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About Dr. Helge Schmitz

Designation: Consultant orthopedist and orthopedic surgeon

Department: Orthopedics

Dr. Helge Schmitz is a German orthopedic surgeon based in Dubai. He received his medical education and training at the University Hospitals of Würzburg and Düsseldorf in Germany, where he specialized in orthopedics and orthopedic surgery. Over the years, he has performed more than 5,000 surgeries and is widely regarded as a leader in his field.
During his career, he developed a particular focus on knee and shoulder surgery, including joint replacements, revision procedures, and arthroscopic techniques. In 2006, he established a successful orthopedic practice in Freiburg, Germany, where he treated patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Since 2021, Dr. Schmitz has been practicing at Doctor Reuter Medical Centers in Dubai, offering expert care with a personalized, minimally invasive approach.
Dr. Schmitz’s orthopedic expertise spans both surgical and non-surgical treatments, with a strong emphasis on minimally invasive procedures. His core focus areas include:
- Arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder
- Joint replacements and revision surgeries
- Reconstructive arthroscopic shoulder surgery
- Conservative orthopedic treatments
- Joint and spine injection techniques
- Manual medicine and chirotherapy
- Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for musculoskeletal conditions
- Stem cells treatment
He is internationally recognized as an expert in arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery and is considered one of the leading specialists in reconstructive shoulder procedures.
Patients choose Dr. Helge Schmitz for his precision, experience, and dedication to minimally invasive care. With over 5,000 successful surgeries and two decades of clinical practice, he combines German medical standards with the latest advancements in orthopedic treatment.
His dedication doesn’t stop at the operating room. Dr. Schmitz also provides non-surgical treatments, combining manual medicine, targeted injections, and extracorporeal shockwave therapy - an innovative treatment for musculoskeletal pain. His work in this field led him to present at international conferences, including Arab Health 2019 in Dubai, where his connection with the region began.
Whether you need surgery, rehabilitation, or conservative treatment, Dr. Schmitz offers a thoughtful, patient-first approach backed by years of proven results.

Dr. Helge Schmitz specializes in:

Manual Medicine / Chirotherapy

An effective treatment approach for spinal and functional disorders that can cause back pain, leg or arm discomfort, or even referred pain in the shoulder:

  • Focuses on identifying segmental dysfunctions in the spine
  • Helps address the underlying causes of shoulder, upper limb, and lower limb pain
  • Treatment plans are tailored using clinical symptoms, physical examination, and imaging results

Arthroscopic Surgery

Also known as keyhole surgery, this minimally invasive technique allows direct access to the inside of joints without large incisions:

  • It is used for the diagnosis and treatment of joint conditions
  • Commonly performed on shoulders and knees
  • It is an outpatient procedure with faster recovery and less post-operative pain
  • Enables repair of cartilage, ligaments, and other joint structures with high precision

Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)

An innovative, non-invasive treatment for chronic pain and inflammation:

  • Stimulates metabolism and promotes natural healing
  • Reduces pain, tenderness, and tissue inflammation
  • Highly effective for musculoskeletal conditions such as tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, and chronic joint pain
  • Recognized as a modern therapy option in orthopedics and sports medicine

 

Orthopedic Injections

Targeted injections are used for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in orthopedic care:

  • It helps manage inflammatory conditions and degenerative joint disease
  • Supports pain relief and improves mobility
  • It can be used to isolate and understand the root cause of pain in complex cases

Stem cells treatment

Stem cells orthopedic injections are an advanced regenerative treatment commonly used to address osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, ligament damage, and other degenerative joint conditions:

  • Stem cells are typically harvested from the patient’s own bone marrow or adipose (fat) tissue 
  • Once processed, the stem cells are carefully injected into the affected area, where they work to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and stimulate the repair 
  • This therapy offers a minimally invasive alternative to surgery, particularly for patients seeking non-surgical orthopedic treatment for chronic joint pain or injuries from overuse