From October 21, 2024, all services from Polikliniek Stevenslei have moved to the new hospital wing of AZ Monica Deurne – More info

3D printing and orthopedics: the impact of innovative care on a private driver

Prof. Vanhees voert een polsonderzoek uit bij een patiënt, met op de achtergrond een scherm waarop röntgenbeelden te zien zijn.

At Orthoca, we combine modern technology with specialized orthopedic care to give patients a new lease on life. In this article, we share the story of Gevorgyan, a young private driver with a serious problem in his hand. Thanks to a 3D printed custom prosthesis, he can move again without pain and his mobility has […]

Hip dysplasia and the impact on young adults: early diagnosis makes a difference

Dr. Jeroen Verhaegen about awareness for hip displasia

At Orthoca, we are committed to specialized treatments within orthopedic surgery. We spoke with Dr. Jeroen Verhaegen, an expert in hip problems in young adults. He recently treated a 30-year-old woman who had been dealing with severe hip pain since childhood. She was eventually diagnosed with hip dysplasia, which led to successful treatment and significant […]

Belgian Cats in good hands at Orthoca

On Monday 29 July, the Belgian Cats, our national basketball women team, start their first assignment at the Olympic Games in Paris. Behind the scenes, a dedicated medical team is on standby, in which Orthoca also plays an important role. Are they ready for it? Absolutely! The Belgian Cats have won all their matches during […]

Prof. Doctor Peter Verdonk, President of the Belgian Society for Orthopaedics and Traumatology, looks back on a successful ‘Orthopaedica Belgica 2024’ conference.

Orthopaedica Belgica 2024: an overview of the most remarkable developments in orthopaedics. On 25 and 26th of April, Antwerp hosted the Orthopaedica Belgica 2024 conference, a pre-eminent gathering of Belgian experts in orthopaedics. The two-day event provided a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, valuable insights and for attending hands-on courses. This year’s central theme focused […]

More doctors & specialisations in our Brussels hub

More doctors & specialisations in our Brussels hub Our consultations are also accessible in Watermael-Boitsfort. We are continuously expanding our team with highly specialized doctors across various specialties, and we take pride in presenting our local team to you. Our consultation rooms are situated in the pavilion of the Glaverbel building. Free parking is provided […]

Upgrade Orthoca Kielsevest

Following the successful launch of Orthoca Watermael-Bosvoorde, the existing consultation hub at Kielsevest has undergone a remarkable upgrade. As of mid-April, we welcome you to six brand-new consultation rooms. The reception area has also been completely renovated. With this expansion, we are supporting the growth of our team of doctors and specialised staff. Prof. Dr […]

Orthoca and AZ Monica campus Antwerp open state-of-the-art Orthopaedic Focus Clinic.

On Thursday 18 January 2024, the Orthopaedics Focus Clinic officially opened its doors in the presence of mayor Bart De Wever and alderman Els van Doesburg (alderman for healthcare), Prof Dr Olivier Verborgt (head of the orthopaedics department) and Geert Smits (deputy director AZ Monica). The Orthopaedic Focus Clinic, a unique concept in Belgium, is […]