Knee
Joint-preserving knee surgery for meniscus, cruciate ligament and cartilage damage — including adjustable endoprosthetics.
- Adjustable endoprosthetics (partial & total)
- Meniscus & cruciate ligament injuries
- Cartilage & collateral ligament damage
Trauma surgery · Orthopaedics · Sports orthopaedics · Zurich
Your specialist for orthopaedics in Zurich
Medicine at the highest level in Zurich — trauma surgery, orthopaedics, orthopaedic surgery and sports orthopaedics from a single source. Joint-preserving, precise and personal, with MRI and lab directly in the practice and day-case procedures at See-Spital.
25+ years of experienceConservative teamSurgical teamQuick appointmentsPersonal careAdjustable endoprostheticsState-of-the-art treatment methods
Univ.-Lect. ass. Prof. Dr. Gobert Freiherr von Skrbensky
Specialist – Trauma Surgery
Specialist – Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialist – Sports Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics at the highest level
Joint-preserving treatments and adjustable endoprosthetics — individually tailored to your complaints for fast recovery and return to everyday life.
MRI & lab directly on site
MRI and laboratory directly in the practice — fast, precise diagnosis without additional appointments at other locations.
Personal care
Personal treatment by Prof. Dr. Gobert von Skrbensky — thorough consultation, clear treatment plans and prompt scheduling.
For whom
We are here for you.
Personal care instead of a five-minute appointment — every treatment starts with a thorough conversation and a careful examination.
Patients with joint complaints
Knee, hip, shoulder or ankle pain that limits you in everyday life — treated with joint-preserving methods.
Active patients with joint pain
Complaints that limit you in everyday life and physical activity — treated individually.
Acute injuries & accidents
Fresh ligament injuries, meniscus or shoulder dislocations — fast appointments, clear treatment plans, surgery only when truly needed.
Pre-surgery or second opinion
Have you already been advised to undergo surgery and want a sound second opinion? We review every joint-preserving alternative.
Book appointment
Available by phone 24/7 · appointments by arrangement
You are in good hands.
About Univ.-Lect. ass. Prof. Dr. Gobert Freiherr von Skrbensky
Univ.-Lect. ass. Prof. Dr. Gobert Freiherr von Skrbensky consistently relies on three key elements for first-class care: deep expertise, more than 25 years of experience and the use of the most modern medical techniques.
As a University Lecturer at the Vienna University of Technology, Dr. Gobert von Skrbensky combines clinical experience with current research — founder of the Adolf Lorenz Lab for Biomechanics and recognised expert in adjustable endoprosthetics.
Our patients benefit from certified qualifications and the routine application of the latest diagnostic and therapeutic methods — for the highest treatment quality. See for yourself!
Univ.-Lect. ass. Prof. Dr. Gobert Freiherr von Skrbensky
Specialist – Trauma Surgery
Specialist – Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialist – Sports Orthopaedics
25+
years of experience
TRUST THROUGH RESPONSIBILITY
Experience that speaks for itself
More than two decades in top-tier orthopaedics — as lead surgeon, university lecturer and medical lead for the most demanding mandates.
10,000+
musculoskeletal operations
as lead surgeon or in supervisory responsibility at a medical university.
Selected mandates & stations
Swiss Guard · Vatican
Medical care for the Pontifical Swiss Guard — orthopaedic responsibility at the highest level.
Team physician POLO national team
Care for the Austrian polo national team — sports medicine at international competitive level.
Founder · Adolf Lorenz Lab for Biomechanics
Founded in 2013 — renowned testing centre for the mechanical evaluation of orthopaedic implants and surgical techniques.
Mayo Clinic & university teaching
International training including at the Mayo Clinic (Rochester, USA); university lecturer and associate professor.
Teaching · MedUni & TU Vienna
Teaches endoprosthetics at TU Vienna and arthroscopy at the Medical University of Vienna — as lecturer in ongoing course blocks.
Services
Diagnostics & treatment
From conservative therapy to advanced methods at the highest level.
Hip
From hip arthroscopy for impingement to modern hip prosthetics — precise and joint-preserving.
- Pincer & CAM impingement
- Joint-preserving hip surgery
- Hip arthroscopy
Shoulder
Specialised in shoulder dislocations, rotator cuff, arthroscopy and shoulder prostheses.
- Adjustable endoprosthetics of the shoulder
- Shoulder dislocations
- Rotator cuff tears
Hand & elbow
Arthroscopic and microsurgical procedures for instabilities, rhizarthrosis and tendon conditions.
- Rhizarthrosis (thumb-base arthritis)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Trigger finger
Foot & ankle
Joint-preserving and arthroscopic procedures for instabilities, forefoot deformities and tendon conditions.
- Ankle instabilities
- Achilles tendon conditions
- Hallux valgus & forefoot deformities
Conservative & surgical care
From surgery-avoiding methods like ACP and shockwave therapy to minimally invasive procedures at See-Spital.
- Orthopaedic pain therapy
- ACP therapy (Autologous Conditioned Plasma)
- Shockwave therapy
Don't see your treatment?
Every visit starts with a thorough conversation and a clinical examination — tailored to your complaints.
How it works
How your treatment unfolds
From the first call to aftercare — well looked after in just a few steps.
1
Book an appointment
Reach out by phone or e-mail — we arrange appointments individually by arrangement; available by phone 24/7.
2
Diagnosis & consultation
Clinical examination, MRI or laboratory diagnostics directly on site. We then discuss your findings and the right therapy in clear, thorough detail.
3
Treatment or surgery
Conservative therapy or day-case surgery — operations are performed at See-Spital (see-spital.ch) using the latest joint-preserving techniques.
4
Aftercare & rehabilitation
Structured aftercare and individual rehabilitation plans — so you regain full activity quickly and safely.
Insights
Insights into our practice
A glimpse behind the scenes — modern rooms that build trust.
Diagnostics at the practice
Surgery at See-Spital
On-site diagnostics
Motion analysis
Inside the practice
Get to know us in person — we look forward to meeting you.
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AWARD WITH SUBSTANCE
Medizinwelt Award
The practice of Univ.-Lect. ass. Prof. Dr. Gobert Freiherr von Skrbensky has been honoured with the Medizinwelt Award — recognising an outstanding combination of medical excellence, modern patient communication, and a strong service orientation.
The award is based on publicly verifiable criteria that help patients find orientation and build trust even before their first appointment.
- An above-average positive review record
- A structured, informative website with clear patient information
- A clearly recognisable focus on service, accessibility, and appointment management
On-site parkingTransparent fee statementsExcellent patient service
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most important questions about your visit.
What are the opening hours?
Appointments are arranged individually with you — also outside regular practice hours.
How can I reach you by phone?
We are available by phone 24/7 at +41 79 784 17 18. You can also reach us by e-mail at sportchirurgie@hin.ch.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Very quickly — in most cases within a few days. Emergencies and acute injuries are prioritised.
Where do surgeries take place?
Surgical procedures are performed at See-Spital in Horgen (https://see-spital.ch). Pre- and post-operative care takes place at our practice on Bahnhofstrasse 37 in Zurich.
How do I get to the practice?
The practice is located at Bahnhofstrasse 37, 2nd floor, 8001 Zurich — only a few minutes' walk from Zurich main station and easily reachable by public transport.
Which languages are spoken at the practice?
We treat patients in both German and English. You can switch back to the German version using the flag toggle in the top right.
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Why patients trust us
Exemplary patient service
Outstanding training
Appointment by arrangement
State-of-the-art technical equipment
Preventive measures in place
No waiting times at the practice
Contact
Contact & appointments
Appointments by arrangement — call us (available 24/7) or send us an e-mail.
Get in touch directly
Phone
+41 79 784 17 18Availability
Available by phone 24/7 · appointments by arrangement
Address
Bahnhofstrasse 37, 2nd floor
8001 Zurich