Orthopedics meets Dentistry – Combating Infection: The Role of Implant Materials​ (LIVESTREAM)

Prof. Javad Parvizi

Prof. Parvizi is a professor of orthopedic surgery and physician-researcher at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA. His research and clinical practice involves reconstruction of complex pelvis, hip, and knee conditions with special emphasis on joint preservation, Periprosthetic Joint Infection, and management of young patients with hip disorders such as dysplasia and femoroacetabular impingement.

Prof. Lia Rimondini

Prof. Rimondini is the Director of the Department of Health Sciences at UPO. She is a dentist and operates in her own dental practice. Prof. Rimondini has strong and documented experience in development and pre-clinical characterization (in-vitro and in-vivo studies, microbiological studies) of implantable- and nano-biomaterials. Prof. Rimondini is one of the pioneers in the field of biofilm formation on materials and she assessed the bacteria adhesion and biofilm formation on the most common materials for both – Orthopedics and Dentistry.

Prof. Georgios E. Romanos

Prof. Romanos is Professor of Periodontology and Director of Laser Education at Stony Brook University, School of Dental Medicine in Stony Brook, New York. He is the founder of the Laboratory for Periodontal-, Implant- and Phototherapy (LA-PIP) at the Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine. Prof. Romanos is Board Certified in Oral Surgery and Implant Dentistry in Germany, as well as a Diplomate by the American Board of Periodontology.