Researchers warn of “Friday effect” during operations

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Why is it better not to have surgery on Fridays?

Dr. Markus Klingenberg

Choosing the right time for an operation is crucial for success and post-operative recovery. In addition to medical considerations, factors such as the day of the week, the time of year, major sporting events and the surgeon’s experience also play a role. This article sheds light on why Friday operations can be problematic and what other influencing factors there are.

Read the whole article on focus.de.

Operation Krankenhaus

Dr. Markus Klingenberg

Ich bin Facharzt für Orthopädie und leitender Arzt an der Beta Klinik in Bonn. Meine Spezialgebiete sind minimalinvasive Schulter-, Knie- und Sprunggelenk-OPs. In der Sportmedizin liegen meine Schwerpunkte im Bereich Verletzungs- Prophylaxe und Rehabilitation.

Nebenher bin ich gefragter Autor und Referent bei Fortbildungen für Ärzte und Trainer.

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