The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 112 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near North Rhine-Westphalia, DE. Of these, 100 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Paraplegia

    Christel Depienne
    Elite in Paraplegia

    Christel Depienne
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    Essen, NW, DE 

    Christel Depienne practices practicing medicine in Essen, Germany. Ms. Depienne is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Corpus Callosum Agenesis, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Paraplegia, and Spasticity.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Michael J. Jacobs
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Michael J. Jacobs
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    Aachen, NW, DE 

    Michael Jacobs practices practicing medicine in Aachen, Germany. Mr. Jacobs is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Paraplegia, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Alexander Gombert
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Alexander Gombert
    Referral may be required
    Aachen, NW, DE 

    Alexander Gombert practices practicing medicine in Aachen, Germany. Mr. Gombert is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Venous Insufficiency, Paraplegia, Stent Placement, and Thrombectomy.

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    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Mirko Aach
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Mirko Aach
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    Albert Schweitzer Str. 33, 
    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Mirko Aach practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Aach is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Retropharyngeal Abscess, Spinal Shock, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Alexis Brinkemper
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Alexis Brinkemper
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    BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle De La Camp Platz 1, 
    Bochum, NW, DE 

    Alexis Brinkemper practices practicing medicine in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Brinkemper is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Compartment Syndrome, and Bowel Incontinence.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Florian P. Simon
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Florian P. Simon
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Str. 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Florian Simon practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Simon is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. They are also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Paraplegia, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Drosos Kotelis
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Drosos Kotelis
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    Aachen, NW, DE 

    Drosos Kotelis practices practicing medicine in Aachen, Germany. Kotelis is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Paraplegia, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Spyridon N. Mylonas
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Spyridon N. Mylonas
    Referral may be required
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Spyridon Mylonas practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Mylonas is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Paraplegia, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Jurgen M. Winkler
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Jurgen M. Winkler
    Referral may be required
    Robert Koch Str. 39, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Jurgen Winkler practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Winkler is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. They are also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Oliver J. Liakopoulos
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Oliver J. Liakopoulos
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Str. 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Oliver Liakopoulos practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Liakopoulos is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Paraplegia, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Thomas Klockgether
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Thomas Klockgether
    Referral may be required
    Sigmund Freud Str. 25, 
    Bonn, NW, DE 

    Thomas Klockgether practices practicing medicine in Bonn, Germany. Mr. Klockgether is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Thrombectomy, and Thalamotomy.

    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Dennis Grasmucke
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Dennis Grasmucke
    Referral may be required
    BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle De La Camp Platz 1, 
    Bochum, NW, DE 

    Dennis Grasmucke practices practicing medicine in Bochum, Germany. Mr. Grasmucke is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Elena I. Rugarli
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Elena I. Rugarli
    Referral may be required
    Joseph Stelzmann Str. 26, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Elena Rugarli practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Ms. Rugarli is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 28, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Paraplegia.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Holger D. Thiele
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Holger D. Thiele
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Str 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Holger Thiele practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Thiele is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 83 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Cardiogenic Shock, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Jochen Grommes
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Jochen Grommes
    Referral may be required
    Aachen, NW, DE 

    Jochen Grommes practices practicing medicine in Aachen, Germany. Mr. Grommes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Insufficiency, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Angioplasty, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Maximilian Luehr
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Maximilian Luehr
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Str. 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Maximilian Luehr practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Luehr is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Endocarditis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Infective Endocarditis.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Mustafa Citak
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Mustafa Citak
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    Knappschaft Kliniken Dortmund

    Dortmund, NW, DE 

    Mustafa Citak practices practicing medicine in Dortmund, Germany. Mr. Citak is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Max J. Scheyerer
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Max J. Scheyerer
    Referral may be required
    Kerpener Street 62, 
    Koeln, NW, DE 

    Max Scheyerer practices practicing medicine in Koeln, Germany. Mr. Scheyerer is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fractured Spine, Diskitis, Scoliosis, Vertebroplasty, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Renate C. Meindl
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Renate C. Meindl
    Referral may be required
    BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle De La Camp Platz 1, 
    Bochum, NW, DE 

    Renate Meindl practices practicing medicine in Bochum, Germany. Ms. Meindl is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paraplegia, Spasticity, and Bursitis.

    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Manuel A. Schmidt
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Manuel A. Schmidt
    Referral may be required
    Von Esmarch Str. 56, 
    Muenster, NW, DE 

    Manuel Schmidt practices practicing medicine in Muenster, Germany. Mr. Schmidt is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome, Spastic Paraplegia Type 7, Brain Tumor, Thrombectomy, and Endovascular Embolization.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Paraplegia?

    Paraplegia is a paralysis which affects all or part of the lower body, the trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. Paralysis involves a loss of muscle control and can be complete or partial.  While there are different types and causes of paraplegia, the most common type is caused by spinal cord injury due to trauma (motor vehicle accidents, falls, violence, sports or recreation injuries, alcohol use, or gunshot or knife wound) that damages the spinal cord. After a traumatic spinal cord injury, additional damage often occurs over time due to bleeding, swelling, and inflammation. In contrast, non-traumatic spinal cord injury may be caused by arthritis, cancer, inflammation, infections, nerve or autoimmune diseases, polio, or disk degeneration of the spine.

    When should I see a Paraplegia doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Paraplegia doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Paraplegia doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

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    How does MediFind rank Paraplegia doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Paraplegia doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Paraplegia doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Paraplegia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Paraplegia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Paraplegia doctor in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Paraplegia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Paraplegia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Paraplegia doctors in North Rhine-Westphalia, DE?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Paraplegia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Paraplegia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Paraplegia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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