Built for Mornington Peninsula and south-east Melbourne patients — post-op rehab, hand therapy referrals, and long-standing joint and spinal pain. GP referral welcome but not required to start with the physio team.
In-house physiotherapists
Locations across south-east Melbourne
Years rehabilitating Peninsula patients
East Coast Orthopaedic Physiotherapy — ECO Physio — is a specialist physio and rehab practice on the Mornington Peninsula and in southeast Melbourne. Founded by orthopaedic surgeon Mr Santosh Jacob, it has grown around the rehab team, with in-house surgery, acute care and onsite hand therapy alongside.
Patient-centred and evidence-based, with close coordination between physiotherapists, surgeons, physicians, GPs, anaesthetists and orthotists — so care stays continuous from first assessment through to full rehabilitation.
Wheelchair-accessible, on-site parking, and direct public-transport access at the main Frankston rooms.
ECO Physio leads on physiotherapy and rehabilitation, with surgery and acute care alongside — so every phase of recovery is managed by a specialist.
Hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow. State-of-the-art operative and non-operative techniques.
Patient-specific guides, computer navigation and robotic-assisted hip, knee, and shoulder replacement.
Fracture and dislocation management for children, adults and the elderly; ACL injuries, dislocated shoulders.
Ethical, evidence-based management of long-standing musculoskeletal problems with no one-size-fits-all approach.
Fracture management, pain management, image-guided biologic therapy.
Pre-habilitation, post-operative rehab, sports performance, NDIS, strength & conditioning.
Every practitioner brings deep sub-specialist expertise to the clinic, collaborating closely to ensure patients receive continuous, aligned care.
Acute Care Physician
A passionate emergency physician with a special interest in acute fracture management, follow-up and ongoing care. Kevin regularly manages acute fractures and joint dislocations in the emergency department and works closely with Santosh to deliver best-practice non-operative pathways. Special interest in image-guided biologic therapy to facilitate recovery.
Physiotherapist
Graduated from Monash University in 2018 with honours. Has worked across local sports clubs (basketball, netball, AFL), travelling sports teams (netball, cycling), private clinics and community rehab-in-the-home for people recovering from major injuries and operations. Loves problem-solving with patients to make sure life can keep going around an injury.
Physiotherapist
A physiotherapist in the bayside region since 2006, with experience across private practice and hospital settings after graduating from the University of Melbourne. Worked extensively with several AFL football teams including the Carlton Football Club. Firm believer in hands-on treatment combined with appropriate rehabilitation exercises.
Physiotherapist
Graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) in 2022. Tailored exercise and manual therapy combined with deep listening to each patient's goals. Experience across local sporting teams (football, netball, basketball), strength-and-conditioning environments and NDIS community care. Currently training for an Ironman 70.3 triathlon.
Physiotherapist
Has been providing musculoskeletal physiotherapy to the bayside and southern suburbs for over 25 years. Founded Cheltenham Physiotherapy Clinic in 1987, followed by City Baths Sports Medicine Clinic and Pilates Bayside, with an emphasis on spinal and sports-injury management. Has worked with AFL teams at the elite level.
Physiotherapist
Graduated from La Trobe University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Physiotherapy. Drawing on his own sporting background, Dylan worked with the North Melbourne Football Club for several years. Special interest in sports injuries, ACL repairs, post-operative rehabilitation and golf injuries — a firm believer that the combination of manual therapy and exercise prescription is the best way to achieve his clients' goals. Outside the clinic you'll find Dylan on the golf course or spending time with his family.
Orthopaedic Surgeon · Founder
MBBS, MS (Ortho), FRACS, FAOA
An orthopaedic surgeon with a passion and drive to help people. Based in Frankston but sought out for genuine care from across Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Gippsland, Phillip Island and interstate. Fellowship-trained in three of the most prestigious arthroplasty and arthroscopy centres in Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne, with experience treating Olympic athletes and professional teams.
Seven leading orthopaedic and arthroscopy societies — Australia and internationally.
AKS — Australian Knee Society
ISAKOS — International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
AAOS — American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
IAS — Indian Arthroscopy Society
RACS — Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
AOA — Australian Orthopaedic Association
AANA — Arthroscopy Association of North AmericaBehind every clinician is a small administration team coordinating appointments, hospital bookings, referrals and paperwork — so your visit is calm, organised and on time.
