Why Collaboration Matters in Orthopaedic Care

In orthopaedic care, outcomes improve when decisions are informed, experience is shared, and the patient is treated as more than a single diagnosis. Move Orthopaedics was created around this belief.

Three experienced orthopaedic surgeons came together, not to build a bigger practice, but to build a better way of caring for patients. A way that replaces silos with collaboration, and isolated opinions with shared clinical insight. The result is a practice built on collective expertise, focused on one thing that matters deeply to patients: moving well, with confidence.

A shared vision for better orthopaedic care

Move Orthopaedics was founded by Dr Stefan Wever, Dr Peter Hardcastle, and

Dr Johann Groenewald three partners who recognised a recurring challenge in modern healthcare.

Orthopaedic care can happen in isolation. One surgeon. One opinion. One lens.

Through years of practice, they saw how patients benefited when expertise was shared. Complex lower-limb conditions rarely fit neatly into one speciality. Knees affect hips. Ankles influence gait. Trauma impacts long-term joint health. When surgeons collaborate, patients get clearer answers and better outcomes.

Move Orthopaedics exists to make that collaboration intentional.

Strength through collaboration, not compromise

At Move Orthopaedics patients are reviewed collaboratively when needed. This means patients benefit from multiple expert perspectives without unnecessary delays or referrals.

This shared approach allows for:

• More accurate diagnoses

• Balanced treatment recommendations

• Thoughtful surgical decision-making

• Personalised, staged recovery plans

It also creates confidence for patients who may be uncertain, overwhelmed, or seeking reassurance that they are choosing the right path forward.

Meet the specialists behind Move Orthopaedics

Dr Wever

Dr Wever specialises in lower-limb surgery, with a particular focus on foot and ankle conditions, sports injuries, and reconstructive procedures. He is experienced in minimally invasive surgery and arthroscopic procedures, supporting more precise treatment and recovery. His work often involves restoring stability, alignment, and function for patients whose mobility has been compromised by injury or chronic conditions such as ankle instability.

Dr Hardcastle

Dr Hardcastle brings deep expertise in knee and hip surgery, including arthroscopy, joint preservation, and knee replacement procedures. He is known for managing complex joint conditions and helping patients regain movement while preserving long-term joint health.

Dr Groenewald

Dr Groenewald’s background in arthroplasty of the hip and knee, as well as soft-tissue injuries of the knee and general orthopaedics, adds a critical dimension to the team. His experience is invaluable for patients managing joint degeneration, recovering from injury, or seeking expert care to restore mobility and long-term function.

Together, the surgeons at Move Orthopaedics offer comprehensive care across the foot, ankle, knee, and hip, supported by decades of combined experience.

A lower-limb focus that looks at the whole person

Lower-limb conditions are rarely isolated problems. Pain in one joint often leads to compensation elsewhere, affecting posture, balance, and overall mobility.

By specialising in lower-limb orthopaedics, Move Orthopaedics takes a whole-system view. Whether treating sports injuries, degenerative joint conditions, or trauma-related issues, the focus is always on restoring function in a way that supports long-term movement and quality of life.

This approach is particularly valuable for:

• Athletes aiming to return to performance safely

• Older patients wanting to maintain independence

• Patients navigating complex or recurring injuries

Beyond surgery: a curated patient experience

Excellent outcomes are not achieved in theatre alone. At Move Orthopaedics, patients are supported by a carefully coordinated team that enhances the experience before, during, and after treatment.

While individual roles may not always be visible, patients benefit from:

• Seamless coordination and communication

• Dedicated nursing and wound-care support

• Strong rehabilitation and physiotherapy partnerships

• Thoughtful follow-up and aftercare planning

Aftercare is not a standard protocol.

It is curated for each patient, taking into account their condition, lifestyle, goals, and recovery timeline. This level of personalisation helps patients heal with confidence and clarity.

Designed for clarity, built for trust

Move Orthopaedics was created for patients who value:

• Clear explanations and honest guidance

• Access to multiple expert opinions

• A calm, reassuring clinical experience

• Confidence that every decision is made with care

Based in Cape Town, the practice brings together orthopaedic surgeons specialising in lower-limb care to offer a more connected, patient-centred model of treatment.