Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis
Specialist for shoulder surgery, shoulder arthroplasty in Frankfurt am Main
Klinik Maingau der Frankfurter Rotkreuzkliniken· Scheffelstraße 2-14, 60318 Frankfurt am Main

Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis – specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery and head physician at the Clinic for Shoulder Surgery at Frankfurt's Red Cross Clinics – is seen as a pioneer in shoulder surgery, and specializes in various areas of shoulder surgery, including shoulder arthroplasty, shoulder arthroscopy, shoulder stabilization, rotator cuff tears, sports injuries, shoulder trauma, tendon transfers, conservative shoulder therapy and shoulder diagnostics. His wide range of services enables him to successfully treat a variety of shoulder diseases and injuries.
Areas of focus
- Shoulder care:
- Individual examinations and accompanying measures for the early detection of shoulder pathologies
- Minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures:
- Impingement syndrome
- Calcareous shoulder
- Frozen shoulder
- AC osteoarthritis
- Stabilization for dislocations
- Rotator cuff ruptures
- SLAP lesions
- Fracture of the acromioclavicular joint
- Mini-open surgery techniques:
- Latarjet surgery
- Capsule plastics
- Rotator cuff ruptures
- Tendon transfers for irreparable ruptures of the rotator cuff:
- Latissimus Dorsi and pectoralis major transfer
- All variants of shoulder arthroplasty
- Trauma surgery of the shoulder
- Special shoulder operations:
- Arthroscopic implantation of shoulder prostheses (insertion of the shoulder prosthesis using keyhole surgery techniques)
- Patented anatomical mini plate for tendon ruptures and fractures (method developed and patented by the clinic's head physician)
- Latissimus Dorsi tendon transfer
- Pectoralis major tendon transfer
- InSpace balloon (water cushion as a spacer), with or without rotator cuff fixation
- All shoulder prosthesis replacements
Admission criteria
- At least 10 years of surgical and treatment experience
- Expertise in modern diagnostic and surgical procedures
- An outstanding treatment focus within your own specialist area
- Member of a leading national professional association
- Leading professional position
- Active participation in specialist events (e.g. lectures)
- Active in research and teachin
- Evaluated quality management (e.g. certification)
Curriculum vitae
| Since 01.01.2016 | Chief Physician of the Shoulder Surgery Clinic at the Frankfurt Red Cross Clinics (Municipal Hospital) |
| 05.2023 | „Adjunct Professor" of Orthopedics at the Medical Faculty of the European University Cyprus - Frankfurt Branch |
| 01.04.2010 – 31.12.2015 | Chief Physician of the Clinic for Orthopedics and Traumatology, Center of Shoulder Surgery, Asklepios Clinic Seligenstadt, Academic Teaching Hospital of the Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main (Germany) |
| 15.11.2006 – 31.03.2010 | Senior Physician, Head of the Shoulder Surgery Department at the Clinic for Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Bad Salzungen Hospital, Academic Teaching Hospital of the Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena (Germany) |
| 29.05.2006 – 14.11.2006 | Senior Physician at the Clinic for Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Greiz Hospital (Germany) |
| 01.11.2005 – 28.05.2006 | Specialist Registrar at the Clinic for Orthopedics and Rheumatology, Johanniter-Hospital Stendal, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University Magdeburg (Germany) |
| 05.2005 | Acquisition of the license to practice medicine in Germany (district government Arnsberg, North Rhine-Westphalia) |
| 03.2005 | Successful specialist examination and acquisition of specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery at the University of Patras, Appointment as Doctor of Medicine at the University of Patras (PhD) |
| 01.2000 – 01.2005 | Training as a specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery at the University Clinic for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery at the University of Patras |
| 10.1998 – 10.1999 | One year of general surgery at Theagenio Hospital in Thessaloniki as part of the orthopedic specialist training |
| 07.1997 – 09.1998 | AiP in the General Surgery Department at the hospital Goumenissa / Kilkis in Greece |
| 09.1990 – 07.1996 | Medical studies at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Graduation and acquisition of a medical diploma |
About Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis
The Clinic for Shoulder Surgery at the Maingau Red Cross Clinic under the direction of Prof. Dr. Kaisidis is characterized by a holistic clinic structure. The highly specialized team includes not only the head physician himself, but also senior physicians, secretaries, technical assistants, nursing staff on the ward and in the operating theater, as well as physiotherapists and social services. All members specialize in shoulder treatments, thereby leading to effective and patient-oriented care. The clinic relies not only on proven methods, but also on innovative approaches. The surgical method developed and patented by Prof. Dr. Kaisidis using the Kaisidis plate is a prime example of minimal invasiveness and high effectiveness. This method is used successfully for various tendon ruptures and fractures, and has proven to be extremely effective. Although considered extremely unusual during the lifetime of a developer, this plate bears the name of the chief physician (Kaisidis plate).
The Clinic for Shoulder Surgery possesses state-of-the-art surgical equipment and instruments, which are constantly being updated to reflect the latest technological developments. In addition to surgical procedures, the shoulder specialists are also proficient in modern conservative treatment approaches. The state-of-the-art equipment includes high-energy laser devices, orthopedic neuromuscular treatment devices, a Myoline system, ultrasound therapies, various shock wave therapies, electrotherapies and top-class EMG diagnostics. Individualized therapy programs are created to promote flexibility, mobility, muscle strength, endurance and body awareness.
The latest highlight: Autologous fat stem cell therapy (SVF).
One pioneering aspect of the clinic's work is the modern SVF (Stromal Vascular Fraction) autologous fat stem cell therapy. Prof. Dr. Kaisidis emphasizes its effectiveness for osteoarthritis, soft tissue defects and other shoulder problems. This promising cocktail of cells is obtained from lipo-suctioned body fat. The fatty tissue is centrifuged several times and treated with special solutions to extract the cells. In doing so, the body's own resources can be used in a natural way to enable improved regeneration and healing.
