Paul Jutte

Prof. Paul Jutte is a Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedics at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), part of the University of Groningen. Specializing in orthopaedic oncology and infections, he leads clinical and research initiatives focused on minimizing tissue damage and improving surgical efficacy. He completed his MD at the Free University Medical Center in Amsterdam and his PhD on spinal tuberculosis in 2006. His expertise spans bone tumors, prosthetic infections, and innovative biomaterials.

Education:

• MD, Free University Medical Center (2004)
• PhD, University of Groningen (2006)

Research Interests: Orthopaedic oncology, surgical infection management, biomaterials, and clinical networks for osteoarthritis care. He co-directs the Man, Biomaterials, and Microbes (MBM) research program and chairs the Orthopaedic Department at UMCG.

Leadership & Awards: Over 200 peer-reviewed publications (H-index >40), department head since 2020, and member of international societies including the European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society (EMSOS). Founded the Northern Infection Network (NINJA) and holds leadership roles in guideline committees.

Labs & Teams: Active in the Precision Institute’s MBM program and the BRIDGE translational research group, focusing on precision medicine in orthopaedics.