
About Dr. Edilson Forlin
Dr. Edilson Forlin is an internationally recognised Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 25 years of experience in treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions in children. He specialises in managing clubfoot, hip dysplasia, cerebral palsy, and other congenital and acquired orthopaedic disorders.
Since moving to Dubai in 2019, he has treated more than 2,000 children, helping them improve their mobility and quality of life. Dr. Forlin is also well known for introducing the Ponseti method for clubfoot treatment outside the United States.
Why Choose Dr. Edilson Forlin?
- Over 25 Years of Experience: He has extensive experience in treating a wide range of paediatric orthopaedic conditions and performing complex surgeries in children.
- Expert in Clubfoot Treatment: He trained directly under Dr. Ignacio Ponseti at the University of Iowa and is recognised as one of the pioneers of the Ponseti method outside the United States.
- Trusted Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon: Since joining Dubai in 2019, he has successfully treated more than 2,000 paediatric patients.
- Strong Academic Background: He has published over 25 research papers, contributed 22 book chapters, and delivered more than 150 presentations at international orthopaedic conferences.
- International Training: He completed advanced fellowships at the Alfred I. duPont Institute for Children in Delaware and Seattle Children's Hospital in the United States.
- Professional Leadership: He served as the President of the Brazilian Pediatric Orthopaedic Society, reflecting his contribution to advancing paediatric orthopaedic care and education.
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- Surpassed 900+ citations on Google Scholar for his groundbreaking contributions to pediatric orthopaedics.
- Authored 22 textbook chapters, including authoritative sections in "Secrets in Pediatric Orthopaedics" and "Principles of Pediatric Spine".
- Delivered over 150 presentations at major scientific conferences and medical congresses globally.
- Held an esteemed position as Professor of Orthopaedics at the Federal University of Paraná, mentoring future orthopaedic surgeons.
Papers Published
- Evaluation of suspected physical abuse in children: a 500-case study. Revista Brasileira de Ortopedia (2017).
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- Hip dislocation in cerebral palsy: evolution of the contralateral side evolution after reconstructive surgery. Revista Brasileira de Ortopedia (2016).
- Ponseti Brasil: a national program to eradicate neglected clubfoot - preliminary results. The Iowa Orthopaedic Journal (2011).
- Sequelae of septic arthritis of the hip in children: a new classification and a review of 41 hips. Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics (2008).
- Treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip after walking age with open reduction, femoral shortening, and acetabular osteotomy. Orthopedic Clinics of North America (2006).
- Complications Associated with Fracture of the Neck of the Femur in Children. Journal of Pediatric Orthopedics (1992).
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