University Hospital North Norway

Data on Clinical/Research Center

We are a Clinical Center:	yes
We are a Research Center:	yes
We are both:	yes
In University Programme:	yes
Private Practice Programme:	no
Primary Language:	English

Please provide a general description of your program:

RCT, lab fascilities incl. Clinical and research using cells, scaffolds and also animals, molecularbilogy, pathology

Training/Techniques are available Foot and Ankle Procedures Hip Procedures Knee Procedures Microfracture First Generation ACI Second or Third Generation ACI Meniscus Transplantation Patello-femoral Realignment/ Reconstruction Osteotomies Shoulder Procedures

Approximate Annual Case Volumes

Knee Procedures:	300
Hip Procedures:	1
Foot & Ankle Procedures:	100
Shoulder Procedures:	50
Advanced Cartilage Repair techniques:	30

Opportunities, Experiences and Location of the Teaching Center

Scientific Research Opportunities Available:

RCT, lab fascilities incl. Clinical and research using cells, scaffolds and also animals, molecularbilogy, pathology

Can your center provide free or reduced-cost accommodation through your institute?

yes

Who should be contacted:

gunnar.knutsen@unn.no

Nearest Airport to your institution is

Langnes airport Tromso

Any other important information thath you would like to add

Been involved in 2 EU projects regarding cartilage repair and collaboration with Prof. Richardson in Oswestry UK, active trial supported by the British and Norwegian research council