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Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft
Excellent
AiroScore
9.70

Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft

orthopedics, traumatology, hand and spine surgery, joint replacement
orthopedics, traumatology, hand and spine surgery, joint replacement
User ScoreExperienceTotal ReviewsRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
95%27 years39.7/10$$$123No

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Krefeld
Health facility
Helios Hospital Krefeld
5.0 on Google
The data collected based on 3 patient reviews on Google

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft is a highly experienced and well-respected doctor specializing in orthopedics, traumatology, hand and spine surgery. With 27 years of experience, Dr. Kraft has an impressive background in the field of medicine. He completed his medical studies at the Heinrich Heine University Dusseldorf and the Friedrich-Wilhelm University of Bonn and defended his doctoral dissertation in the field of surgery. Dr. Kraft's expertise is further validated by his numerous memberships in prestigious medical societies, including the German Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology and the German Association of Osteologists. Dr. Kraft works at the Helios Hospital Krefeld in Germany, where he heads the Department of Orthopedics, Trauma, and Hand Surgery. His dedication to his profession is evident in his extensive scientific publications, which cover a wide range of topics related to orthopedics and traumatology. Notable publications include studies on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on spinal fusion procedures, targeted therapy in HER2-positive breast cancer, and the difficulties of breast reconstruction. These publications showcase Dr. Kraft's commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. Overall, Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft is a highly accomplished and skilled doctor in orthopedics and traumatology. His extensive experience, impressive list of publications, and membership in esteemed medical societies attest to his expertise and dedication to providing patients the highest quality of care.

Skills & Expertise

49 expert tags for Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft. Our tools analyze the strengths of the doctor using artificial intelligence. Check the data selected according to the AI policy below.
orthopedics
spinal
muscle
striated muscle
traumatology
surgery
hand
implants
arthropathy
spine
osteosynthesis
bone
haemophilic arthropathy
interbody fusion
osteotomy
knee
infection
joint
reconstruction
hip
fracture
back pain
plate osteosynthesis
lumbar interbody fusion
osteomyelitis
spondylodiscitis
ankle
tendon
achilles
tendinitis
fibula
osteoarthropathy
pandemic spinal fusion
injury
muscle microcirculation
hypertrophic osteoarthropathy
skeletal muscle
spinal infections
lumbar spine
spinal fusion
spine surgery
hand surgery
ankle equinus deformity
magnetic resonance imaging
rotator cuff lesions
joint replacement
pediatric orthopedics
orthopedic surgery
lumbosacral junction

Resume (CV)

Education

  • 1990-1996 Study of medicine at the Heinrich Heine University Dusseldorf and the Friedrich-Wilhelm University of Bonn
  • 1996 Final state exam
  • 1996 Defense of doctoral dissertation in the field of surgery
  • 2004 Habilitation in orthopedics
  • 2012 Professorship course at the University of Bonn (trainees)

Experience

  • 1995-1996 Practical year, Department of orthopedic surgery, Taunton; Department of Cardiology, University Bonn
  • 1997-1998 Internship, Department of traumatology, University Hospital Bonn
  • 1998-2003 Research Assistant of the Department of orthopedics, University Hospital Bonn
  • 2003-2005 Senior Physician of the Department of orthopedics, University Hospital Bonn
  • 2005-2007 Leading Senior Physician and Deputy Head of the Department of orthopedics, University Hospital Dusseldorf
  • 2007 Head of the Department of adult and pediatric orthopedics, traumatology, and hand surgery at the Helios Hospital Krefeld
  • 2011 Visiting Professor at the Friedrich-Wilhelm University of Bonn
  • 2012 Lectureship at the Rhine-Westphalia University of Technology Aachen
  • 2015 Head of the professional group on orthopedics and traumatology of the network of Helios clinics

Awards & Memberships

  • Member of the German Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology
  • Member of the Association of Leading Orthopedists
  • Member of the working group on Endoprosthetics
  • Member of the working group on Osteosynthesis (graduates) of the International Association for the Study of Osteosynthesis
  • Member of the International Association for the Study of Spinal Osteosynthesis
  • Member of the German Association of Osteologists
  • Member of the German Society of Spinal Surgery
  • Member of the International Society of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery

Publications

123 scientific publications from Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft. Check the most relevant ones according to the editorial policy below.

Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Spinal Fusion Procedures for Spinal Infections in a Nationwide Hospital Network in Germany.

January, 2023

Longitudinal detection of prion shedding in nasal secretions of CWD-infected white-tailed deer.

January, 2023

Difficulties of Breast Reconstruction - Problems That No One Likes to Face.

November, 2021

Location

Address

Lutherpl., 40, 47805
Krefeld, Germany
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FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft?

The primary specialization of the doctor is orthopedics, traumatology, hand and spine surgery, joint replacement.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft has been practicing for more than 27 years.

What do patients say about Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft?

The doctor has 0 review on AiroMedical and and 3 feedbacks at other places. The UserScore of the specialist is 95%.

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What topics does Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in orthopedics, spinal, muscle, striated muscle, traumatology.

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Does the specialist offer online consultations?

No, Prof. Dr. med. Clayton N. Kraft doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

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