Prof. Dr. David Pfander

orthopedics and trauma Surgery, special orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, physical therapy and balneology

User Score	Experience	Rating	Price Range	Publications	Online Consultations
93%	28 years	9.6/10	$$$	34	No

Overview

Country, City

Germany, Feldafing

Health facility

Rehabilitation Centre Benedictus Feldafing

Medical unit

Department of orthopedic rehabilitation

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. David Pfander is a highly experienced orthopedic and trauma surgeon with over two decades of practice. Throughout his career, he has held various prestigious positions at renowned medical facilities in Germany. Dr. Pfander is known for his extensive research in osteoarthritis, hypoxia, and chondrocyte survival, as evidenced by his scientific publications. He is recognized for his expertise in orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, and physical therapy, making him a valuable asset in the field. Currently serving as the Chief Physician of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery at Benedictus Hospital Tutzing, Dr. Pfander also serves as the Chief Physician of Orthopedic Rehabilitation at Benedictus Hospital Feldafing. His contributions to the field, including his involvement with various medical societies and the authorship of multiple books, reflect his dedication to advancing orthopedic care and treatment. Dr. Pfander's vast experience, exceptional skills, and commitment to research make him a highly respected and sought-after orthopedic specialist.

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1996 Graduated from the Free University of Berlin
1996-1997 Medical internship in the Department of Trauma Surgery at the University Hospital Essen (Director: Prof. Dr. med. KP Schmit-Neuerburg)
1998 Approval and doctorate
2004 Habilitation
2010 Appointment as adjunct professor for the subject "Orthopedics with Orthopedic Surgery" at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg

Experience

1998-2006 Orthopedic Clinic with Polyclinic of the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (Directors: Prof. Dr. med. D. Hohmann, Prof. Dr. med. G. Weseloh, Prof. Dr. med. R. Forst)
2000 Department of Anatomy & Histology, University of Pennsylvania, USA (Prof. Dr. T. Kirsch)
2003-2004 Specialist in Orthopedics and Senior Consultant at the Orthopedic University Clinic Erlangen (Director: Prof. Dr. med. R. Forst)
2004-2006 Private lecturer for the subject area: “Orthopedics with Orthopedic Surgery” and senior physician at the Orthopedic University Clinic Erlangen (Director: Prof. Dr. med. R. Forst)
2006-2007 Head of the Orthopedics II Department at Medical Park Bad Rodach and Orthopedic Attending Physician at Euromed Clinic Fürth
2007-2014 Head of the Clinic for Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery and Spinal Surgery at the Hufeland Clinic Mühlhausen
2012-2014 Head of the cross-site musculoskeletal center and the endoprosthetics center of the Hufeland Clinic
2014-2019 Chief Physician and Director of the Clinic for Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery and Spinal Therapy at Neuwerk Hospital and Head of the Endoprosthetics Center of Maximum Care
2020 Chief Physician of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery at Benedictus Hospital Tutzing
2022 Additionally Chief Physician of Orthopedics and Orthopedic Rehabilitation at Benedictus Hospital Feldafing

Awards & Memberships

German Society for Orthopedics and Orthopedic Surgery
German Society for Manual Medicine
Professional Association of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgeons
Osteoarthritis Research Society
German Association of Specialist Journalists
Book: "Sports injuries" in: "How children stay healthy"; ed. K. Hurrelmann and K. Klaubert; 2000, Beltz-Verlag
Book: “Pain therapy for osteoarthritis” in: “Rheumatism and Pain”; ed. J. Wendler and C. Baerwald; 2004, Unimed-Verlag.
Book: "Musculoskeletal Pain" in "Checklist for Pain Therapy"; edited by H. Huber and E. Winter; 2005, Thieme-Verlag

Languages

English

German

Publications

Sonicate fluid inoculated into blood culture bottles does not improve diagnosis of periprosthetic joint infection caused by anaerobes. A retrospective analysis.

April, 2020

Progressive femoral cortical and cancellous bone density loss after uncemented tapered-design stem fixation.

April, 2010

Distinct temporospatial expression patterns of glycolysis-related proteins in human hepatocellular carcinoma.

July, 2009

Location

Thomas-Mann-Straße, 6, 82340 Feldafing, Germany

FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

Prof. Dr. David Pfander works at Rehabilitation Centre Benedictus Feldafing.

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. David Pfander?

The primary specialization of the doctor is orthopedics and trauma Surgery, special orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, physical therapy and balneology.