Professional Experience
Dr Pastucha has a robust clinical career, combining leadership roles, high-volume surgeries and comprehensive care across adult and paediatric orthopaedics.
- Since 2009 – Head of the Orthopaedic Department at Altoa | Czech Hospital of Hořovice (Hořovice, Czech Republic).
- 2008-2009 – Deputy Chief of the Orthopaedic Department at the same hospital.
- 2005-present – Head of Orthopaedic Outpatient Clinic at Palas Athéna, Prague (specialist outpatient centre).
- 2003-2008 – Senior Secondary Physician, Orthopaedic Department, Benešov Hospital, Central Bohemia Region – including paediatric orthopaedics and trauma care.
- 2000-2002 – Provider of Emergency Orthopaedic Services, 4th Surgery Clinic, Faculty Hospital Bratislava (Slovakia).
- Clinical volume highlight: under his leadership, his department performs high numbers of hip and knee replacements and revision arthroplasty cases annually (e.g., over 450 implantations and re-implantations per year at his clinic).
Academic Contributions
Dr Pastucha is actively engaged in teaching, professional development and research-oriented master-classes in his field.
- Serves as senior clinician-educator, leading training of junior orthopaedic surgeons and residents in hip & knee arthroplasty and trauma care.
- Regular lecturer and participant in international orthopaedic master-classes: e.g., revision knee arthroplasty courses (Hamburg, Rome, Prague), advanced hip replacement training (Oxford, UK; USA) and trauma instruction courses (AO Foundation).
- Research interests include periprosthetic fractures, revision joint replacement techniques, minimally invasive arthroplasty and paediatric hip ultrasound diagnostics.
Areas of Expertise
Dr Pastucha offers a wide range of orthopaedic services, with particular strengths in advanced joint procedures and trauma. Patient-friendly descriptions include:
- Hip replacement (total and revision) – for example, helping patients walk without pain again after severe arthritis.
- Knee replacement and revision knee arthroplasty – restoring mobility when everyday movement becomes difficult due to joint damage.
- Arthroscopy of hip, knee, shoulder and ankle – minimally invasive surgery to treat cartilage damage, tears or early arthritis.
- Management of periprosthetic fractures and complex trauma – dealing with cases when a previous implant fails or a major injury occurs.
- Paediatric orthopaedics and hip ultrasound in newborns – early diagnostics and treatment of congenital hip joint disorders in children.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr Pastucha’s approach to care emphasises patient-centred communication, modern surgical techniques and international accessibility.
- Clear explanation of diagnosis, treatment options and expected outcomes – ensuring patients are informed partners in their care journey.
- Use of minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques to reduce pain, shorten hospital stay and speed recovery.
- Support for international patients – multilingual environment (speaks Czech, English, French, Slovak) and international-patient coordination at his clinic.
- Commitment to high patient satisfaction, safety and follow-up care, including rehabilitation planning and long-term outcomes.
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Czech Medical Chamber (ČLK) since 2004.
- Award recipient: Jánský Gold Medal (2015) for contributions to orthopaedic surgery and teaching.
- Frequent participant and faculty in AO Foundation courses and other international orthopaedic societies and training programs.
FAQs
- Is Dr Milan Pastucha board-certified?
- Yes. He holds full specialist certification in Orthopaedics (1st Level in 2001, full specialisation completed in 2006) and has led the orthopaedic department at his hospital since 2009.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs hip and knee joint replacements (including revisions), arthroscopic surgeries of hip/knee/shoulder/ankle, trauma surgeries and complex revision arthroplasty cases.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. His hospital welcomes international patients and supports multilingual communication, treatment coordination and medical tourism cases.
- How long is the typical hospital stay for joint replacement surgeries?
- While individual cases vary, many procedures are managed with streamlined care pathways, early mobilisation and discharge planning; his department is experienced in efficient orthopaedic recovery protocols.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr Pastucha speaks Czech, English, French and Slovak, enabling effective communication with a broad patient base.
- Where does he currently work?
- He is Head of the Orthopaedic Department at Altoa | Czech Hospital of Hořovice (Hořovice, Czech Republic).
