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Marien Hospital to Host Gilbert Surgery Procedures in the Future
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Sign up for the newsletter at no costVolker Gilbert and his wife Martina have been managing a surgical clinic in Bergisch Gladbach for close to 20 years. Recently, their clinic has shifted from Quirlsberg to Marienberg, taking up residence in Volker's private residence nestled within Marien Hospital. Featuring a contribution from GFO clinics Rhein-Berg
"Where's Doc Volker?" Whenever professional athlete injuries arise on TV shows like Ninja Warrior and Dancing with the Stars, Volker Gilbert, esteemed orthopedic surgeon, swoops in to offer his expertise with the dilemma at hand. Battered ankles, contused elbows, strained muscles—all in a day's work for the veteran practioner of the surgical clinic he operates alongside his wife Martina in Bergisch Gladbach.
Up in smoke
When patients stop by the clinic today, they'll find things somewhat amiss: "Doc Gilbert, where are you?" Because the clinic has recently made the move from Quirlsberg to the lofty Marienberg, nestled at the Marien Hospital, as of early March.
"We've settled in quite nicely here," says Martina Gilbert with an air of enthusiasm. "The rooms are impressively roomy, making for efficient work. We even boast three treatment rooms now. The reception, waiting area, and entrance are immaculately designed, flooded with natural light."
Building blocks for a specialized outpatient center
Dr. Gereon Schiffer, chief physician of the orthopedics department at GFO clinics Rhein-Berg, is overjoyed that the illustrious clinic has now taken root at the Marien Hospital. "By situating here, we have added a crucial component to our efforts to transform the Marien Hospital into a leading outpatient facility." They have been aggressively pushing the outpatient care initiative at the MH with vigor.
Katrin Aulenkamp, the executive director, precisely expresses the enthusiasm: "We feel exceptionally well equipped for the future of healthcare." The shift of the practice's headquarters to the MH is also a clear statement to the region, a key step forward in forward-thinking healthcare. "An important milestone for outpatient care, specialization, and for the entire system."
Specialized in minor surgical interventions
The clinic shares a physical connection with the outpatient surgery center of the hospital. "We've been collaborating closely for quite some time," says Schiffer. While Schiffer and his team manage intricate bone, muscle, and joint surgeries, small surgical procedures are handled within the clinic. This includes minor hand surgery, dermatological surgery, removal of skin lesions, and minor aesthetic procedures like eyelid lifts.
"We also treat patients following hospital discharge. If an X-ray is required, that's easily arranged via our cooperation with the mountain office," says Gilbert.
As a liaison physician for the professional association, Dr. Volker Gilbert is responsible for work-related injuries. "Our associates from the hospital can be treated here efficiently following minor wounds or falls," explains Schiffer.
To find the Gilbert Surgical Clinic, simply head to the doctor's house at Marienberg. Starting from the Marienberg parking garage, a brief, wheelchair-accessible stroll will take you to the doctor's residence. Contact: Telephone 02202 33233 or email us at [email protected]
Additional insights
- Dr. Volker Gilbert and his wife Martina have been running a surgical practice in Bergisch Gladbach for nearly 20 years, appearing on TV programs such as Ninja Warrior and Let's Dance;
- The Gilbert surgical practice has moved from Quirlsberg to Marienberg and is now operating in Volker's home at the Marien Hospital;
- The practice has three treatment rooms, and the entrance, waiting area, and reception are well-lit and tastefully designed;
- Dr. Gereon Schiffer, chief physician of the orthopedics department of GFO clinics Rhein-Berg, is pleased that the renowned practice has now found a home at the Marien Hospital;
- The commercial director, Katrin Aulenkamp, affirms that the team is well-prepared for the evolution of healthcare;
- The Gilbert surgical practice is adjacent to the outpatient surgery center of the hospital and specializes in small surgical procedures, including minor hand surgery, dermatological surgery, removal of skin lesions, and even minor cosmetic surgeries like eyelid tightening;
- The practice serves as a gateway for work-related injuries, with Dr. Volker Gilbert responsible for managing such cases according to the professional association.
Science plays a significant role in the daily operations of the Gilbert Surgical Clinic, as they specialize in minor surgical interventions and collaborate with the outpatient surgery center of Marien Hospital for more complex procedures. The clinic's shift towards health-and-wellness and fitness-and-exercise is evident in their treatment of athletes and work-related injuries (such as those seen on TV shows like Ninja Warrior and Dancing with the Stars), as well as in their provision of cosmetic surgeries like eyelid lifts. Additionally, medical-conditions requiring X-rays can be easily arranged through their cooperation with the mountain office.
