Professor Jagdeep Nanchahal, Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, will present his Inaugural Lecture: ‘Musculoskeletal Surgical Research in Crisis?’
Abstract:Basic scientific surgical research worldwide is in decline, especially in musculoskeletal disorders. In reconstructive plastic surgery, the last major advance was almost 40 years ago with the advent of microsurgery. In orthopaedic surgery, joint replacement was pioneered at the same time. Refinement of techniques has meant that these surgical techniques have been optimised and are now widely available. However, novel techniques have been slow to come to the fore, in part because the complexity of current research methodologies means that it is difficult for surgeons to be adept in all areas.
However, surgeons are pre-eminently placed to identify some of the areas of greatest need and have access to appropriate materials. Working closely with basic scientists lays the foundation for future strategies. Understanding the underlying mechanisms of disease process and using current techniques may provide a means of advancing our knowledge and developing methodologies for addressing common musculoskeletal conditions and improving the outcomes for our patients.
Biography: Jagdeep Nanchahal is the Professor of Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery within Imperial College London, based at the Charing Cross Hospital Campus. The position is held jointly between the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology Division and the Division of Surgery, Oncology, Reproductive Biology and Anaesthesia. The Kennedy Institute is dedicated to research in musculoskeletal disorders and is pre-eminent in the world for translational research.
Professor Nanchahal trained at the Charing Cross Hospital and Westminster Medical School in London and completed his PhD whilst a medical student. He went on to complete his plastic surgery training in London and Wales before undertaking fellowships in hand and microsurgery in Australia and the USA. He returned to London to be appointed as senior lecturer in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Imperial College London. In 2002 he was appointed associate Professor within the University of Sydney, based at the Royal North Shore Hospital, before his return to London in 2006.
In the Chair: Professor Marc Feldmann, Head of Division, Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology
Vote of Thanks:Professor Mervyn Maze, Professor of Anaesthesia, Division of Surgery, Oncology and Reproductive Biology and Anaesthesia.
A pre lecture tea and coffee reception will be served in the Kennedy Institue Foyer from 16.45, and a post lecture drinks reception will be served from 18.30.