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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer
Excellent
AiroScore
9.70

Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer

shoulder and elbow orthopaedic surgery, sports medicine, trauma surgery
shoulder and elbow orthopaedic surgery, sports medicine, trauma surgery
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
99%46 years9.7/10$$$$333Yes

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Munich
Health facility
ATOS Orthopedic Clinic Munich
Medical unit
Department of shoulder and elbow orthopedic surgery

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer is a highly accomplished orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery, sports medicine, and trauma surgery. With an impressive career spanning over 45 years, he has made significant contributions to the field. Dr. Habermeyer has worked at renowned institutions such as the Surgical University Hospital rechts der Isar Munich and Ludwigs Maximilians University Munich. He also founded the first specialized outpatient department for shoulder surgery in Germany. Currently, he practices at the ATOS Orthopedic Clinic Munich in the Department of Shoulder and Elbow Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Habermeyer's expertise is widely recognized, as evidenced by his numerous memberships in esteemed professional organizations and his position as President of the European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow. He has authored over 368 scientific publications, making him a leading authority in his field. Notably, he published the first textbook on shoulder surgery, and his work has been featured in prestigious medical journals. Dr. Habermeyer's dedication to advancing knowledge and improving patient outcomes is evident in his research on topics like shoulder joint pathology and rotator cuff tears. With his extensive experience, proficiency in various surgical techniques, and commitment to ongoing education and research, Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer is considered one of the foremost experts in shoulder and elbow orthopedic surgery. His contributions have had a significant impact in the field, and patients can trust his expertise for exceptional care and treatment.

Skills & Expertise

shoulder
arthroscopic
rotator
instability
joint
cuff
rotator cuff
head
lesions
humeral
arthroplasty
tendon
shoulder instability
humeral head
tears
shoulder arthroplasty
surgery
repair
glenoid
biceps
rotator cuff tears
cuff tears
traumatic
glenohumeral
elbow
muscle
acromioclavicular joint
reconstruction
prosthesis
humerus
subscapularis
humeral head replacement
shoulder joint
fracture
dislocations
posttraumatic
orthopedic
trauma
rotator cuff repair
shoulder dislocation
cuff repair
proximal humerus
chronic acromioclavicular joint
posterior shoulder instability
total shoulder arthroplasty
osteoarthritis shoulder
acromioclavicular joint dislocations
biceps pulley lesions
supraspinatus outlet syndrome
anterior shoulder instability

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • 1972-1974 Study of human medicine, preclinical, Ludwigs Maximilians University Munich
  • 1975-1978 Study of human medicine, University Hospital rechts der Isar Munich, Technical University of Munich
  • 1981 Promotion to Dr. medical with distinction, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
  • 1987 Specialist in surgery
  • 1987 Habilitation in the field of surgery
  • 1992 Specialist in trauma surgery
  • 1994 Additional qualification in sports medicine
Experience
  • 1978-1982 Surgical University Hospital rechts der Isar Munich (Prof. Dr. G. Maurer)
  • 1982-1992 Surgical Clinic, Ludwigs Maximilians University Munich (Prof. Dr. L. Schweiberer)
  • 1984 Founded Germany's first specialized outpatient department for shoulder surgery at the Surgical University Hospital Munich
  • 1992-1996 Sports Clinic Stuttgart, Chief Physician
  • 1996 Appointment as Professor Dr. medical habil. LMU Munich
  • 1997 Opening of the ATOS Klinik Heidelberg center for shoulder and elbow surgery
  • 2008 Visiting Professor Harvard University Boston
  • 2009 Specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery
  • 2012 Founding of the German Shoulder Center ATOS Clinic Munich
  • 2020 Founding of the Shoulder Center Prof. Habermeyer in Munich
Awards & Memberships
  • 1990 Publication of authorship of the first textbook on shoulder surgery
  • Included in the list of the most famous surgeons in Germany specializing in the treatment of shoulder joint pathology, published by the FOCUS magazine
  • President of the European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow
  • Member of the German Association for Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
  • Member of the German Society for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery
  • Member of the German-speaking working group for arthroscopy
  • Member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
  • Honorary Member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America 
  • Honorary Member of the German Association of Orthopedic Sports Medicine 
  • Honorary Member of the Austrian Society for Trauma Surgery
  • Georg Rabl Prize for the best orthopedic textbook

Languages

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English
German flag
German

Publications

Short-term functional outcomes of reverse shoulder arthroplasty following three-dimensional planning is similar whether placed with a standard guide or patient-specific instrumentation.

August, 2023

Radiologic midterm results of cemented and uncemented glenoid components in primary osteoarthritis of the shoulder: a matched pair analysis.

January, 2023

Is there a correlation between humeral osteoarthritis and glenoid morphology according to Walch?

June, 2022

Location

Effnerstraße, 38, 81925 Munich, Germany

FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer?

The primary specialization of the doctor is shoulder and elbow orthopaedic surgery, sports medicine, trauma surgery.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer has been practicing for more than 46 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in shoulder, arthroscopic, rotator, instability, joint.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

Yes, Prof. Dr. med. Peter Habermeyer performs virtual appointments and offers a second medical opinion service.

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