Ankle arthroscopy in ankle arthritis in University Hospital Würzburg
University Hospital Würzburg
Würzburg, Germany
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520739
Dr. med. Matthias Walcher
Department of Adult and Pediatric Foot, Ankle Surgery
Specialized in: adult and pediatric foot, ankle surgery The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- physical examination
- review of medical records
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH-basal
- indicators of inflammation
- indicators blood coagulation
- ultrasound of the ankle
- MRI scan of the foot
- X-Ray of the foot
- preoperative care
- arthroscopic ankle surgery
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- physiotherapeutic procedures
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
- X-ray examination, MRI/CT scan (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Adult and Pediatric Foot, Ankle Surgery at the University Hospital Würzburg offers the full range of diagnostics, conservative, and surgical treatment of foot and ankle diseases, ranging from congenital foot malformations to the diseases associated with joint degeneration in the elderly, sports injuries. A treatment plan is developed for each patient individually, involving the experienced physiotherapists and orthopedic technicians. The priority of the department is the preservation of mobility of the patient and the improvement of his quality of life. The department is headed by Dr. med. Matthias Walcher.
In ankle pathologies, the doctors widely use arthroscopy of the upper and lower ankle, as well as the modern methods of cartilage reconstruction. Corrective interventions or selective articular fusion are performed for the treatment of axial abnormalities of the posterior and middle parts of the foot. The auxiliary operations on ligaments and tendons stabilize the achieved result. The joint replacement surgery is performed in the case of pronounced ankle dysfunction. A great advantage of the department is the use of naturopathic techniques, which act as an adjuvant therapy. In particular, they include traditional Chinese medicine techniques, acupuncture.
The service range of the department includes:
- Ankle diseases
- Joint-preserving arthroscopic and open interventions
- Treatment of cartilage lesions
- Ligament stabilization operations
- Tendon and muscle surgery
- Surgical treatment of arthrosis
- Upper ankle joint replacement
- Transpositional interventions in ankle malformations
- Foot diseases
- Correction of valgus foot deformity
- Surgical correction of claw- and hammer-shaped toes
- Surgical correction of toe defects
- Transpositional interventions in foot deformities
- Corrective interventions in foot defects caused by previous trauma or illness
- Surgical treatment of arthrosis
- Transpositional interventions in complex foot malformations
- Other therapeutic options
Curriculum vitae
Education and Professional Activities
- 1996 - 2002 Study of Medicine at the Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen.
- 2003 - 2008 Training for the title of a Medical Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology, Department of Traumatology and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Tuebingen, Orthopädie Diakonieklinikum Hospital Stuttgart (Surgery).
- 2003 Doctoral thesis defense.
- 2009 Medical Specialist, Bürgerspital Hospital Solothurn, Orthopedics.
- 2010 - 2011 Acting Head of the Section of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, University Hospital Basel.
- 2011 - 2012 Scholarship, Orthopedic Traumatology, University of Western Australia, Royal Perth Hospital.
- Since 2012, Head of the Department of Adult and Pediatric Foot, Ankle Surgery at the University Hospital Würzburg.
- 08.2016 Scholarship Abroad, GFFC 2016, Prof. Schon, Baltimore, Prof. Easley, Duke University, Canada.
- Since 07.2017, Partner of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University Hospital Würzburg.
Main Focuses
- Osteoarthritis of the ankle and small foot joints.
- Foot and ankle minimally invasive surgery.
- Treatment of complex deformities.
- Joint-preserving treatment of ankle and foot diseases.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- German Association for Foot Surgery (GFFC).
- German Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Association (GFFC).
- European Foot and Ankle Society (EFAS).
- German Trauma Society (DGU).
- German Association of Orthopedics and Orthopedic Surgery (DGOOC).
- Swiss Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology.
- American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS).
Photo of the doctor: (c) Universitätsklinikum Würzburg
About hospital
According to the FOCUS magazine in 2019, the University Hospital Würzburg ranks among the top national German hospitals!
The hospital is one of the oldest medical facilities in Germany. The centuries-old traditions of first-class treatment are combined with the very latest achievements of modern evidence-based medicine and advanced expert experience. The hospital is the maximum care medical center and covers all fields of modern medicine. The hospital has an impeccable international reputation and treats a large number of patients from other countries every year.
A distinctive peculiarity of the hospital is active interdisciplinary cooperation. A large number of diseases are diagnosed and treated within the specialized centers, which medical teams rely on the unique experience of treatment of a wide variety of clinical cases. For example, such centers include the General Cancer Center, the Stem Cell Therapy Center, the Breast Health Center, the Gastrointestinal Center, the Thoracic Surgery Center, etc. In total, the hospital has more than 40 centers of this kind. Therefore, the patients of the hospital are confident that they will be offered the most relevant treatment in accordance with the very latest medical recommendations.
In addition to the most advanced achievements and methods of modern medicine, the medical team of the hospital makes every effort to create a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, which promotes patient well-being and recovery.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the University Hospital Würzburg live in comfortable rooms made in a modern design and bright colors. The patient room includes a bed with a remote control, a bedside table with a sliding table, a wardrobe, a TV. The patient rooms have the possibility of Internet connection. The enhanced-comfort rooms are equipped with a safe, a fridge and upholstered furniture.
Meals and Menus
The patients of the hospital are offered a varied and tasty three meals a day. There is a daily choice of several menus, including a dietary one. In case of intolerance to any food, please inform the medical staff about your food preferences in advance. After that, you will be offered an individual menu. Also, the hospital houses the cafes and cafeterias with a wide assortment of drinks, fresh pastries, fresh salads, sweets and other dishes.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Toilet
Shower
Wi-Fi
TV
Religion
Christian priests are available for the patients at any time. Representatives of other religions may be requested at any time.
Accompanying person
Your companion may stay with you in your room or at a hotel of your choice during the fixed program.
Hotel
You may stay at the clinic hotel or a hotel of your choice during the outpatient program. Our manager will help you choose the best option.
