The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- physical examination
- review of medical records
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
- tumor markers
- indicators of inflammation (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- ultrasound
- CT/MRI scan
- preoperative care
- laser surgery for skin cancer
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
- Photo of the affected body regions
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Dermatology and Allergology at the ATOS Clinic Heidelberg offers highly accurate diagnostics and conservative and surgical treatment of the full range of skin diseases. Particular attention is paid to the prevention and treatment of skin cancer. The department also provides treatment for benign skin diseases, with an emphasis on the treatment of psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, eczema, onychomycosis, and cutaneous mycosis. Another important area of work of the department's team of dermatologists is the diagnosis and treatment of skin allergic reactions. The department has the latest laser equipment, such as CO2 lasers, Nd:YAG lasers, ResurFX lasers, diode lasers, and lasers for IPL therapy. The department also has advanced equipment for photodynamic therapy. Aesthetic dermatology is well developed in the medical facility. Patients are offered treatment of wrinkles using injections of Botox, hyaluronic acid, and Radiesse, PRP therapy and mesotherapy for rejuvenation, age spot removal, hair removal, hyperhidrosis treatment, and other services. The therapeutic offer is complemented by the treatment of varicose veins and spider veins using sclerotherapy and phlebectomy. The department also provides medical care for patients with proctological diseases such as proctitis, hemorrhoids, and thrombosed hemorrhoids. The health of patients is in the safe hands of competent doctors with deep knowledge and experience in their area of specialization. The department is headed by Dr. med. Claudia Jäger.
The priority area of the department's clinical practice is the prevention and treatment of skin cancer, which is one of the most common oncological diseases in the world. The department offers skin cancer screening programs that allow for the detection of cancer at an early stage, when there is a high chance of a complete recovery. As part of the screening program, the department's specialists conduct examinations using the innovative Nevisense system. A computerized device allows for the evaluation of the structure of all moles on the body and the identification of cancer at an early stage or the exclusion of its presence.
The department has gained impressive experience in the treatment of basal cell carcinoma, a malignant skin tumor that develops from atypical cells of the basal layer of the epidermis (keratinocytes) and/or hair follicles. The department's specialists most often perform minor operations under local anesthesia to remove a malignant tumor. Such surgical procedures are performed on an outpatient basis without a hospital stay. To remove basal cell carcinoma in its early stages, the department successfully uses laser-assisted photodynamic therapy; surgery is not performed in such cases. Another alternative to surgery for superficial basal cell carcinoma is local treatment with ointments and creams. The course of therapy is 4-6 weeks. If clinically indicated, curettage and/or cryotherapy may also be used in the treatment of basal cell carcinoma.
The department's dermatologists see patients with benign skin conditions on an almost daily basis. Patients with psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, eczema, onychomycosis, and mycoses most often seek medical help from the department. The department's doctors prescribe pills, ointments, creams, photodynamic therapy, and laser procedures for the treatment of these dermatological diseases. The treatment regimen is developed individually, taking into account the specifics of the patient's clinical case.
The department offers a wide range of services in the field of aesthetic dermatology. The medical facility offers modern and effective skin rejuvenation procedures. The most popular are wrinkle treatment with injections of Botox, hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich plasma (PRP therapy) and Radiesse, laser treatment and IPL therapy for the removal of age spots, laser treatment for the removal of warts, moles and nevi, and mesotherapy for skin rejuvenation.
The department's team of dermatologists also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of allergic skin lesions. The medical facility performs allergy tests and provocation tests, such as prick tests, epicutaneous tests, and RAST tests. The department offers allergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT) for the treatment of allergies.
The department's range of medical services includes the following:
- Prevention (a special screening program), diagnostics, and treatment of skin cancer
- Diagnostics and treatment of benign skin diseases with a special focus on the treatment of psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, eczema, onychomycosis, and cutaneous mycoses
- Diagnostics and treatment of diseases of hair, nails, and sweat glands
- Diagnostics and treatment of allergic manifestations on the skin
- Diagnostics and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases
- Diagnostics and treatment of varicose veins and spider veins
- Diagnostics and treatment of proctological diseases: proctitis, hemorrhoids, and thrombosed hemorrhoids
- Anti-aging treatments
- Injections of Botox, hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich plasma (PRP therapy), and Radiesse
- Laser rejuvenation treatments
- IPL therapy
- Mesotherapy
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- 04.1989 - 06.1995 Medical studies, Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg; internship abroad, University of Western Ontario, Canada.
