Über uns

Mission statement

“EFORT works on behalf of the European orthopaedic and traumatology community to secure mobility, musculoskeletal health and quality of life.”

Who we are

EFORT is the umbrella organisation linking Europe‘s national orthopaedic associations. Its aims reflect the will of all the participating associations to promote the exchange of scientific knowledge and experience in the field of prevention and both the conservative and surgical treatment of diseases and injuries concerning the musculo-skeletal system. To this end, particular emphasis is placed upon activities focusing on education and research.

EFORT was established by the national associations for orthopaedics and traumatology from twenty European countries. The Federation was founded in Marentino, Italy, in 1991, and today has 42 national member societies from 40 member countries, as well as six associate scientific members.

In terms of its legal structure, EFORT was established as a non-profit organisation and all funds are used exclusively in the pursuit of the Federation‘s aims.

Our objectives

EFORT is a pan-European partner for international organisations, authorities, universities, the orthopaedic industry, scientific bodies and professional and patient organisations in the field of musculoskeletal disease and trauma.

As a non-profit organisation, EFORT provides important services and benefits. EFORT‘s primary

mission comprises the:

· Representation of state-of-the-art orthopaedic surgery in Europe.

· Promotion of research, science and training in orthopaedics and traumatology in Europe.

· Exchange of scientific experience and knowledge and the improvement of education and training.

· Formulation of EFORT standards and guidelines for the various areas of activity pursued by our members.

What we offer

In the pursuit of its aims, EFORT now organises annual European congresses, Experts meet Experts (ExMEx) meetings and Instructional Courses (ICs). We also initiate and support basic clinical research.

For many years now, EFORT has arranged travelling and visiting fellowships, where the different national associations alternate in hosting a group of young orthopaedic surgeons. EFORT is recognised as representing an outstanding level of orthopaedics and traumatology in Europe. We promote the exchange of experience, knowledge, education and research throughout Europe.

For more information about EFORT, please visit us at: http://www.efort.org/