came second in the duo category. Beaten on the day by two faster (and younger) swimmers. Congratulations Will Rollo and Byron Kimber. Picture here with Busselton GP Tony Best who was in charge of medical support for the race.

14.01.2022 First Indian Ocean Paddlers, Inc race of the season. The only thing missing was the wind. Dave Graham looking happier at the start than at the finish. Super strong paddle by the winner Brendan Rice

12.01.2022 Sunsetsurfskiseries This event is going fantastically despite a lack of Eastern States Competition this year. The wind looks good for Tuesday and Thursday this week, so enter if you haven't already

12.01.2022 Surfing the small ones! Im wondering if the shoulder and foot/ankle injuries I see in surfers has any effect on the the waves I choose to take off on!

11.01.2022 Finishing a down-wind paddle race isnt always easy.....

11.01.2022 Hip Replacement & Hip Revision FAQs Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common and successful orthopaedic operations performed worldwide. It is usually... performed when the hip joint wears out resulting in pain and dysfunction. Such deterioration in your joint can dramatically affect your quality of life. Last year in Australia there were over 34 thousand hip replacements performed, this number has been steadily increasing every year. The following section hopefully answers some of the commonly asked questions about hip replacement and hip revision surgery. Why would I need a hip replacement? The hip joint is one of the most important joints in your body. We rely on it to stand, walk and do all of our usual daily activities. It consists of a ball and socket joint with a smooth hard bearing cartilage. This cartilage is the key to the joint functioning well, if it becomes damaged the joint will become painful and stiff. The most common cause of damage to hip joint cartilage is osteoarthritis, but the cartilage can also be damaged by infection or trauma. If the cartilage is damaged the joint usually becomes painful and progressively more stiff. In some patients this can be very severe. Normally the hip is replaced when you are getting severe pain on a daily basis and it is stopping you doing the activities you want or need to do. For some people this might be the inability to sleep without pain, others might no longer be able to walk the dog or play golf. The aim of any hip replacement is to remove your pain and stiffness and get you back to the activities you enjoy. Are there any alternatives to hip replacements? Absolutely ! A hip replacement is the last resort. In some patients painkillers , injections and exercises can provide temporary relief. If the hip joint is worn out and the symptoms become debilitating then the only long term solution is a hip replacement. How long will my hip replacement last As is the case with all mechanical devices hip replacements can fail, this usually occurs when the bearing surface wears out and the components become loose. The details of all hip replacements performed in Australia are recorded and analysed by the Australian National Joint Replacement Registry. This means that Dr Hewitt (and thus you ) have access to exactly how long most joint replacements last. On average at 10 yrs 94% of joint replacements are functioning well, at 15yrs this has dropped to 90 %. This means that if you have a hip replacement you have a 90% chance of it working well at 15 yrs after your original operation. Try getting that from the next motor vehicle you buy ! What is the difference between hip replacement and hip revision? If a hip replacement fails or comes loose a new hip replacement needs to be inserted. The operation to remove the old joint ( also called the primary joint ) and insert a new joint is called a revision hip replacement. Usually this is a bigger operation than the first operation and needs to be carefully planned. What are the different types of artificial hips? What type will I get ? Most hip replacements are very similar and consist of a cup, bearing surface ( that sits within the cup ) and a stem. The stem and cup are metal and Dr Hewitt uses a uncemented system . This means that the components are pressed into the bone which then ( in time ) grows onto them, hopefully holding them in place forever. The ideal bearing surface is hotly debated amongst hip surgeons. Metal on highly cross linked plastic performs the best on the Australian Joint Registry which is why Dr Hewitt uses this in the majority of patients. How do I prepare for a hip operation? Once you and Dr Hewitt have decided that hip replacement is your best option the rest is easy. His experienced staff will assist you in selecting a surgery date and booking in to the Hospital. Dr Hewitt exclusively performs his hip replacements at Hollywood Private Hospital. In most situations Hollywood will contact you prior to your operation for a pre-admission assessment. This may involve a short appointment at Hollywood where the nursing staff will answer any queries and make sure you are fit and ready to proceed. How long will I need to be in hospital Most patients will stay in hospital for 4-5 nights. This time is spent optimising your recovery and beginning your rehabilitation. Dr Hewitt and yourself will decide when you are safe and comfortable to go home. If you have any further questions, or believe you require hip replacement surgery , please contact Dr. Benjamin Hewitts office to arrange a consultation.

10.01.2022 What a beautiful morning for the Fremantle Ports Swim Thru. Well run by the Freo Fins club. Pictured are the top 5 male swimmers after the 2.5km and the top U18 female! Aaron Maxwell, Frank Van Rooyen, Craig Martin, Ben, Daisy and Charlie.

09.01.2022 Despite getting a great young surf swimmer (thanks Ethan Jackson) I didnt manage to beat my boys in the SunSmart Coastal Relay at North Cottesloe Beach. Thanks to Surf Life Saving WA for organising such a well run event, great fun. Well done to Andy Donaldson and Jack Retty who won the male duo.

09.01.2022 You need to have your knees in good working order to get up to this hilltop.

09.01.2022 Here are some photos of Bens consulting rooms at 48 Outram street West Perth

09.01.2022 Fantastic day for Open Water Swimming - WA . Cottesloe Beach was the perfect location for it. Pity the course seemed long and my sons are now too fast for me. I can still beat my daughter, though!

07.01.2022 OK the Crays are now officially running.

06.01.2022 Can you spot the Queen? No, I couldnt either. Checking the brood is healthy (yep) and ready for our next harvest. We still have lots of honey left from last harvest though. So if anyone needs a sweet Christmas, let me know.......

06.01.2022 Rough waters due to a strong easterly meant quick times at the 2018 Rottnest Channel Swim. We saw some funny sights, like a floating swag, but a sinking ship!

05.01.2022 Crays running. New personal record, 23 inside and one clinging outside the pot! Boat limit in one pull.

05.01.2022 The Crays are running. While I was pulling pots I wondered if I should get back to diving for Crays. After seeing two Great White Sharks milling about the boat I decided maybe not....

05.01.2022 Dr. Benjamin Hewitt is away for the week starting Monday 1st July until Monday 10th July. You can still book an appointment as his rooms will be open 9am-5pm as usual.

04.01.2022 Its spring-time and the bees are swarming.....not all of them from Hewitt Hives, but this one at our neighbours house was probably from our roof hives. I collected the bees and started another...at my brothers place. Thanks Dr Tim Hewitt.

03.01.2022 Knee Skiing Injuries We are now in the middle of the Northern hemisphere ski season, and from all accounts there has been plenty of snow in all the major destinations. As the end of the school holidays approaches families are returning to Perth and we are beginning to see the usual surge in ski related knee injuries....Continue reading

02.01.2022 Some cool snow now in the Northern hemisphere ski season. Look after your knees!