Dr Lambers is excited to be returning to Northeast Victoria in February 2026. If you would like to make an appointment, please see the Your First Visit or Contact pages for more information.
UPDATE: Now taking referrals via HealthLink ID alambers
Public and private patients can now be referred for appointments in February when the practice will open. Please note a casual secretary will call patients ad-hoc to book these patients in upon receipt of a referral until full time staff commence in mid February 2026. Messages can be left on our practice phone number or via email in the meantime.
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As a surgeon embedded in a small community, Dr Lambers values close collaboration with GPs, other specialists, and allied health professionals, recognising that each plays a critical role in supporting patients through treatment and recovery.
The preferred avenue for receiving referrals is via HealthLink (EDI: alambers). This allows secure two-way messaging so that letters are able to be sent back to your practice. If this is not a service your practice has access to please email referrals to [email protected].
To ensure a smooth referral process and the best possible care for our shared patients, please include the following details in all referrals:
If you have a question regarding a referral for a fracture/acute injury, please read this page.
Dr Lambers sees patients with non-urgent (elective) conditions in his consulting rooms in Bright. Patients requiring fracture care are managed by Northeast Health Wangaratta hospital’s fracture service, where Dr Lambers works as part of the Orthopaedic Team’s on call roster.
Dr Lambers believes in a collaborative approach to patient care, ensuring open communication with referrers and timely updates on diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress. By working closely with you, he aims to provide the highest standard of care for every patient.
If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding referrals, please don’t hesitate to contact our clinic.
Dr Lambers has specialised in the treatment of conditions of the upper and lower limbs (from the hip to the foot and the shoulder to the hand). Dr Lambers does not treat spinal conditions, complex bone and soft tissue tumours (cancers) or developmental conditions in children which are best managed in expert centers. Dr Lambers' areas of interest are hip, knee and shoulder replacement and sports injuries such as ACL reconstruction.
Yes, a valid referral from the patient's GP or another specialist is required.
Public Patients: No out-of-pocket costs for surgeries performed at Northeast Health Wangaratta Public Hospital
Private Patients: Most surgeries follow a "known gap" payment scheme with a $500 out-of-pocket fee. Payments must be made at least two weeks before surgery. Additional costs may apply for anaesthetists, surgical assistants, tests, insurance excess, or other related fees
$210 with a Medicare rebate of $74.25 (out-of-pocket: $135.75)
