Helios Hospital Berlin-Buch - Departments

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment for patients with oncological diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The department is certified by the German Cancer Society as a Sarcoma Center. In addition, the department is a recognized interdisciplinary Center for Bone Tumors. The department strictly adheres to the treatment guidelines of professional societies, so that patients can receive individualized and most effective therapy.

The Department of Nuclear Medicine offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using modern radioactive substances. The diagnostic options include scintigraphic studies of the lungs, heart, brain, kidneys, lymph nodes, bones, including in small patients. In the field of therapy, one of the priority focuses is the use of radioiodine therapy for thyroid pathologies. Medical care and patient care are provided by highly qualified doctors and nursing staff who believe that the health and wellbeing of their patients is a top priority.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Diagnostic, Interventional Neuroradiology offers state-of-the-art systems for imaging diagnostics of pathologies of the central and peripheral nervous system, as well as innovative imaging-guided treatment methods for neurological diseases. The key focus is on the treatment of cerebrovascular diseases, including stroke. To ensure the comprehensive medical care, the specialists cooperate closely with the Departments of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Vascular Surgery, Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology. The key to successful clinical practice is the use of the cutting-edge imaging systems for diagnostic and therapeutic measures.

The Department of Neurology offers the comprehensive diagnostics and effective conservative treatment of all diseases of the nervous system. The key focus is on the treatment of stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy and dizziness. The department operates the highly modern Stroke Unit certified by the German Stroke Society. The department's neurologists use all their clinical experience and expert knowledge in interdisciplinary cooperation with doctors from related fields for the development of an individual treatment regimen for each patient.

The Department of Neurosurgery offers the full range of surgical treatment of diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system. The department's surgeons have special competencies in the treatment of neurological cancers. A unique offer of the department is transcranial magnetic stimulation, which is highly effective in the treatment of paraplegia, stroke, chronic pains and depression. Neurosurgical interventions are carried out in state-of-the-art operating rooms equipped with high-precision navigation and monitoring devices, which eliminate the risk of damage to functionally important structures during the operation.

The Department of Pediatric Orthopedics and Neuro-Orthopedics provides the accurate diagnostics and comprehensive treatment of musculoskeletal diseases in children and adolescents, including neurological pathologies accompanied by orthopedic disorders and complications. The doctors of the department work closely with specialists in the field of pediatrics, pediatric surgery and orthopedics. In addition to quality treatment, young patients are offered a special rehabilitation program with the elements of games.

The Department of Pediatric Surgery offers the full range of surgical treatment for congenital and acquired diseases, as well as injuries in young patients. If possible, the operations are performed using sparing minimally invasive techniques, which significantly reduce hospital stay. Some operations may be performed on an outpatient basis. The doctors also have in their arsenal the very latest laser and cryotechnologies, which can be used, for example, for scar revision and lymphangioma treatment. The department is distinguished by exceptional experience and outstanding results in the correction of pectus excavatum in children.

The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment for young patients with acute and chronic diseases. The department's key focuses include the treatment of cancer, rheumatic diseases, pathologies of the respiratory tract, neurological disorders, as well as intensive care and medical care for newborns and premature babies. The department's specialists care not only about the physical, but also about the emotional state of the children, and therefore they can easily find a common language with them and establish a confidential contact, which has a beneficial effect on the treatment outcome.

The Department of Cardiology and Nephrology offers the full range of medical services in these fields. The department specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of all diseases of the cardiovascular system and kidneys. The department's cardiologists widely apply modern catheter techniques in their work, while nephrologists ensure the safe performance of dialysis procedures. All therapeutic measures are carried out in strict accordance with the international standardized protocols.

The Department of Vascular Surgery offers the full range of diagnostics and surgical treatment of vascular diseases. The key to successful clinical practice of the medical facility is the availability of state-of-the-art surgical techniques and the vast experience of doctors. The vascular pathologies are treated using sparing minimally invasive techniques. The department's competence also includes emergency medical care (around the clock).

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Radiation Therapy, Radiation Oncology specializes in all types of modern radiation therapy for the treatment of cancers and pain syndromes. Radiation therapy can be performed before, during or after surgery. In some cases, the department's doctors manage to achieve a positive result only with the help of radiation therapy, and thereby eliminate the need for surgical treatment. Prior to radiation therapy, it is carefully planned using the very latest imaging systems. The department's doctors are highly professional experts and have unique experience, thanks to which they provide excellent medical services.

The Department of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery offers the full service range in this field and specializes in plastic interventions to correct defects and improve aesthetic appearance of the face and body. One of the most important focuses of the department's work is reconstructive breast surgery after tumor resection. The department has at its disposal advanced surgical equipment, as well as special computer systems for modeling the results of the intervention prior to surgery.

The Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Infectology offers the widest range of diagnostic examinations and treatments for patients with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, biliary tract, as well as infectious diseases. The department operates the specialized Endoscopy Center, which serves for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. There is also the Laboratory for Functional Gastrointestinal Diagnostics. The modern technical base and the exceptional professionalism of doctors make it possible to guarantee an optimal result for each patient.

The Department of Gynecology, Mammology and Obstetrics offers the full service range in these fields. The department specializes in the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the female reproductive organs, breast, as well as comprehensive pregnancy management, childbirth and postpartum care. A treatment regimen is developed for each patient individually. Most surgical interventions can be performed using sparing surgical techniques. The department is certified by the German Cancer Society as the Center for Gynecologic Oncology, which indicates strict adherence to national treatment protocols and high quality of treatment.

The Department of Urology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment in this ​​medical field. The department's doctors have excellent qualifications in the treatment of diseases of the kidneys, urinary tract and reproductive organs in men. Of particular interest is the treatment of malignant urological neoplasms, which include prostate cancer, testicular cancer, kidney and bladder cancer. The department has in its arsenal many effective conservative and surgical treatment techniques, which can fully restore men's health.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Diagnostic, Interventional Radiology offers all modern methods of high-precision imaging diagnostics and minimally invasive imaging-guided therapeutic procedures. The department meets all radiation protection standards, which are especially important in the diagnostics of children and adolescents. The basis of successful clinical practice of the medical facility is a progressive technological base and the best highly qualified specialists.

The Department of Trauma and Hand Surgery provides the full range of medical services for the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, as well as hand injuries and diseases. In addition, the department specializes in the treatment of highly severe injuries. The treatment is carried out both in inpatient and outpatient settings. The department is certified as the Supraregional Trauma Centre by the German Trauma Society.

The Department of Orthopedics offers the full range of highly accurate diagnostic examinations and modern treatment methods for patients with musculoskeletal diseases. Of particular interest to the department's doctors are knee and hip joint replacement surgery, treatment of rheumatic lesions of the musculoskeletal system. If possible, surgical interventions are performed using minimally invasive techniques, as well as with the very latest navigation and robot-assisted systems.

The Department of Oncology and Palliative Care offers high-precision diagnostics and comprehensive treatment of oncological diseases, including palliative care for patients with terminal stages of malignancies. The specialized Cancer Center Berlin-Buch also operates on the basis of the department, which allows treating patients in interdisciplinary cooperation with the involvement of various specialists. The doctors of the department have rich experience in treating patients with oncopathologies, and also have a perfect command of all the modern and most effective therapeutic methods. The department is certified in accordance with the standards of the German Cancer Society.

The Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with benign and malignant diseases of the hematopoietic and lymphatic systems. The department specializes in the treatment of acute leukemia, myelodysplastic syndrome, malignant lymphomas, myelomas, chronic myeloproliferative diseases, benign blood diseases and hematopoiesis. The patients' health is in the reliable hands of an experienced team of doctors who have a perfect command of all the classic and innovative treatments.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Otolaryngology offers all the modern options of medicine for the diagnostics and treatment of hearing impairment, voice, sleep disorders. The specialists of the department have a huge arsenal of effective treatment methods and pay great attention to providing the best individual medical service. A particularly important department's focus is the treatment of head and neck tumors. In addition, the otolaryngologists of the department specialize in newborn hearing screening.

The Department of Dermatology and Allergology provides all diagnostic tests and therapeutic measures for the treatment of skin diseases and allergic reactions. The priority area of the department's work is the treatment of malignant skin neoplasms (certification as a Skin Cancer Center of the German Cancer Society). Each patient receives an individual treatment regimen for skin pathology or allergies, which includes the most effective and sparing therapeutic methods.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with diseases of the eye and its appendages. The young patients are offered the comprehensive treatment for strabismus. The department’s specialists use the cutting-edge laser systems in their work, which can improve or maintain vision even in the most difficult clinical situations. The diagnostic and therapeutic process is carried out in strict accordance with the protocols of the German and European Societies of Ophthalmology.

The Department of Angiology, Endocrinology and Diabetology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in these areas. The department specializes in the treatment of acute and chronic vascular diseases, as well as endocrine diseases, including hormonal disorders, osteoporosis and lipid metabolism disorders. Of particular interest to the doctors of the department is the treatment of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, diabetic foot syndrome. The department was awarded certification as a specialized Center for Diabetology of the German Diabetes Society for its outstanding achievements in this field.

The Department of General, Abdominal Surgery and Surgical Oncology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. Whenever possible, operations are performed using minimally invasive techniques, which are the gold standard of modern surgery. The outstanding quality of medical care is confirmed by numerous prestigious certificates, including certificates from the German Cancer Society, the German Hernia Society, etc. In addition, the department provides innovative hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), which is available only in the most progressive clinics in Europe.

The Department of Bariatric Surgery offers the comprehensive treatment for morbid obesity. It annually treats about 1,000 patients suffering from overweight and its complications. Each patient is provided with an individual approach. As a rule, the therapeutic program includes a complete lifestyle modification and specialized surgical measures, but in some cases only conservative treatment is enough. The specialists of the department regularly demonstrate high rates of effective treatment, and therefore the department is rightfully considered the largest and leading medical facility of its kind.