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Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann
Excellent
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9.80

Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann

orthopedics, hip, spine, shoulder, elbow, and hand surgery
orthopedics, hip, spine, shoulder, elbow, and hand surgery
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
99%44 years9.8/10$$$$73Yes

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Hamburg
Health facility
ATOS Orthopedic Clinic Fleetinsel Hamburg

About the doctor

Dr. Achim Hedtmann is an experienced orthopedic surgeon based in Hamburg, Germany. With an impressive 44 years of experience, Dr. Hedtmann has established himself as a distinguished specialist in hip, spine, shoulder, elbow, and hand surgery. He works at the ATOS Orthopedic Clinic Fleetinsel Hamburg, specifically in the shoulder and elbow orthopedic surgery department. Dr. Hedtmann's career highlights include studying medicine at the University of Dusseldorf, obtaining his doctorate in medicine, and completing study visits at renowned institutions such as the Orthopedic Department of the University of California, San Francisco and the Department of Pediatric Orthopedics at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada. He has also acquired additional qualifications in chiropractics and physical therapy. We can see Dr. Hedtmann's dedication to his field through his extensive list of 73 scientific publications. These publications highlight his expertise in orthopedics, including shoulder arthroplasty, ultrasound diagnosis of the rotator cuff, and the management of posttraumatic shoulder instability. Dr. Hedtmann continuously contributes to advancements in orthopedic care through his research and clinical practice. Overall, Dr. Achim Hedtmann's extensive experience, specialization in multiple areas of orthopedics, and dedication to research and publication demonstrate his commitment to providing high-quality patient care. His expertise and contributions to the field make him a highly respected and sought-after orthopedic surgeon in Hamburg.

Skills & Expertise

50 expert tags for Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann. Our tools analyze the strengths of the doctor using artificial intelligence. Check the data selected according to the AI policy below.
shoulder
rotator cuff
spine
joint
acromioclavicular joint
arthroplasty
surgery
elbow
shoulder arthroplasty
rotator cuff tears
orthopedics
injuries
intervertebral disk
hip
hand
children
subacromial syndromes
cervical spine
hand surgery
shoulder instability
impingement syndrom
disk removal
biomechanics injury
intradisk injection
lumbar disk
bones joints
spine ligaments
intraarticular disk
lowdose collagenase
subacromial decompression
whiplash injury
posttraumatic acromioclavicular joint
replacement shoulder arthroplasty
lumbar intervertebral disk
orthopedic surgery
orthopedic pain
lumbar spine
postdiscotomy syndrome
disk surgery
neglected dislocations
upper extremities
glenoid implant
tendon tears
subscapularis tendon
spinal injuries
joint injuries
joint instability
prosthesis implantation
shoulder prosthesis
shoulder joint

Resume (CV)

Education

  • 1973-1979 Studied medicine at the University of Dusseldorf
  • 1979 3. Medical state examination and license to practice as a doctor
  • 1981 Doctorate in Medicine, University of Düsseldorf
  • 1984 Study visit: Orthopaedic Department of the University of California, San Francisco, USA
  • 1984 Study visit: Department of Paediatric Orthopaedics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
  • 1986 Specialist physician in orthopedics
  • 1990 Habilitation for the subject orthopedics
  • 1992 Acquisition of additional qualification in “Chiropractics”
  • 1996 Acquisition of the additional name “Physical Therapy”, German Society for Ultrasound in Medicine: Instructor Level III
  • Specialist for hip, spine, shoulder, elbow, and hand surgery

Experience

  • 1979-1982 Medical Surgery, Augusta Krankenanstalten, Bochum
  • 1982-1986 Medical Assistant for Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic University Clinic Bochum, St. Josef-Hospital
  • 1986-1989 Senior Physician at the Orthopaedic University Clinic Bochum, St. Josef-Hospital
  • 1989-1992 Head Senior Physician and Deputy Director of the Clinic of the Orthopaedic University Clinic Bochum, St. Josef-Hospital Bochum
  • 1993 Head Physician of the Department of Orthopaedics II, Upper Extremities and Spine, Klinik Fleetinsel Hamburg
  • 2014 Chief Physician of the Orthopaedic Clinic, ATOS Klinik Fleetinsel Hamburg

Publications

73 scientific publications from Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann. Check the most relevant ones according to the editorial policy below.

Autologous bridging of rotator cuff tears with a hamstring tendon patch. A cadaver feasibility study and biomechanical testing.

July, 2018

The Subscapularis Interlocking Stitch for the Arthroscopic Treatment of Subscapularis Tendon Tears at the Shoulder.

9 October, 2015

Arthroscopically assisted retrograde drilling of the humeral head with a guiding device.

May, 2015

Location

Address

Admiralitätstraße, 3-4, 20459
Hamburg, Germany
About this place
Hamburg is the second-largest metropolis in Germany, located on the banks of the Elbe. It is one of the wealthiest cities in the c

FAQ

What is the specialization of Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann?

The primary specialization of the doctor is orthopedics, hip, spine, shoulder, elbow, and hand surgery.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann has been practicing for more than 44 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in shoulder, rotator cuff, spine, joint, acromioclavicular joint.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

Yes, Dr. med. Achim Hedtmann performs virtual appointments and offers a second medical opinion service.

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