Shoulder and knee surgery in Munich — without long waiting times.
An orthopaedic practice at Munich Airport Clinic, offering scheduled surgery, in-patient care and coordinated rehabilitation for patients travelling from Ireland. Each stay is organised as a single, transparent package.
Focused on shoulder and knee.
Joint disease, sports injuries, surgical rheumatism therapy and conservative treatment form the core of the practice. Procedures are carried out by specialists with a defined joint focus.
Shoulder Surgery
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body — and one of the most vulnerable. Precise diagnostics are the foundation of every treatment we recommend.
- Rotator cuff repair
- Shoulder arthroscopy
- Total shoulder replacement
- Frozen shoulder release
- Labrum & instability repair
Knee Surgery
The knee carries your weight through every step. It is one of the most stressed and injury-prone joints — and one of the joints we operate on most often.
- Meniscus repair & meniscectomy
- ACL & ligament reconstruction
- Cartilage regeneration
- Partial & total knee replacement
- Sports injury reconstruction
Hip, foot & ankle, spine and regenerative medicine.
While our Ireland desk focuses on shoulder and knee, our Munich team covers the full orthopaedic spectrum — including conservative and regenerative options.
Hip
Wear-related changes of the hip joint often lead to problems even though the joint is well protected.
Foot & Ankle
Precise diagnostics of both the upper and lower ankle joint, with conservative and surgical options.
Spine
From lack of exercise to desk work — many causes of back pain, addressed conservatively where possible.
Regenerative & Stem Cell
Modern regenerative therapies to preserve your own tissue whenever surgery can be avoided.
A structured pathway from enquiry to recovery.
Scheduled surgery dates
Most patients receive a confirmed surgery date within two to three weeks of enquiry.
Experienced surgeons
German board-certified orthopaedic specialists with a defined joint focus.
Private clinic setting
Procedures are performed at Munich's private airport clinic with in-patient care.
Coordination for Irish patients
English-speaking coordinators handle travel logistics, translation and paperwork.
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing.
Each package combines flights, accommodation, the surgical procedure, transfers and post-operative physiotherapy in a single documented quote. Prices below are indicative and confirmed after medical review.
Arthroscopy Programme — Knee
- Return flights Dublin ↔ Munich
- Sheraton Munich Airport Hotel, 5 nights
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- All hospital & anaesthesia fees
- Airport & clinic transfers
- 2 physiotherapy sessions at Karlsplatz practice
- Post-op tele-follow-up
Reconstruction Programme — Shoulder
- Return flights Dublin ↔ Munich
- Sheraton Munich Airport Hotel, 7 nights
- Arthroscopic shoulder surgery
- Private single hospital room
- Priority surgeon assignment
- 4 physiotherapy sessions at Karlsplatz practice
- Dedicated English coordinator
- 6-month remote follow-up
Joint Replacement Programme — Knee or Shoulder
- Business-class flights
- Sheraton Munich Airport Hotel + companion room, 10 nights
- Total knee or shoulder replacement
- Extended hospital stay
- Daily in-hospital physio
- 6 outpatient physio sessions at Karlsplatz practice
- Chauffeured transfers
- 12-month recovery programme
Indicative pricing. Final quote is provided after your free medical review. Companion traveller add-on available for all packages.
Rehabilitation takes place in our practice at Karlsplatz.
After surgery at Munich Airport Clinic, physiotherapy sessions are held in the established practice in central Munich. The same team that planned the operation coordinates the rehabilitation, so handover to the therapist is direct and documented.
In-house therapists
Physiotherapy is carried out by therapists who work directly with the practice.
Central location
Karlsplatz is reached by U4, U5, S-Bahn and trams — easy to access from the airport and city hotels.
Coordinated schedule
Appointments are arranged around your surgery date and hotel location.
Continuity of care
Your surgeon remains involved and reviews progress before you return home.
From first enquiry to recovery, in five steps.
Medical review
You send imaging and existing reports. The surgeon responds within 48 hours with a proposed treatment plan.