The Clinic for Shoulder Surgery under the direction of Prof. Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis sets the highest standards for optimal shoulder care. Patients can be confident that their well-being is the key focus, and the dedicated team strives to alleviate pain and restore quality of life. The clinic performs around 700 shoulder operations of varying degrees of difficulty every year, from simple shoulder arthroscopies to complex procedures such as shoulder prostheses and tendon transfers. This broad range of expertise enables us to successfully treat a comprehensive range of shoulder pathologies. With around 5,000 outpatient contacts with shoulder patients per year, the clinic has achieved a nationwide record of performance. This high number of outpatient cases underlines the significant demand and the trust that patients place in the clinic's expertise. The extensive experience resulting from this high number of cases makes the clinic's specialists sought-after contacts for well-founded, medical second opinions on shoulder pathologies and the various treatment options.
The Clinic for Shoulder Surgery possesses state-of-the-art surgical equipment and instruments, which are constantly being updated to reflect the latest technological developments. In addition to surgical procedures, the shoulder specialists are also proficient in modern conservative treatment approaches. The state-of-the-art equipment includes high-energy laser devices, orthopedic neuromuscular treatment devices, a Myoline system, ultrasound therapies, various shock wave therapies, electrotherapies and top-class EMG diagnostics. Individualized therapy programs are created to promote flexibility, mobility, muscle strength, endurance and body awareness.
The latest highlight: Autologous fat stem cell therapy (SVF).
One pioneering aspect of the clinic's work is the modern SVF (Stromal Vascular Fraction) autologous fat stem cell therapy. Prof. Dr. Kaisidis emphasizes its effectiveness for osteoarthritis, soft tissue defects and other shoulder problems. This promising cocktail of cells is obtained from lipo-suctioned body fat. The fatty tissue is centrifuged several times and treated with special solutions to extract the cells. In doing so, the body's own resources can be used in a natural way to enable improved regeneration and healing.
The Clinic for Shoulder Surgery under the direction of Prof. Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis sets the highest standards for optimal shoulder care. Patients can be confident that their well-being is the key focus, and the dedicated team strives to alleviate pain and restore quality of life. The clinic performs around 700 shoulder operations of varying degrees of difficulty every year, from simple shoulder arthroscopies to complex procedures such as shoulder prostheses and tendon transfers. This broad range of expertise enables us to successfully treat a comprehensive range of shoulder pathologies. With around 5,000 outpatient contacts with shoulder patients per year, the clinic has achieved a nationwide record of performance. This high number of outpatient cases underlines the significant demand and the trust that patients place in the clinic's expertise. The extensive experience resulting from this high number of cases makes the clinic's specialists sought-after contacts for well-founded, medical second opinions on shoulder pathologies and the various treatment options.
Scientific work
- German Association for Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (DVSE)
- German Society for Orthopedics and Orthopedic Surgery (DGOOC)
- German Society for Trauma Surgery (DGU)
- European Trauma Society (ETS)
- Greek Society for Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology
Facts & experience
- Course hours in the expert module (Shoulder Surgery)
over 8
Minimum requirement: 8
- Surgeries (Shoulder Surgery)
over 100
Minimum requirement: 100
- Course hours in the expert module (Shoulder Replacement Surgery)
over 8
Minimum requirement: 8
- Surgeries (Shoulder Replacement Surgery)
over 100
Minimum requirement: 100
- Shoulder or elbow endoprostheses (Shoulder Replacement Surgery)
over 30
Minimum requirement: 30
Video presentation
Expert interviews
- Expert Interview with Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis (opens in a new tab)Stem Cell Therapies in Joint Regeneration and Modern Medicine
- Expert Interview with Prof. Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis (opens in a new tab)Shoulder Conditions: Optimal Minimally Invasive Treatment Strategies for Tendon Tears, Osteoarthritis, Instability, and Fractures—Expert Interview with Prof. Kaisidis
- Expert Interview with Prof. Kaisidis (opens in a new tab)State-of-the-Art Therapies and Surgery for Shoulder Treatment: Innovative Approaches to Pain Relief and Preservation of Function—An Expert Interview with Prof. Kaisidis
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Location
How to reach Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis
Klinik Maingau der Frankfurter Rotkreuzkliniken
Scheffelstraße 2-1460318 Frankfurt am MainGermany
Specialisation
The medical spectrum of Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis
Diseases
- Frozen Shoulder (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Impingement (opens in a new tab)
- Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder (opens in a new tab)
- Bursitis of the Shoulder (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Osteoarthritis (Omarthrosis) (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder inflammation (opens in a new tab)
- Glenoid fracture (opens in a new tab)
- Fracture of the humeral head (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Joint Dislocation (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Dislocation (opens in a new tab)
- Rotator Cuff Tear (opens in a new tab)
- Impingement Syndrome (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder pain (opens in a new tab)
- Biceps tendon injury (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Prosthesis Loosening (opens in a new tab)
- Cartilage damage in the shoulder (opens in a new tab)
Treatments
- Shoulder prosthesis (opens in a new tab)
- Muscle Transfer Surgery (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Arthroscopy (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Joint-Preserving Surgery (opens in a new tab)
- Shoulder Replacement Surgery (opens in a new tab)
- ACP Therapy Using Autologous Plasma on the Shoulder and Elbow (opens in a new tab)
- SVF Autologous Fat Stem Cell Therapy (opens in a new tab)
Areas of Expertise
Professor Dr. Aristotelis Kaisidis
Specialist for shoulder surgery, shoulder arthroplasty in Frankfurt am Main

