Orthopedic care in Munich
Orthopedic specialist in Munich
Joint, muscle and tendon problems can be assessed meaningfully when your history, function, examination, imaging and personal goal are considered together. Choose the affected joint below to read about common causes, examinations and treatment options.
At a glance
Key facts
- Start with the body region and the question you need answered
- Separate pathways for diagnosis, treatment and second opinions
- Consider conservative and surgical approaches without a predetermined conclusion
- In-person examination and treatment in Munich take place at OrthoCenter
Your consultation in Munich
Orthopedic care in English, whether you live here or are visiting.
PD Dr. med. Daniel P. Berthold sees patients with joint problems and sports injuries at OrthoCenter Munich, Maximilianstraße 10. English-language consultations are relevant both to international visitors and to English-speaking people living in Munich or elsewhere in Germany. You do not need to be travelling for treatment to use these pages.
Start with the body region, when the symptoms began and what you can no longer do comfortably. If another doctor has recommended surgery, state that when arranging the appointment and bring the recommendation and available imaging. The shoulder, knee and sports medicine pages explain the relevant assessment in more detail.
Does living in Germany mean my consultation is automatically covered?
No. Residence and insurance coverage are separate questions. Confirm the consultation fee and whether your insurer reimburses private treatment before booking. The fees page explains what to clarify; it is not a promise of reimbursement.
Consultation information updated:
Body regions
Find the right medical specialty.
Start with the affected region. You can read about likely causes and treatment options before your visit; you do not need a confirmed diagnosis to book an appointment.
Knee
Meniscus, ACL, cartilage, osteoarthritis and sports-related symptoms.
Shoulder
Rotator cuff, instability, impingement, osteoarthritis and tendons.
Foot and ankle
Ligaments, tendons, loading reactions and foot pain.
Elbow
Tendon attachments, instability and the distal biceps tendon.
Hip
Joint, labrum, tendons and load-related symptoms.
Spine
Back pain, discs and radiating symptoms.
Decisions in context
How examination and imaging guide treatment.
An MRI finding does not always explain the symptoms. Conversely, significant loss of function can matter even when initial imaging is nonspecific.
Whether conservative care, additional diagnostic testing or surgery is appropriate depends on symptoms, function, associated injuries, activity goals, imaging and previous treatment.
International patients
Plan your consultation in Munich.
Bring original images and reports, previous operation notes, a medication list and a short timeline of symptoms and treatment. Write down the activities you want to regain and your most important question. Initial inquiries should not include confidential medical attachments; agree a suitable transfer route with the practice first.
Confirm the consultation language, any interpreting needs, fees and the appropriate appointment before booking travel. This website’s language does not guarantee a consultation in that language. Follow-up and communication with your local clinicians should be planned in advance.
Common questions
Answers to common questions.
Does this website replace an examination?
No. The information offers orientation, but cannot replace a medical history, physical examination or individual medical assessment.
Can treatment be decided directly from an MRI report?
Not reliably. Imaging, symptoms, function, associated findings, activity goals and the course of the condition need to be considered together.
How are treatment costs and follow-up agreed?
Request an individual estimate and clarify reimbursement with your insurer. Ask which examinations, written reports and follow-up visits are included. International patients should also plan rehabilitation and medical contact after returning home.
Author and medically responsiblePD Dr. med. Daniel P. BertholdSpecialist in Orthopaedics and Trauma SurgeryUpdated
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