Travel to Munich
Flights, accommodation and transfers are arranged by our coordination team.
Surgery and in-patient stay
Procedure and post-operative monitoring at Munich Airport Clinic.
Physiotherapy
Coordinated transfers to physiotherapy sessions at our Karlsplatz practice during your stay.
Return and follow-up
You return home with a written recovery plan, prescriptions and remote follow-up.
An established Munich orthopaedic practice, now accepting Irish patients.
The practice has treated patients from across Germany for more than three decades, including professional and amateur athletes. Based at Munich Airport Clinic, the team operates according to established German surgical and diagnostic standards, with English-language coordination for international patients.
"We place great value on precise, comprehensive diagnostics and a treatment plan that weighs conservative and surgical options before a recommendation is made."
Diagnostics, surgery and rehabilitation from one team.
Imaging review, surgical planning and post-operative therapy are handled by the same coordinated team, with documented handovers at each stage.
Surgical treatment
Arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery performed by specialists who focus on a single joint — not generalists.
Regenerative medicine
Stem cell and biologic therapies that preserve your own tissue and postpone or avoid joint replacement.
Conservative care
Injection therapy, bracing and manual medicine. We only operate when non-surgical options have been fully considered.
Integrated physiotherapy
Post-operative rehabilitation is planned by the surgeon and coordinated with our in-house therapy team from day one.
Every procedure is performed by Dr. Krebs personally.
Dr. med. Rolf Krebs
Board-certified in orthopaedics (1991) and rheumatology (1992). Clinical focus on shoulder and knee surgery, sports injuries and regenerative therapies. Founded his Munich practice in 1993 and today treats patients at Karlsplatz 4 and at Munich Airport Clinic.
- 1991
- Board-certified
- 1993
- Founded
- 30+ yrs
- Experience
Rated 5.0 on Google.
Selected reviews from the practice's official Google profile, translated from German.
"Finally an orthopaedist who genuinely cares about his patients. No rushed appointments, always competent treatment. Everyone in the practice — from the doctor to the reception staff — is extremely friendly. After a long history of suffering and countless visits to other orthopaedists, Dr. Krebs quickly identified the problem and treated it successfully. I am delighted."
"I can recommend Dr. Krebs without reservation. He has outstanding expertise, takes plenty of time for his patients and responds sensitively to their needs. His calm, friendly manner immediately builds trust and you feel in the best hands. Thank you, Dr. Krebs, for the excellent care — and a big thank you to the lovely team."
"I have now been operated on by Dr. Krebs for the second time and have consulted him many times. Excellent availability, which is very important, and a highly competent manner from the entire team. For me, Dr. Krebs is the specialist — I would recommend him to anyone. There is no one better in this field."
Questions from Ireland.
Can't find your answer? Message us on WhatsApp — most Irish patients start with a quick chat before booking a call.
How quickly can I have surgery?+
Most patients travel to Munich within 2–3 weeks of their initial enquiry, once we've reviewed the MRI and confirmed suitability.
Do your surgeons speak English?+
Yes. The surgeon, anaesthetist and nursing team all speak fluent English, and every Irish patient is assigned a dedicated English-speaking coordinator.
Is aftercare covered when I return to Ireland?+
Yes. Every package includes a written recovery plan and remote follow-up appointments with your surgeon. We also coordinate with Irish physiotherapists on request.
What if I need a companion to travel with me?+
We arrange a second flight and shared or adjoining room. A small companion supplement applies — full pricing is included in your quote.
How do I pay?+
A deposit secures your surgery date. The balance is due before travel. We accept bank transfer and card payments in EUR.
Speak to Dr. Krebs directly.
The first step is a 30-minute video consultation with Dr. Krebs. He reviews your MRI and history personally and outlines the treatment options — no intermediaries, no call centres.
- Direct 1:1 assessment with the operating surgeon
- Upload your MRI beforehand — reviewed before the call
- Written treatment plan and package quote within 48 hours
Book your video consultation
Pick an available time with Dr. Krebs. You'll receive a Google Meet link by email immediately after booking.
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