Dr. Karsten Ritter-Lang Top Disc Replacement Surgeon.
After completing his medical studies at the prestigious Humboldt University in Berlin, Dr. Ritter-Lang gained valuable experience working alongside the inventors of the first artificial disc replacement, Prof. Katrin Büttner-Janz and Dr. Kurt Schellnack.
With over 20 years of specialized experience in disc arthroplasty, particularly in anterior (abdominal) surgical approaches – Dr. Ritter-Lang is regarded as a leading expert in the field. Throughout his career, he has performed nearly 16000 spinal reconstructions and over 8000 disc replacement surgeries using a wide range of cervical and lumbar implants.
Recognized worldwide, Dr. Ritter-Lang is a frequent speaker at international conferences focused on orthopedic and neurosurgical approaches to artificial disc treatment. His involvement in the ongoing development and refinement of disc prostheses, prototypes, and implant systems directly benefits his patients. People from across the globe seek out his care, which he provides alongside a highly skilled and dedicated team.