Senior Receptionist
Front-office lead and the friendly first voice patients hear. Keeps the practice in shape and care running smoothly across the Mornington Peninsula, bayside Melbourne, Phillip Island and Gippsland.
Practice Manager
Practice manager for whom nothing is impossible. Coordinates orthopaedic care across Melbourne and for patients travelling from interstate and overseas seeking the team's expertise.
Administration Support
Administration support — keeps the well-oiled machine rolling so clinicians can stay focused on patient care.
Mr Santosh Jacob holds membership of seven major Australian and international orthopaedic and arthroscopy societies, contributing to ongoing peer dialogue, training and best-practice standards.
AKS — Australian Knee SocietyAKS
National peer group setting standards for knee surgery in Australia.
ISAKOS — International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports MedicineISAKOS
Global body for arthroscopic, knee and sports surgery best practice.
AAOS — American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsAAOS
Major international academy publishing peer-reviewed orthopaedic guidelines.
IAS — Indian Arthroscopy SocietyIAS
International peer network for arthroscopic surgery and joint preservation.
RACS — Royal Australasian College of SurgeonsRACS
Surgical training and credentialing body for Australia and New Zealand.
AOA — Australian Orthopaedic AssociationAOA
Peak national body for orthopaedic surgeons practising in Australia.
AANA — Arthroscopy Association of North AmericaAANA
Leading North American society advancing minimally invasive joint surgery.
Mr Jacob remains actively involved in clinical research, peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations, regularly contributing to international meetings of the societies above.
ECO Physio leads day-to-day care, working in step with the surgical and acute-care teams. Two dedicated programs run from our Frankston rooms — ECO Physiotherapy and Kingston Hand Therapy.
Four dedicated physiotherapists working alongside the surgical and acute-care teams. Pre-habilitation, post-operative rehab, sports performance, NDIS, and strength & conditioning — coordinated directly with the treating specialist.
ECO Hand Therapy is delivered onsite at the Frankston rooms by Kingston Hand Therapy — specialist treatment of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder, including post-operative splinting, tendon and nerve injury rehabilitation, and conservative arthritis management.
ECO Physiotherapy is a group of highly trained, vastly experienced physios who have come together to optimise patient outcomes. We bring our collective expertise to every patient — driven by a passion for orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation, and a desire to enhance recovery and maximise function.
Complete care from diagnosis through hospital stay, discharge and return to function — with the rehab team in step with the treating surgeon at every stage.
Extensive experience with recreational and high-performance athletes across AFL, soccer, basketball, cricket and athletics — accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment to expedite a safe return to sport.
Assess, diagnose and treat the cause of spinal pain. Through education and exercise, most patients reduce pain, minimise recurrence and become independent of ongoing therapy.
The hand therapists at Kingston Hand Therapy are qualified Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists with advanced postgraduate upper-limb education and training. Tom and Dave are both Accredited Hand Therapists awarded by the Australian Hand Therapy Association — recognised as expert in hand and upper-limb rehabilitation. They diagnose, assess and treat injuries to fingers, hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders caused by work, sport, recreation or motor accidents.
Distal radius, scaphoid and other carpal bone fractures — including custom-made circumferential thermoplastic wrist splints as an alternative to plaster of Paris.
Finger fractures from ball sports, ranging from simple to complex cases requiring surgical correction and long-term rehabilitation to manage stiffness, swelling and rotation.
The most common condition affecting the hand in the western world, caused by compression of the median nerve at the wrist — conservative management and post-surgical rehab.
Gradual wearing of cartilage that causes joint deterioration. Tailored programs to protect joints, manage pain and preserve function from the fourth decade onward.
Pain and swelling in the thumb and wrist from inflammation of the thumb tendons — common in new mothers and with repetitive manual handling.
Also treats: Extensor tendon repair, Flexor tendon repair, Wrist ligament sprains & strains, Tennis elbow, Skier's thumb.
Comprehensive management across the musculoskeletal spectrum.
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Main Rooms
2 Rodney Court, Frankston VIC 3199
Onsite parking, wheelchair access, train and bus access, onsite physiotherapy and hand therapy.
Consulting Suites
Churchill Suites, Mulgrave Private Hospital, Blanton Drive, Mulgrave VIC 3170
Enter via the street consulting-suites entrance, or be guided down from main hospital reception.
