Horea Benea MD

Dr. Benea Horea is a highly experienced and qualified medical professional in the field of orthopedics and traumatology. As a Specialist Doctor in Orthopedics and Traumatology, he actively engages in diagnosing and treating patients, performing surgical procedures, and providing close patient care. Dr. Benea Horea is renowned for his research activities in the field of orthopedics and traumatology, as well as his interest in arthroscopic surgery, joint endoprosthesis, and minimally invasive surgery.

With a strong educational background, Dr. Benea Horea serves as an Associate Professor at the "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj-Napoca, teaching Orthopedics Traumatology and Pediatric Orthopedics. Throughout his career, he has held various academic positions, contributing to the education of future orthopedic physicians.

With exceptional international training, including a European residency in France, Dr. Benea Horea is well-prepared to address various orthopedic and traumatological challenges. He is dedicated to continuous improvement and the advancement of medical practice, contributing to the enhancement of his patients' health.

Professional Experience

• 10/01/2022 – Present - Head of Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Cluj-Napoca County Emergency Clinical Hospital
• 10/01/2020 – Present - Associate Professor, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca, Orthopedics Traumatology and Pediatric Orthopedics Discipline.
• 10/01/2017 – 09/31/2020 - Lecturer, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca
• 07/01/2017 – Present - Specialist Doctor in Orthopedics and Traumatology, Cluj-Napoca County Emergency Clinical Hospital. Responsibilities: Diagnosing and treating patients with acute or chronic musculoskeletal conditions, surgical interventions, inpatient care, outpatient consultations, and emergency consultations. Clinical and fundamental research activities in the field of orthopedics and traumatology, continuous improvement, and the development of medical practice. Priority areas of interest: arthroscopic surgery, joint endoprosthesis, minimally invasive surgery.
• 01/01/2012 – 06/30/2017 - Specialist Doctor in Orthopedics and Traumatology, Cluj-Napoca County Emergency Clinical Hospital.
• 01/01/2006 – 12/31/2011 - Medical Resident in Orthopedics and Traumatology, "O. Fodor" Clinical Hospital Cluj-Napoca
• 11/01/2010 – 10/31/2011 - European Residency (Internship), Pierre et Marie Curie University Paris VI, Orthopedic and Traumatology Surgery Department, Ambroise Paré Hospital, APH Paris.
  • Theoretical and practical training in a specialized department on arthroscopic surgery (especially shoulder and knee), primary and revision endoprosthesis of major limb joints, percutaneous treatment of forefoot deformities, video-endoscopic technique in the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome, reparative surgery of severe osteo-articular septic lesions, with access to the most modern means of investigation and therapy in these fields.
  • Intensive activity in the operating room (as a primary operator or assistant), trauma emergencies, clinical wards, and outpatient consultations. Scientific activity: clinical studies, information conferences, training courses.
• 10/01/2009 – 12/31/2009 - European Residency (Internship), Andrée ROSEMON Hospital, France
• 01/01/2005 – 12/31/2005 - Medical Intern, Cluj-Napoca County Emergency Clinical Hospital.

Scientific Competences

Scientific research activities focused on the following topics:

• Autologous Biological Therapies for Cartilaginous Tissue Regeneration, Stem Cells, and Growth Factors
• Nanobiotechnologies Applicable to Bone Tissue Regeneration and Implant Osseointegration
• New Arthroscopic Surgical Approaches for Knee, Shoulder, and Ankle Conditions
• New Techniques in Hip, Knee, and Shoulder Prosthetics

Publications and Presentations

Author of over 50 extensively published works, including 22 ISI with IF, and over 50 oral or poster presentations at national/international scientific events, one book, and co-author of a book chapter, both published by international publishers (see the list of articles).

Research Projects/Clinical Studies

1. “Training Stage in Total Hip Arthroplasty through the Anterior Approach at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato Milano, Italy.” PN-III-P1-1.1-MC-2017-1574. Researcher Mobility Project. Value: 1567.21 RON. Duration: Nov. 2018. Role: Project Director
2. PN-II-RU-PRECISI-2014-8-4558. Awarding research results for the article: An original arthroscopic fixation of adult's tibial eminence fractures using the Tightrope® device: A report of 8 cases and review of literature. The Knee. 2014;21(1):833–839. Value: 2000 RON. UEFISCDI 2014. Role: Project Director
3. “Feasibility Testing of the Use of Multipotent Stem Cells from Fluid Liposuction (LAF) for the Treatment of Focal Articular Cartilage Lesions, on an Animal Model.” Internal Grant for Teaching Staff, "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca, 2016 competition, contract no. 4994/4/08.03.2016. Project Director
4. PN-III-P1-1.1-PRECISI-2019-37834. Awarding research results for the article "Cannabinoids and bone regeneration." Drug Metabolism Reviews. 2019;51(1):65-75. Member.
5. “Development of New Methods and Intelligent Composites Based on Advanced Nanotechnologies with Applications in the Medical Field – DONTAS.” National Grant PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0723. Period: 2012-2016. Role: Member.
6. “Methods and Technologies Based on Molecular and Cellular Medicine Applied in the Surgery and Treatment of Bone Cancer, Bone Metastases, and Osteo-Articular Lesions - OSMOCEL.” CNMP Partnerships PN2 Grant, contract no. 41-050/2007, 2007-2010. Role: Member.
7. “Nanostructures with Multifunctional Properties Obtained through Molecular and Colloidal Self-Assembly Methods of Biomedical Interest in Bone Cancer and Bone Metastases Surgery.” CNCSIS Type A Grant, contract no. 44GR/17.05.2006, 2006-2008. Role: Member.
8. “Interfacial Nano Fabrication Strategies in the Research and Development of New Functional Nanomaterials and Flat Supramolecular Nanostructures for Nanotechnology and Nanodevices (NANOIN).” CEEX-MATNANTECH Grant No. 5/2005, 2005-2008. Role: Member.
9. Clinical Study: "Evaluation of the Performance of the Agili-C Biphasic Implant in Repairing Cartilage and Osteochondral Defects." Study Protocol No. CLN0002. Period: 2013-2014. Sponsor: CartiHeal (2009) Ltd, Israel. Co-Investigator.

