Jan Verhaar MD PhD

Dr. Jan Verhaar is a distinguished professional with a rich background in Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. He currently serves as a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine at Erasmus MC in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Dr. Verhaar has a notable track record in academia and clinical practice, excelling in his roles within the medical field.

Prior to his current position, Dr. Verhaar held prestigious roles including being the EU ambassador at EFORT and a Member of the Board at EFORT Foundation. These positions underscore his leadership skills and expertise within the realm of Orthopaedics. His contributions have been valuable in shaping the direction of orthopaedic initiatives at a European level.

Dr. Verhaar's editorial experience is also noteworthy, having served as the Editor of the Dutch Textbook of Orthopaedics (leerboek Orthopedie) at Springer Publishing Company - BSL - Houten. This role highlights his commitment to knowledge dissemination and academic excellence in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery.