Dr. Volker Stoll
Chief of Knee Surgery and Sports Traumatology
Photo: Hanna Witte
Curriculum vitae
- Studied medicine in Marburg and Münster
- Training at the Clemens Hospital teaching hospital in Münster
- 1995: Joined the Sportklinik Hellersen as a specialist in surgery
- 1999: Qualified as a specialist in orthopedics
- 2002: Qualified as a specialist in orthopedics and trauma surgery
- 2002: Appointed Chief Physician of the Surgical Orthopaedics Department at Sportklinik Hellersen, specialising in knee surgery and sports traumatology
The Sportklinik Hellersen employs numerous luminaries from various orthopaedic fields who work together to provide patients with first-class care at the highest medical level. One of them is Dr. Volker Stoll, Chief of Knee Surgery and Sports Traumatology, who is celebrating his 30th anniversary this year at the specialist clinic for orthopedics, trauma surgery, sports medicine, and endoprosthetics. Team sports, especially ball sports, have shaped his life and career from the very beginning. After graduating from high school, the now chief physician decided to remain loyal to sport and realize his dream of one day working at the Sportklinik Hellersen, which was already familiar to him at the time.
Since then, the physician has found his daily work with athletes particularly fulfilling, as the advances in his treatment methods also benefit non-athletes. His focus is on the use of minimally invasive procedures that enable a quick return to normal performance. Thanks to gentle surgical methods, longer hospital stays are often no longer necessary and many patients can be treated on an outpatient basis.
3 questions …
Chief Physician Dr. Volker Stoll together with his son.
Which sporting greats have you had the privilege of coaching during your career at Sportklinik Hellersen? Who has inspired you the most?
Dr. Volker Stoll: During my career, I have had the privilege of working with numerous outstanding athletes from a wide range of disciplines, including professional soccer players, national coaches, world champions in cycling, pole vaulters, ski jumpers, golfers, and national volleyball players. These experiences have been enriching and exciting, and it is always a pleasure to accompany athletes on their road to recovery. However, I have been particularly moved by the athletic development of my own children.
My daughter plays volleyball in the third Bundesliga and my son is a professional soccer player, currently in the second Bundesliga. Both of them have brought me even closer to my passion for sports. My son, who is also studying medicine, has been a particular inspiration to me—even though I've unfortunately had to provide him with medical care a few times.
What do you think makes Sportklinik Hellersen unique?
Dr. Volker Stoll: The Sportklinik Hellersen is unique due to its comprehensive expertise in orthopedic treatment. Thanks to the excellent cooperation between the departments—from internal sports medicine to conservative orthopedics and surgical procedures—we can offer comprehensive care that enables our patients to quickly return to their usual level of activity. Our high level of expertise and interdisciplinary exchange make us an outstanding clinic that benefits both patients and the doctors treating them.
What advice would you give to young doctors who want to pursue a career in your field?
Dr. Volker Stoll: It can be difficult to get a place at university at first, but anyone who is interested in this fascinating subject should not be discouraged. There are always ways to get a place, for example by studying abroad. This requires a certain amount of flexibility and willingness, but it pays off in the long run. It also makes sense to engage intensively with the subject area during your studies. Internships and work shadowing in specialized clinics offer the opportunity to gain valuable insights and initial experience. It is particularly important to find a job that you enjoy. If you enjoy your work, it often doesn't feel like work at all.
