Inselspital, Bern University Hospital
Inselspital, Bern University Hospital has a long-standing international reputation for excellence in hip preservation and reconstructive hip surgery. The department has pioneered several internationally recognised techniques, including the Bernese Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO), surgical hip dislocation and the pararectus approach.
As a tertiary referral centre, fellows gain exposure to the full spectrum of hip surgery, including hip arthroscopy, femoral osteotomies, primary and revision hip arthroplasty, and complex pelvic and acetabular reconstruction. The department also has an internationally recognised research programme in hip biomechanics, advanced imaging, 3D analysis, surgical planning, orthogeriatrics and digital rehabilitation.
🟩 Hip Preservation 🟪 Hip Arthroscopy 🟨 Primary THA 🟦 Revision THA ⬛ Trauma 🧪 Research
Hosts
Prof Moritz Tannast, Prof Johannes D Bastian & Prof Simon D Steppacher
Professors in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
📧 Email: fellows.ortho@insel.ch
🌐 Website: orthopaedie.insel.ch
Centre at a Glance
📍 Bern, Switzerland
🎓 University teaching hospital
🦴 Main focus: Hip Preservation & Adult Reconstruction
🏥 Tertiary referral centre
🔬 Advanced hip biomechanics & imaging research
🦴 Pelvic & acetabular surgery
👨⚕️ Fellowship duration: 6 weeks–3 months
👥 Fellows accepted: Residents & Consultants
🧪 Research: Yes
🗣 Languages: English / German
Clinical Expertise
✅ Hip preservation surgery
✅ Hip arthroscopy
✅ Primary total hip arthroplasty
✅ Revision total hip arthroplasty
✅ Pelvic & acetabular surgery
✅ Trauma surgery
✅ Clinical & translational research
Clinical Activity
Annual Case Volume
| Procedure | Approximate Annual Volume |
|---|---|
| Primary THA | 250 |
| Revision THA | 150 |
| Hip Preservation | 150 |
| Hip Arthroscopy | 25 |
| Trauma | 350 |
Training Experience
Fellows are fully integrated into the hip team and participate in outpatient clinics, operating lists and regular multidisciplinary case discussions. The fellowship provides broad exposure across hip preservation, primary arthroplasty, revision surgery and complex pelvic reconstruction in both elective and trauma settings.
Where appropriate, fellows also have the opportunity to become involved in ongoing clinical and research projects, depending on their interests and the duration of their visit.
Educational Programme
✅ Outpatient clinics
✅ Operating theatre participation
✅ Ward rounds
✅ Consultant rotations
✅ Grand rounds
✅ Teaching sessions
✅ Case discussions
✅ Skills laboratory
✅ Opportunity to assist in theatre
Research Opportunities
Research forms an integral part of the department’s activities, with internationally recognised programmes spanning hip preservation, hip arthroplasty, pelvic and acetabular trauma, orthogeriatrics and rehabilitation. Fellows with an academic interest are encouraged to participate in ongoing projects and gain exposure to advanced imaging, biomechanics and clinical outcome research throughout their fellowship.
Research Highlights
- Hip preservation research
- Hip arthroplasty outcomes
- Pelvic & acetabular trauma research
- Advanced imaging & 3D analysis
- Biomechanics & surgical planning
- Orthogeriatric research
- Clinical research projects
- Scientific presentations & publication opportunities
Additional Opportunities
Fellows benefit from exposure to one of Europe’s leading centres for hip preservation surgery, including the Bernese Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO), surgical hip dislocation and complex pelvic reconstruction. The department also offers opportunities to experience translational research in biomechanics, advanced imaging and digital rehabilitation alongside clinical practice.
Practical Information
Recommended duration: 6 weeks – 3 months
Languages: English and German
Nearest airports: Zurich or Basel
Accommodation can be discussed with the host team once the fellowship dates have been confirmed.
Contact
Prof Moritz Tannast, Prof Johannes D Bastian & Prof Simon D Steppacher
📧 Email: fellows.ortho@insel.ch