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Facilitating the future of healthcare

Research & Innovation

As a leading orthopaedic surgeon engaged in research and innovation, I rigorously quantify my actions, facilitating continuous refinement. Simultaneously, I envision ambitious goals, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to craft the evolving masterpiece of patient care, epitomising innovation.

My team and I are currently involved in the development of innovations around the following themes:

  • 3D Printing as a way to prepare better for surgery.
  • Artificial intelligence and data science to improve Xray assessments.
  • 3D Printed truss cages to reconstruct bone defects.
  • Custom prosthesis for amputees.
  • Orthoses to improve external fixator functionality.
  • Intra-operative tools to optimise accuracy in positioning and placement of external fixation devices.
  • Development and testing of care pathways to optimise patient outcomes.
  • The use of augmented reality to improve teaching / training and also to facilitate pre-operative planning and intra-operative accuracy.

Research projects 

I have a keen interest in orthopaedic research. This research fosters collaboration and enhances my knowledge, enabling me to provide more effective solutions for my patients.

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Dr. Franz Birkholtz

Orthopaedic Surgeon
South Africa
T: +27 (0)21 861 6420
E: dr.fbirkholtz@ior.health