Consulting Suites
Ramsay Specialist Centre, 130 Boneo Road, Capel Sound VIC
Consulting out of the specialist centre.
East Coast Orthopaedic Physiotherapy is a specialist private practice and is not a bulk-billing clinic.
Current consultation fees are provided by the rooms and confirmed prior to each appointment; a method of payment is required at the time of booking.
Surgical fees are structured to AMA guidelines, with gap charges voluntarily capped to reduce out-of-pocket costs. Quoted fees cover the surgeon's fee only — hospital, anaesthetic, surgical-assistant, radiology, pathology and pharmacy charges are billed separately and may be partly or fully covered by private health insurance. Patients are encouraged to confirm their cover with their fund prior to admission.
Flexibility is offered on compassionate grounds at the practice's discretion.
Real reviews from patients on Google — gathered from Mr Santosh Jacob and the team at East Coast Orthopaedics.
“A HUGE thanks and shout out to the team at East coast Orthopaedics particularly Dr Santosh Jacob, I would recommend Dr Santosh to anyone requiring investigation and treatment for any orthopaedic issues especially in relation to Knees but…”
Patricia Visentine
“The most phenomenal surgeon we have ever come across. Dr Santosh Jacob helped me with a hip issue, and my daughter with her knee surgery. From the initial phone call, to the surgery, to the after care for my daughter was amazing. He took…”
Martha Doukakis
“I was so lucky to have Mr Santosh Jacob consult on, and then repair a complicated fracture to my femur that involved my knee joint as a result of a sporting injury. His skill has meant that I have been able to return to my full role at…”
David
“Dr santosh removed my bone spurs and fixed and repaired my torn ligaments and did an amazing job. I'm back to feeling amazing and so happy to be able to be walking around freely once again. I'd highly recommend him, he's such a nice kind…”
Nick Staples
“Would recommend this orthopaedic to anyone that needs an amazing surgeon and physio!!! Santosh was an amazing surgeon, very helpful, Now I wouldn't want to go to anyone else he was absolutely amazing. I had Taylor as my physio and she was…”
Amii Ramsay
“From start to finish would thoroughly recommend Dr Jacob and his team. All fabulous efficient and friendly. Dr Jacob I felt at ease with the moment I met him and I knew I was in safe hands from the get go. The surgery went smoothly thank…”
Lisa Iswahyudi
“Dr Santosh operated on my 71yo mum for a knee she'd been struggling with for a long time. He performed a knee arthroscopy and meniscal repair. Mum could not believe she was pain free after the surgery. 3.5 weeks later she has had her post…”
Kerri N
“We cannot recommend Dr. Santosh Jacob highly enough. He has guided our family through multiple shoulder surgeries for my husband with exceptional skill, care and compassion. His communication is always clear and reassuring, and his bedside…”
E Raff
“Santosh gave me an emergency wrist reconstruction after an accident three years ago, and recently did my shoulder repair after sports injury. He has an excellent manner with his patients and is supportive of using surgery as a last resort.…”
Ella Linton-Smith
“I can't speak highly enough of Mr Santosh Jacobs and the staff at Eastcoast Orthopaedics. Over the last couple of years I have been suffering with back and leg issues. Previous doctors steered me in the wrong direction. I was referred to…”
Christine Deppeler
“Total knee replacement with the very skilful and caring Dr Jacob using Mako robotic technology. Delighted with rhe result and the care received. Support team are amazing, friendly and on the ball. No more pain no more limp. Glad to have chosen Dr Jacob.”
Barry Howe
“A big thank you to Dr Santosh and his team. Dr Santosh did an amazing job in assisting my son Jayden with his MPFL surgery. He is an amazing surgeon who is professional and caring. I would highly recommend Dr Santosh.”
Velogan Muthayan
“I had to have a knee arthroscopy 10 months following an ACL reconstruction/meniscus repair. A friend of mine recommended Dr Santosh Jacob to me and raved on about how great of a guy he was. After feeling like I had an average experience in…”
Dakota Watson
“Dr Santosh Jacob's replaced my right shoulder. I could not be happier with the consultations, surgery and follow up. Santosh is so personable and easy to talk to. Jacinta in reception is also delightful. I would not hesitate to recommend…”
Cheryl Sawyer
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