No. 012: July-August 2021

This month, we are honored to feature an interview with Professor Klaus-Peter Günther, whose career reflects a deliberate integration of clinical practice and systemic reform. From self-funded international fellowships to founding the German Arthroplasty Registry, Günther has shaped both surgical standards and institutional frameworks. As EFORT President, he has prioritized harmonized European orthopedic education and patient safety within the context of the Medical Device Regulation, advocating for a sustainable professional model that bridges technical mastery with scientific accountability.

The clinical articles in this issue span a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions. Spinal pathology is addressed through a sublaminar osteotomy technique for lumbar spinal stenosis, while upper extremity care is represented by an update on treatment options for thumb arthritis. Hip preservation is examined via simultaneous periacetabular osteotomy and arthroscopically assisted management of cam-related pathology in acetabular dysplasia. Additional contributions address endoscopic piriformis tenotomy and sciatic nerve release and a modified Tibial Tubercle "Crest" Osteotomy (TCO) for extensile knee exposure.