President elect of SECEC,
Elbow Surgeon at Orthoca
Belgium

Prof Roger is a distinguished full-time elbow surgeon based in Belgium, specializing in treating all aspects of elbow pathology at AZ Monica and University Hospital Antwerp since 2008. Holding the prestigious position of Fellowship director, Prof Roger is responsible for training Orthopaedic registrars at AZ Monica. With a keen focus on arthroscopy and sports injuries of the elbow, Prof Roger serves as the President-elect of the European Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (SECEC), showcasing their leadership and expertise in the field.

Prof Roger’s journey in orthopedics began with extensive research and training. He completed an Elbow fellowship at Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN, USA, under the guidance of Prof. Bernard Morrey and Prof. Shawn O’Driscoll in 2001. This was followed by Shoulder-Elbow clinical fellowships at Monash University Melbourne, Australia, under Prof. Simon Bell in 2005, and at the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia, under Prof. Greg Bain in 2006. This international exposure contributed significantly to Prof Roger's broad understanding and innovative approach to elbow surgery.

In addition to their clinical practice and educational roles, Prof Roger is actively involved in academia and research. Prof hold a BSc in Physiotherapy from Eindhoven, Netherlands, and have worked as a physiotherapist across several countries. Prof Roger completed medical school and Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon training at the University of Antwerp, culminating in a PhD focused on the implications of the non-circular shape of the radial head in prosthesis design, conducted at Mayo Clinic. Prof Roger is a prolific contributor to the medical literature, with over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles, more than 50 book chapters, and serving as an editor for five books. They have delivered over 600 presentations at orthopedic conferences worldwide, showcasing their commitment to advancing knowledge and sharing expertise. Additionally, Prof Roger serves as a reviewer for over 10 journals, ensuring the quality and integrity of orthopedic research.

An esteemed member of the medical community, Prof Roger has organized multiple elbow conferences and courses, including the SECEC closed meeting and Elbow Course in Antwerp, the IRCAD elbow arthroscopy course in Strasbourg, and the Antwerp Shoulder and Elbow Arthroplasty Course. Prof were also a key member of the Medical Team at the UCI Professional Cycling World Championships in 2021, highlighting their experience in sports-related orthopedic care. Furthermore, Prof Roger has held leadership positions in various professional societies, including being the former president of the Belgian Elbow and Shoulder Surgeon Society and a former member of the elbow committees of ISAKOS and ESSKA. Their contributions as an associate editor of JBJS-EST and Clinics in Orthopedic Surgery (CiOS) reflect their dedication to advancing orthopedic knowledge and best practices. Overall, Prof Roger’s remarkable career is characterized by their passion for improving patient outcomes, educating future generations of orthopedic surgeons, and advancing the field of elbow surgery through research, innovation, and leadership.