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International Fellowship at BG Klinik Hamburg – Specializing in Advanced Knee Surgery

Are you seeking high-level clinical training in a highly specialized environment? The International Fellowship Program at BG Klinik Hamburg offers a unique opportunity to focus on complex reconstructive knee surgery within an expert team.

Our core surgical expertise includes:

Challenging revision ACL reconstructions

Osteotomies for axis correction

Treatment of multiligament knee injuries

We combine cutting-edge surgical techniques with a strong academic foundation. Fellows have exclusive access to our dedicated biomechanical research laboratory and are actively involved in clinical studies, ensuring close integration of science and surgical practice.

What we offer:

Intensive training in a high-volume, specialized center
Direct mentoring by experienced surgeons
Participation in interdisciplinary case discussions and international networks
Opportunities for biomechanical and clinical research at the forefront of orthopedic science
Become part of our international community and help shape the future of complex knee surgery.

Apply now – we look forward to welcoming you to Hamburg!

Main Areas of Interest

Our fellowship provides involvement in the operating room, offering exposure to a wide range of advanced knee procedures. Fellows become members of the surgical team and gain in-depth experience in complex reconstructive techniques.

In parallel, we strongly support academic development: fellows are encouraged to engage in scientific work both in our state-of-the-art biomechanical laboratory and through participation in ongoing clinical research projects. This dual focus allows for a deep understanding of both surgical practice and the evidence behind it.

Techniques You Will Learn

Techniques

Our fellowship provides in-depth training across the full range of advanced knee reconstruction procedures, including:
All types of osteotomies, including slope-correcting, double-level, and torsional osteotomies
Management of multiligament knee injuries
Revision ACL reconstruction, including complex cases with tunnel malposition or bone defects
Use of allografts in ligament reconstruction and revision surgery

Meniscus preservation and allograft transplantation

Fellows are involved in both standard and complex procedures, with structured supervision and the opportunity to progressively take on operative responsibilities.

Curriculum

The fellowship curriculum offers a well-structured combination of hands-on surgical training and active involvement in research, both in clinical studies and in our dedicated biomechanical laboratory. Fellows are integrated into the daily surgical schedule and are encouraged to contribute to ongoing academic projects.

Previous experience in orthopedic surgery and scientific work is highly valued. German language skills are welcome, especially for participation in clinical routines, but English is fully accepted as the working language within the team and for all scientific activities.

Accommodation

Accommodations can be provided at the hospital.

Fees and Program Logistics

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Fee
12 weeks	$125.00
24 weeks	$250.00
48 weeks	$375.00

Who Can Apply

Surgeons at any level of experience or biomechnical researchers.

Host Details

Host Name: PD Dr. R. Akoto, Prof. Dr. Karl-Heinz Frosch and Dr. Tobias C. Drenck

Affiliation: BG Klinik Hamburg

Address: Bergedorf Straße 10

Website URL: https://www.bg-kliniken.de/klinikum-hamburg/

Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.

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