Tomasz Piontek, PhD

Rehasport Clinic , Sport Medicine LAB University of Medical Sciences Poznań, Poland
Poznan POLAND

Tomasz Piontek, MD, PhD, DSc HEALTHCARE CONSULTANT Senior Stakeholder | Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Care Expert | Scientist Physician with over 27 years of practice as an arthroscopist with over 10.000 arthroscopic procedures performed, founder and Medical Director of Rehasport and Member of the Board of Directors. Expert in the field of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal care, specializing in treatment of sport injuries, diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic and post traumatic conditions in the Lower Limb (knee, hip, ankle and foot surgery and muscle injuries). International trainer of surgical techniques for knee, ankle and hip arthroscopy and author of modern surgical techniques including articular cartilage regeneration (AMIC) and meniscus regeneration (AMMR). • Orthopedic Expert • Healthcare Management • Sport Medicine Expert • Sport Injuries Specialist • Arthroscopy Expert • Medical Education • Healthcare Strategies • Scientific Societies Leadership • Scientific Journals Editor • Medical Devices and Technology • Medical Innovations • Scientist PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REHASPORT – POZNAN, POLAND 2004-PRESENT HEAD OF SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY / BOARD MEMBER / CO-FOUNDER Head of Sports Traumatology of the Lower Limb, Board Member of Rehasport Clinic, a renowned orthopedic and rehabilitation facility. Leading the medical team, playing a pivotal role in establishing and maintaining the clinic's reputation for excellence in orthopedic and rehabilitation services. Responsible for strategic medical leadership, implementation of an innovative approaches to patient care and rehabilitation, ensuring alignment with international standards. Active participation in decision-making processes, contributing to the development and execution of strategic initiatives. Under his guidance, the clinic achieved recognition as a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, emphasizing our commitment to Sports Medicine and Orthopedic care at the highest level. Expert in fully arthroscopic technique for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, arthroscopic posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, simultaneous reconstruction of both cruciate ligaments of anterior and posterior knee joint, anterior and posterior ankle joint arthroscopy and hip arthroscopy. Cofounder of Smith+Nephew Advanced Center of Excellence (SNACE) advanced courses for orthopedic surgeons. UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES – POZNAN, POLAND 2016-PRESENT ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF THE SPORTS MEDICINE UNIT Associate Professor, Head of the Sports Medicine Unit at the Department of Spine Disorders and Pediatric Orthopedics, within the faculty of the Poznan University of Medical Sciences. RSQ TECHNOLOGIES – POZNAN, POLAND 2016-PRESENT CO-FOUNDER RSQ Technologies was established in 2016 out of love for modern technologies, health and safety. It aims to positively rebuild what we understand as interaction with medical data. RSQ's aim is to deliver information instantly to where it is needed, in a private and safe way. RSQ’s modern approach to creation starts at the design process, which always involves the recipients of a given part of the system, e.g. doctors for medical documentation, and consists in creating the best experience of RSQ systems users. The basic assumption is that as many formalities as possible should be automated by the system, so as to spend as little time as possible at computer and as much as possible with patients. Systems for documentation, clinic or hospital management, sensor motion analysis, or solutions using artificial intelligence to shorten the diagnosis time or holographic systems based on mixed reality, are created in RSQ with the awareness that every bit of information in hospitals concerns our families, friends and loved ones. The implementation of RSQ systems streamlines the treatment process, optimizes the patient pathway and increases the quality of health delivery.   AMICA WRONKI / KKS LECH POZNAN – POZNAN, POLAND 2003-2011 FIRST TEAM DOCTOR As the Team Doctor at KKS LECH Poznan, had the privilege of contributing to the club's historic achievements during a pivotal period from 2009 to 2011. In 2009, the club secured both the Polish Cup and Polish Super-Cup, showcasing the team's prowess and determination. The following year marked an even greater triumph as KKS LECH Poznan secured the Polish Championship in 2010. Played a central role in managing the medical team, implementing innovative sports medicine practices, and ensuring the well-being of the players. The highlight of this period was the remarkable performance in the 2010/2011 season, where the team advanced to the Round of 16 in the UEFA Europa League. This success underscored the effectiveness of our integrated approach to player health and fitness. EDUCATION Doctor of Science Poznan University of Medical Sciences – Poznan, Poland • 2015 Doctor of Philosophy Poznan University of Medical Sciences – Poznan, Poland • 2005 Specialization course in Orthopedics and Traumatology Pediatric Orthopedics and Traumatology Department and Clinic – Poznan, Poland • 2003 Doctor of Medicine Poznan University of Medical Sciences – Poznan, Poland • 1995 ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Technical Skills: Additional Training and Fellowship Professional Organizations: EMR • EHR • HIS • Augmented Reality in Surgery Balgrist Clinic, CH (1999) Queens Medical Center in Nothingham, UK (2000) University of Pittsburgh, USA (2003) British Columbia University, CA (2004) AMC- Amsterdam, NL (2008) International Cartilage Regeneration and Joint Preservation Society (ICRS) • Member of New Generation commission 2019-2021 International Sports Traumatology Society (ISACOS) European Society of Sports Traumatology and Knee Surgery (ESSKA) Society for Ankle Joint and Foot Arthroscopy (ESSKA- AFAS ESSKA) International Society for Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA) Polish Society for Orthopedics and Traumatology (PTOiTr) • 2012-2016 Board Member in Poznan Unit Polish Arthroscopy Society (PTArtro) • 2019-2021 Vice President of Polish Arthroscopy Society • 2021-2023 President of Polish Arthroscopy Society SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS Sports Medicine, Lower Limb Surgeon • over 60 original articles, 79 IF, 19 H-index https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Piontek+T&cauthor_id=36207459 INNOVATIONS AND IMPLEMENTATION Meniscus Popularization and creation of the technique of arthroscopic wrapping of the meniscus with a collagen membrane from 2010. Creating the possibility of repairing damaged meniscuses in the white part, chronic damage with proven survival rate of 88% in long-term follow-up. This technique was first described in 2012. Popularization of treatment of chronic tear injuries with weight loss, chronic injuries, reconstruction from own tissues - iliotibial bend. Popularization and adaptation of the method in arthroscopic technique - Henning procedure. Joint Cartilage Thanks to own studies, I could enrich orthopaedics with a fully arthroscopic surgical technique of reconstruction of large cavities in joint cartilage AMIC (Autologous Matrix Induce Chondrogenesis) in knee joint and then in hip and ankle joints. This technique allows filling the cavity arthroscopically (in dry arthroscopy I use, in these kinds of surgery) with specially prepared pieces of collagen membrane. This technique was first described in the foreign magazine Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy in 2012. Achilles Tendon I have been treating patients with large cavities of Achilles tendon, having recurrent damage, chronic sport injuries. Difficult healing and treatment of such patients led to emergence of a new surgical technique, reconstruction technique with the use of autological tendon grafts and original fixing of transplant in calcaneum through endobutton. The works on the technique and innovative method allowed creating the aiming device dedicated for this treatment in cooperation with Smith+Nephew. The utility model was applied by Smith+Nephew. ACL Reconstruction Ribbon Modified Technique I adapted the surgical technique of ACL reconstruction in anatomical ribbon-like models to standard instruments. The simplified technique allows for anatomical reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using endobutton stabilization. Residual dysplasia of the patellofemoral joint The main cause of damage to the articular cartilage of the patella. Arthroscopic introduction of partial rhinectomy and rim resection techniques in the treatment of patellar cartilage defects and pain in the anterior compartment of the knee joint. PATENTS AND CETRIFICATES • Patents: When working with MD PhD Kinga Ciemniewska-Gorzela on coating the meniscus with collagen membrane, we created a device which facilitates application of membrane. It was patented under the number 217674. • GOAT Certificate: In order to support application of membrane on the meniscus, we created a device which boosts membrane implantation. Change of surgical technique is aimed at propagating the meniscus regeneration method. The device is called „GOAT” (the name refers to the emblem of Poznan for commemoration of the place it was created). It was devised in cooperation with engineers and manufactured in Aesculap Chifa Polska Nowy Tomysl. The product is certified in the European Union and made available by the distributor Biovico. (93/42/EWG 03/2018) • Achilles Aiming Device Certificate: To facilitate drilling in ducts in calcaneum, for implantation of graft, with Smith+Nephew constructed the aiming device for proper drilling in ducts in calcaneum. MEDICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITY • Thesis Supervisor of 5 completed doctorates, • 3 initiated doctorates at Poznan University of Medical Sciences, • Multiple doctoral dissertation reviewer and international dissertation reviewer. • Active participation in courses, conferences, conventions and symposium as a speaker, lecturer and host, over 150 speeches at international and national conferences. • Over 100 national and international courses as faculty


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