- 08.1994 - 06.1996 Thesis defense, Institute of Immunology, Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg. Subject: "Immunohistochemical study of the plasminogen activator system in bullous autoimmune dermatoses, bullous pemphigoid, and pemphigus."
Professional Career
- 10.1996 - 09.1998 Postdoctoral studies, fellowship from the German Research Foundation (DFG), Institute of Immunology, Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg.
- 09.1996 - 09.1998 Internship, Institute of Immunology, Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg.
- 10.1998 - 12.2006 Residency, University Hospital Heidelberg.
- 07.2002 Board certification in Dermatology and Venereology.
- 04.2007 - 01.2008 Physician, ATOS Clinic, Department of Phlebology and Proctology.
- Since 04.2008 Head Physician, Department of Dermatology and Allergology, ATOS Clinic Heidelberg.
Prizes, Awards, and Honors
- 2013 Prix Pistor Award, 1st Award from the German Society for Mesotherapy for outstanding mesotherapy research, Munich, Germany.
- 2013 Certificate Lecture Award AMEC, 1st European Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine, Paris, France.
- 2012 Award at the competition “The most common mycoses and their pathogens”, Institute of Fungal Diseases and Microbiology, Karlsruhe, Germany.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- German Dermatological Society (DDG).
- German Society for Allergology and Clinical Immunology (DGAKI).
- German Society for Mesotherapy (DGM).
Photo of the doctor: (c) ATOS Klinik Heidelberg
About hospital
The ATOS Clinic Heidelberg is a reputable medical complex with high standards of patient care. The clinic was founded in 1991. Since then, it has taken a leading position in the European medical arena in the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system and many other pathologies. The clinic has a highly professional team of doctors, many of whom are world-renowned professors. Specialists work with state-of-the-art equipment. They use classical and innovative treatment methods with high efficiency. Personalized medical care is a priority in the clinic: doctors carefully study each clinical case and develop individual diagnosis and treatment regimens, taking into account each patient's needs and wishes. Patients not only from Germany but also from other countries of the world regularly seek medical help from the clinic, which indicates the outstanding quality of medical services and the high level of trust patients have in the specialists of the ATOS Clinic Heidelberg.
In addition to providing top-notch medical care, the clinic is distinguished by its modern design. When a patient crosses the threshold of the clinic, he or she has the impression that he or she is not in a medical facility but in a luxury hotel. This idea is part of the clinic's working concept because the patient's comfort and psychological state play an important role in achieving successful treatment outcomes. The clinic offers cozy rest areas where patients can distract themselves from the therapeutic process and socialize. It goes without saying that the equipment in the diagnostic, treatment, and operating rooms is of a very high standard, which enables effective and safe treatment.
Patient care is important throughout the therapeutic process. The nursing staff treats each patient's life situation with respect and compassion and surrounds him or her with care. The doctors are focused on the best results, are always open to communication with the patient, and are happy to answer any questions.
More than 96% of patients rate their treatment experience and the quality of medical care at the ATOS Clinic Heidelberg positively.
It should be noted that the clinic is recognized as one of the best in the country in the field of foot surgery, hand surgery, hip, knee, and shoulder surgery, as well as in the field of spine surgery and aesthetic plastic surgery, according to the rating of Focus magazine.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the ATOS Clinic Heidelberg stay in single and double rooms. The clinic also offers accommodation in enhanced-comfort patient rooms. The patient rooms are made in light colors and modern design to create a comfortable and cozy atmosphere during the patient's stay in the hospital. The standard rooms are equipped with an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a TV, a telephone, and air conditioning. The rooms have Wi-Fi access. Enhanced-comfort patient rooms are additionally equipped with upholstered furniture, a safe, and a mini-bar.
Meals and Menus
The clinic offers delicious and varied meals three times a day: breakfast is served as a buffet, lunch offers a choice of three set menus, and dinner also offers a choice of several set menus. The menu is mainly European cuisine. If, for some reason, you cannot eat all the foods on the menu, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.
The clinic also has a cozy cafe with a wide range of hot and cold drinks, cakes, snacks, sandwiches, salads, and hot dishes.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Toilet
Shower
Wi-Fi
TV
Accompanying person
Your accompanying person may stay with you in your patient room or at the hotel of your choice during the inpatient program.
Hotel
You may stay at the hotel of your choice during the outpatient program. Our managers will support you for selecting the best option.