3 Best Orthopedics in Cologne

“Dr. med. Knut Beitzel is a well-known orthopedic specialist in Cologne. He focuses primarily on shoulder injury. He is the head of Shoulder Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine at ATOS Orthoparc Clinic, Cologne, and a Professor at the Technical University of Munich. Dr. med. Knut Beitzel enhanced his professional development through a research fellowship at the Musculoskeletal Institute of the University of Connecticut Health Center. He is a member of various professional associations, actively participating in committees such as the American Shoulder and Elbow Society, the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine, the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA), the Association for Arthroscopy and Joint Surgery (AGA), and the German Association for Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (DVSE). Dr. Knut Beitzel was honoured with the "medi Award" in 2013 by the German Society for Arthroscopy for his noteworthy paper titled "Structural and Biomechanical Changes in Shoulders of Junior Javelin Throwers." His scientific work includes more than 120 scientific articles.”

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“Dr. med. Olaf Thorsten Beck is a famous orthopedic specialist in Cologne. He primarily focuses on hip, knee, and ankle joints. He uses modern regenerative treatment techniques and performs knee joint-preserving operations on professional athletes in football, ice hockey, and handball leagues, following the mentorship of Dr. Rolf Walter. His approach involves using minimally invasive techniques, significantly delaying the need for joint prostheses, particularly in the knee joint. He advises international institutions in Europe, South America, and China on regenerative treatment procedures. Dr. med. Olaf Thorsten Beck serves as a medical advisor at the German Institute for Cell and Tissue Replacement. His clinic is wheelchair accessible and has disabled parking spaces.”

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“Dr. med. Jurgen Höher is an experienced orthopedic specialist in Cologne. He now serves as a senior resident physician specializing in orthopedics and sports traumatology at Klinik am Ring. Dr. med. Jurgen Höher's extensive expertise extends to orthopedics, trauma surgery, and sports medicine. His notable qualifications include completing a fellowship in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, USA. His clinical proficiency is particularly remarkable in the field of knee joint injuries, with a focus on cruciate ligament and meniscus-related conditions. His specialized skills are most evident in complex knee joint interventions, where he places a specific emphasis on cruciate ligament surgery. Dr. med. Jurgen Höher continues to contribute to advancing orthopedic care, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality treatment and benefit from his extensive experience and skill set.”

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