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Novelties of ankle fractures.

Bio
Professor Pierre Lascombes is a retired orthopaedic surgeon. He was Chairman of the Division of Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery and Professor of Orthopaedics in Geneva, Switzerland. Prior to this appointment, he was Head of the Department of Paediatric Orthopaedics and Professor of Anatomy at the University of Nancy, France. He has extensively published on traumatology in children, in particular the flexible intramedullary nailing technique which is also known as the Nancy nailing technique or ‘Nancy Nails’. Books were edited (French version 2006, English version 2010). He has published more than 150 peer reviewed papers and many book chapters. He has organized several educational courses with the SOFOP (French Society of Paediatric Orthopaedics) including the redaction of medical books: imaging of the hip in children (1985), benign bone tumors (1996), fractures in children (2005), long bone deformities and their correction (2009). Among his relations with the industry, he contributed to the development of the instrumentation and implants “Legacy®” (Medtronic Spine) for the surgical treatment of scoliosis, and the implants and instruments “T2 Kids®” as flexible intramedullary nails. Professor Lascombes is a member of many scientific societies. He is currently Past President of the European Pediatric Orthopedic Society (EPOS), as well as The French Paediatric Orthopedic Society (SOFOP).

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Elastic nailing in case of pediatric trauma.

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Professor in pediatric orthopedic surgery Head of federation of pediatric orthopedic surgery, children hospital, Hospices Civils de Lyon I’m currently working in Lyon, after 20 years in Nancy’s hospital. The Nancy’s team described the flexible intramedullary nailing more than 40 years ago and this technique remains the gold standard as treatment for the pediatric fractures. My main topics are traumatology, malignant tumors and congenital abnormalities of the limbs. I was the co-chair of trauma study group in EPOS during 4 years and I participed many times for teaching the FIN

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Treatment of pediatric fractures.

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Indications of resorbable implants.

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Dr. Gergő Józsa is a dedicated medical professional with extensive expertise in pediatric surgery and trauma care. He graduated from the Medical University in 2009, subsequently specializing in pediatric surgery, hand surgery, and pediatric trauma surgery. Dr. Józsa earned his PhD in 2019 and achieved habilitation in 2024, focusing on the management of pediatric burns. He currently serves as the Head of the Pediatric Trauma Centre at the University of Pécs, where he leads innovative research and surgical advancements in pediatric orthopedics and trauma management. Dr. Gergő Józsa completed his medical education at the Medical University in 2009, followed by specialization in Pediatric Surgery in 2015 and Hand Surgery in 2018. He concurrently specialized in Pediatric Trauma Surgery, enhancing his skills in managing critical pediatric injuries. In 2019, he earned his PhD, focusing on pediatric burn and trauma management. His habilitation in 2024 recognized his contributions to the field, particularly in the treatment of pediatric fractures and burn inuries. Dr. Józsa’s academic journey reflects a commitment to advancing pediatric surgical techniques and improving outcomes for young patients. Dr. Gergő Józsa is currently the Head of the Pediatric Trauma Centre at the University of Pécs, where he oversees comprehensive care for pediatric patients with traumatic injuries. He leads a multidisciplinary team in providing specialized surgical interventions and innovative treatments. His clinical expertise spans pediatric surgery, hand surgery, and trauma surgery, with a particular focus on complex cases like juvenile osteochondral fractures and congenital hand disorders. Dr. Józsa is actively involved in research, contributing significantly to publications on pediatric orthopedic treatments and surgical innovations. His leadership and dedication have established him as a pivotal figure in advancing pediatric pediatric trauma care in Hungary.