Postgraduate Courses Taught

• “Current Concepts in Pelvic Trauma Management,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, April 2018, Collaborator
• “The Importance of Arthroscopy in Medical Practice,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, February 2018, Collaborator
• “Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Shoulder, Knee, and Ankle Joints Examination,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, April 2017, Collaborator
• “Practical Course in Arthroscopy of the Knee and Shoulder Joints,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, February 2017, Collaborator
• “Practical Course in Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Shoulder, Knee, and Ankle Joints Examination,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, April 2016, Collaborator
• “Introduction to Arthroscopy of the Knee and Shoulder Joints,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, February 2016, Collaborator
• “Clinical Examination Methodology of Patients with Musculoskeletal Disorders,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, April 2015, Collaborator
• “Current Data in Pathology and Treatment of Bone Tumors,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, February 2015, Collaborator
• “Methods of Immobilization in Osteo-Articular Trauma,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, April 2014, Collaborator
• “The Role of Imaging Explorations in Osteo-Articular Pathology,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, February 2014, Collaborator
• “Modern Methods of Imaging Exploration in Musculoskeletal Pathology,” "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic, February 2013, Collaborator

Invited Conference Presentations

• “Enhancement of Bone Consolidation Using Physical Therapy,” Book Launch Round Table: Physiotherapy. Applications in Dental Medicine. Days of "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Dec 11, 2020
• “Arthroscopically Assisted Internal Fixation of a Talar Fracture – Case Study,” SRATS Webinar, Nov 26-28, 2020
• “First-Time Patellar Dislocation – Conservative or Surgical Treatment?,” SRATS Webinar, Nov 26-28, 2020
• “Shoulder Arthroplasty in Posttraumatic Deformities.” SOROT Virtual Conference, Oct 7-8, 2020
• “Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty. Experience of the Al. Radulescu Orthopedic-Traumatology Clinic Cluj-Napoca,” Days of the Clinical Hospital of Recovery Iasi, Jun 29 – Jul 4, 2020
• “Orthopedic Surgical Therapeutic Challenges in Osteogenesis Imperfecta,” The 13th Symposium "Rare Diseases Day" - Diagnosis and Treatment in Some Rare Diseases in Children and Adults, Cluj-Napoca, Feb 27, 2020
• “Enhanced Implant Osseointegration by Tibolone, Alendronate and Simvastatin, in a Rat Model,” BIOREMED 2019, International Seminar on Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine, Romania, Craiova, Sep 26-28, 2019
• Techniques in TKA: “My First Experience with 7 Radii Knee,” Merril Academy Masters Course, India, Vapi, Gujarat, Oct 12-14, 2018
• “Treatment of Proximal Humerus Fractures,” National Orthopedics and Traumatology Conference, Sibiu, Romania, Oct 3-5, 2018
• “Interaction between Biomaterials and Autologous Biological Products and Their Application in Articular Cartilage Regenerative Therapies,” 8th International Conference “Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering & Medical Devices” BIOMMEDD’2018, Cluj-Napoca (Romania), Sep 27-29, 2018
• “Current Aspects in Knee Arthroplasty,” Transylvanian Conference for Family Physicians, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, Sep 20-22, 2018
• “Biomechanics of the Posterior Cruciate Ligament,” 2nd SRATS Congress, Bucharest, Romania, Mar 21-23, 2018
• “Current Updates in Hip Replacement Technique,” Interferences in Rheumatology - Orthopedics, Cluj-Napoca, Mar 30-31, 2018
• “Revision Hip Arthroplasty Between Desires and Achievements,” Interferences in Rheumatology - Orthopedics, Cluj-Napoca, Mar 30-31, 2018
• “The Role of Autologous Biological Therapies in Osteoarticular Pathology,” Interferences in Rheumatology - Orthopedics, Cluj-Napoca, Mar 30-31, 2018
• “Preventing Knee Arthroplasty through Early Treatment of Articular Cartilage Defects Using Mesenchymal Stem Cells Obtained from Fluid Liposuction,” Annual Conference of Orthopedic and Traumatologists from Oltenia SOTO, Craiova, Nov 17-18, 2017
• “Arthroscopic Treatment Options in Shoulder Joint Conditions!,” in "A Segment: The Shoulder," 9th Interferences in Rheumatology Symposium, Cluj-Napoca, Mar 31 – Apr 1, 2017
• “Surgery Preparation,” in SOROT Consensus on the Treatment of Hip Fractures in 2016, National Orthopedics and Traumatology Conference, Oradea, Sep 28-30, 2016
• „Associated procedures: stability, malalignment and meniscus lessions”, in Cartilage lessions in ACL reconstruction, Primul Congres SRATS, Bucuresti, 31 Mar – 01 Apr 2016