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 the result of a long-term vision to bring together expertise in one location. The idea is not only innovative, but also offers significant advantages. Collating resources, knowledge and execution not only increases efficiency, but also allows more patients to be helped in a shorter time with more quality of care and service.
The complex houses 12 brand new operating quarters with state-of-the-art technology. Remarkably, these improvements are not accompanied by higher costs; on the contrary, the focus on efficiency contributes to a cost-effective approach.
Prof. Dr. Olivier Verborgt, orthopaedist, and head of the orthopaedics department at AZ Monica and lecturer at the University of Antwerp, shares his enthusiasm about the synergy between training, research and practice.
“Merging these two worlds is the dream formula to further disseminate knowledge. Students in training can intern, and hopefully some of them will continue their careers here after their studies.”
The further development of the Orthopaedics Focus Clinic promises not only an enhanced experience for both staff and patients, but also an increased quality of care, both inside and outside the hospital walls. From the first consultation to the last follow-up. The focus on predictable processes, combined with low variability, allows the clinic to focus on streamlined procedures, promoting throughput and minimising the risk of complications.
With this impressive Orthopaedics Focus Clinic, Orthoca is taking an ambitious step to position itself among the top in Europe. Orthoca and AZ Monica have set a new standard in orthopaedic care with this clinic, which will benefit both patients and medical professionals.
