I was asked to give clinical input on the decision-making for a Ukrainian soldier who was injured in a blast injury during fighting in the Ukraine. With my experience in high energy complex trauma gained in South Africa, I was able to add value to the discussion. The evening was spent with a social event where patients attended as well as surgeons. Collaboration and innovation, hosted by Vincent Stirler and the team.
Visiting Prof Thomas Maal and the team at the Radboud 3D Lab, we explored the synergy between technology and clinical practice. The discussions on potential collaborations to enhance patient care were truly inspiring.
Prospects of a satellite digital surgery lab at Mediclinic Winelands Orthopaedic Hospital and the Institute of Orthopaedics and Rheumatology (IOR) in Stellenbosch.