Wellness Experts at Lanserhof Sylt
Find out more about the expert practitioners who will take care of you at Lanserhof Sylt.
DR. MED. JAN STRITZKEMedical DirectorDr. Jan Stritzke is a senior consultant in cardiology, general internal medicine, prevention, longevity, and medical wellness, and the founding Medical Director of Lanserhof Sylt. After studying medicine at the Christian Albrecht University in Kiel and completing his residency at the University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein in Lübeck, he developed an early passion for preventive cardiology and non-invasive imaging under the mentorship of Professor Heribert Schunkert. His scientific work has explored the impact of obesity and hypertension on cardiovascular ageing, contributing to a growing body of research focused on extending healthspan through proactive risk management. Following his specialist training in internal medicine and cardiology, Dr. Stritzke further deepened his expertise in prevention — a path that naturally led him to Lanserhof. After six years serving as Deputy Medical Director at Lanserhof Tegernsee, he was appointed founding Medical Director of Lanserhof Sylt, where he continues to advance innovative approaches to medical wellness and longevity-focused care. | ||
DR. MED. EMBA HSG CHRISTINA HAEGGBURGDeputy Medical Director & Specialist In Physical & Rehabilitative MedicineDr. Haeggburg’s career spans the full spectrum of movement and physical recovery from operating rooms in spinal surgery and implant development to high-performance athletic care on the ATP Tour. A former private practice founder, state-certified physical therapist, and certified osteopath (D.O.M.), she brings a hands-on, multi-system approach to human performance. Her education reflects a rare mix of clinical precision and leadership: a medical specialisation in rehabilitation, an Executive MBA from the University of St. Gallen, and advanced training in acupuncture completed in Beijing. At Lanserhof Sylt, Dr. Haeggburg designs personalised health strategies that merge modern diagnostics with natural recovery mechanisms helping patients restore resilience, balance hormones, and optimise long-term health. | ||
DR. THOMAS HUBNEROrthopaedics SpecialistAt Lanserhof Sylt, Dr. Thomas Hubner delivers high-performance orthopaedic care built around mobility, recovery, and long-term joint health. As part of the resort's world-class medical team, he integrates targeted orthopaedic treatments with advanced physical therapy to optimise human movement and accelerate regeneration. | ||
DR. MED. MARIA ARENSDermatology & Venereology SpecialistDr. Arens is a specialist in Dermatology and Venereology at Lanserhof Sylt, bringing sharp clinical precision from her work at the Asklepios Nordseeklinik directly to the forefront of longevity medicine. Blending advanced skin pathology with Lanserhof’s holistic health approach, she targets the vital connection between gut health, metabolism, and cellular regeneration to treat skin conditions at their root. Whether repairing structural damage or crafting personalised anti-ageing protocols, Dr. Arens empowers patients to achieve resilient, radiant skin through the perfect balance of rigorous medical science and proactive preventive care. | ||
DR. MED. HANNA RICHTER-SIMONSENUrology & Men's Health SpecialistDr. Richter-Simonsen is a specialist in urology with a strong focus on men’s health, longevity medicine, and preventative care. Born in Freiburg, where she also completed her medical studies, her career path included key clinical positions in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, University Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), and Asklepios Klinik Harburg. Her clinical approach combines traditional urology with modern preventive medicine, hormonal balance, paediatric urology, and holistic health concepts. | ||
FREDERIK JOISTENHead Of Movement & TherapyAs a specialist in exercise physiology and functional health, Frederik Joisten plays a key role in helping guests at Lanserhof improve their overall life quality and longevity through targeted training and movement concepts. His approach emphasises evidence-based practices such as body composition analysis over simple BMI or weight metrics, as well as specialised routines like Zone 2 training to build muscle mass, foster long-term health, and support healthy ageing. | ||
If this blog has got you interested in starting your wellness journey at Lanserhof Sylt please call our wellness advisors at 020 7843 3597 or enquire here. |




