La Paz University Hospital
La Paz University Hospital is one of Spain’s leading tertiary referral centres and has been at the forefront of clinical care, teaching and research since joining the Spanish National Health Service in 1964. Affiliated with the Autonomous University of Madrid, the hospital combines high-volume specialist practice with a strong academic environment, making it an ideal destination for fellows seeking comprehensive exposure to modern hip surgery.
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology welcomes national residents from across Spain as well as visiting surgeons from Europe and South America. Fellows joining the EHS Bridge Fellowship will experience a busy, internationally recognised unit committed to education, innovation and collaborative learning
🟨 Robotics 🟦 Primary THA 🟦 Revision THA ⬛ Trauma 🧪 Research
Host
Prof Eduardo Garcia-Rey
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Associate Professor
📧 Email: egrey@salud.madrid.org
🌐 Website: www.comunidad.madrid/hospital/lapaz
Centre at a Glance
📍 Madrid, Spain
🎓 University teaching hospital
🦴 Main focus: Adult Hip Reconstruction
🏥 Tertiary referral centre
🤖 Robotic arthroplasty
👨⚕️ Consultant rotations
👥 International fellowship experience
📅 Fellowship duration: 1–3 weeks
🔬 Research: Yes
🗣 Language: English / Spanish
Clinical Expertise
✓ Primary THA
✓ Revision THA
✓ Hip Preservation
✓ Robotics
✓ Periprosthetic Joint Infection
✓ Trauma
✓ Research
Clinical Activity
Annual Case Volume
| Procedure | Annual volume |
|---|---|
| Primary THA | 350 |
| Revision THA | 50 |
| Hip preservation | 20 |
| Trauma | 600 |
Training Experience
Fellows are fully integrated into the daily clinical activities of the department and have the opportunity to observe and participate in all aspects of patient care under consultant supervision.
During the fellowship, participants may:
- Attend outpatient clinics
- Observe and assist in operating theatre sessions
- Participate in consultant ward rounds
- Rotate between consultant-led surgical teams
- Attend grand rounds and multidisciplinary meetings
- Join teaching sessions and case discussions
- Participate in skills laboratory activities
- Assist during appropriate surgical procedures
La Paz has considerable experience hosting international fellows, including previous EFORT and EHS fellows. Visiting surgeons are encouraged to actively participate in clinical discussions, present their own work to the department and develop professional relationships with faculty members throughout their stay.
Educational Programme
✔ Operating Theatre
✔ Ward Rounds
✔ Consultant Rotations
✔ Grand Rounds
✔ Teaching Sessions
✔ Case Discussions
✔ Skills Laboratory
✔ Opportunity to Assist
Research Opportunities
Research is an integral part of La Paz University Hospital through its close collaboration with the IdiPAZ Research Institute. Fellows with an interest in academic work are encouraged to become involved in ongoing clinical research, multicentre collaborative projects and database-driven studies where appropriate.
The department actively supports participation in research meetings and scientific initiatives, reflecting its long-standing commitment to international collaboration through organisations such as the European Hip Society. Fellows are also welcome to visit the research institute to gain further insight into the department’s academic activities.
Research Highlights
- Ongoing clinical research projects
- Multicentre collaborative studies
- Clinical database analysis
- Research through the IdiPAZ Research Institute
- Scientific meetings and academic presentations
- International collaboration through the European Hip Society
Additional Opportunities
Opportunity to visit the IdiPAZ Research Institute, engage with an internationally recognised teaching department and gain exposure to paediatric hip surgery.
Practical Information
Recommended fellowship duration: 1–3 weeks
Language: English and Spanish
Nearest airport: Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas
Contact
Prof Eduardo Garcia-Rey
📧 Email: egrey@salud.madrid.org