University Hospital Mainz - Departments

The Department of Pulmonology offers the prevention, diagnostics and treatment of the full range of diseases of lungs, bronchi, mediastinum and pleura. The department specializes in lung and pleural tumors, obstructive respiratory diseases, including bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial diseases, pulmonary fibrosis, etc. It is also one of the largest Lung Transplantation Centers in Germany.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology, Neuro-Ophthalmology offers the full range of services in these fields and it is one of the best medical institutions of this type in Germany and Europe. It provides high-tech diagnostics and effective treatment of ophthalmologic diseases of any severity. The most important focus of the department is the treatment of glaucoma. In the field of Pediatric Ophthalmology, of particular interest is the treatment of strabismus and amblyopia.

The Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology offers the full range of services in these fields. The department is the Level I Perinatal Center, therefore it provides first-class pregnancy management, childbirth, and care in the postpartum period. An important focus in the field of gynecology is the interdisciplinary treatment of breast cancer and diseases of the female reproductive system. The department also specializes in the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. The medical team of the department has innovative equipment for performing sparing, minimally invasive interventions that allow for quick patient’s recovery.

The Department of Pediatric Cardiology offers outpatient treatment of the full range of diseases of the heart and vessels in children of all age groups, ranging from newborns to young adolescents. The department specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of congenital heart defects. Also, the department offers a broad range of treatments for heart arrhythmia, including catheter ablation. With an experienced medical team and state-of-the-art equipment, the department ranks among the leading Pediatric Cardiology Centers in Germany.

The Department of Rhythmology offers the full range of services in this field and specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. All advanced treatment methods are available here, as well as precision diagnostic examinations. Of particular interest is the treatment of atrial fibrillation, in particular using catheter ablation, as well as the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias by implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators. The department ranks among the leading medical institutions of this kind in Germany and Europe.

The Department of Pediatric Endocrinology offers the diagnostics and treatment of the full range of hormonal disorders and diseases of endocrine glands. The department specializes in the treatment of diseases of the pituitary, thyroid and parathyroid, adrenal glands, correction of Vitamin D metabolism disorders, puberty and growth disorders, etc. The department is part of the Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, which ranks among the leading Pediatric Centers in Germany.

The Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology is one of the leading Pediatric Centers for Pediatric Gastroenterological and Liver Diseases in Germany. The department specializes in the treatment of diseases and pathologies of the upper gastrointestinal tract, inflammatory bowel diseases (for example, Crohn's disease), pancreatic diseases, etc. Another focus of the department is on the treatment of cholestatic, inflammatory liver diseases, etc.

The Department of Pediatric Immunology and Rheumatology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department has more than 25 years of successful experience in the treatment of children and adolescents with diseases of bones, muscles, connective tissue and pathologies of the immune system. The great advantage of the department is its in-house modern Clinical and Immunological Laboratory where all the specialized examinations are conducted. The doctors of the department have excellent qualifications and unique knowledge in their specialization, so they can easily cope with even the most complex clinical cases.

The Department of Pediatric Diabetology offers the full range of services in the diagnostics and treatment of children and adolescents with type I and II diabetes mellitus, as well as with secondary forms of this pathology. The specialists of the department use the most sparing treatment methods for the child’s body, for example, hypoglycemic drugs of the latest generation, long-acting insulin therapy, and specially developed individual nutrition programs. Also, great importance is given to the emotional state of young patients, therefore doctors are always trying to establish the most friendly and trusting relationships with them.

The Department of Neonatology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of newborns and premature babies with various diseases. The department has the very latest therapies that allow for a full recovery even for very small premature and newborn babies with severe pathologies. The department treats about 75 children with birth weight less than 1500 g every year. The outstanding quality of medical services is confirmed by the status of the Level I Perinatal Center.

The Department of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, Hemostaseology offers the full range of outpatient and inpatient therapy for children and adolescents with oncological diseases, as well as with blood pathologies and coagulation disorders. The department specializes in the treatment of acute leukemia, lymphomas, malignant neoplasms of the central nervous system, as well as tumors of other localization. The department ranks among the largest Centers for Pediatric Oncology and Hematology in Germany.

The Department of General, Abdominal and Transplant Surgery offers the full range of surgical treatment of the gastrointestinal organs, endocrine and transplant surgery. Surgical interventions are performed in the modern operating rooms equipped with the state-of-art technology. The outstanding quality of medical services is confirmed by prestigious certificates of the German Society for General and Abdominal Surgery, German Cancer Society.

The Department of Pediatric Nephrology and Urology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department’s scope of tasks includes the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the kidneys, urinary tract and external genital organs in infants, young children and adolescents. Treatment is provided in accordance with the requirements of national and international professional medical societies.

The Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergology and Cystic Fibrosis Treatment offers the full range of services in these fields and specializes in the treatment of respiratory diseases and allergies. The doctors of the department have a unique experience in the diagnostics and treatment of cystic fibrosis in children. Considerable importance is attached to research activities, for example, studies of the genome, genetically determined diseases, inhalation therapy in children are conducted here.

The Department for Congenital Metabolic Disorders offers the full range of diagnostics, treatment and research of congenital lysosomal storage diseases, as well as disorders of intermediary metabolism. The department specializes in various forms of rare congenital metabolic disorders, for example, Fabry, Gaucher, Pompe diseases, mucopolysaccharidosis, etc. The medical facility ranks among the leading centers of this kind in Germany.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Dermatology offers the full range of services in this field and is one of the largest medical institutions of this kind in Germany . The department has 45 beds for inpatient treatment, as well as provides comprehensive counseling for patients with skin diseases on an outpatient basis. The main clinical focuses of the department include the diagnostics and treatment of skin cancer, allergic skin reactions, operative and aesthetic dermatology, laser therapy of skin pathologies.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in these fields. The main areas of specialization include cancer treatment, cochlear implantation, treatment of hearing and speech disorders, diseases of the nose, paranasal sinuses and salivary glands, as well as medical care in allergic diseases and sleep-related breathing disorders. Also, the department’s scope of tasks includes plastic and reconstructive surgery of the face and neck.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery offers the full range of surgical treatment of cardiovascular diseases and thoracic operations. The department is one of the leading medical institutions in Germany, which introduces the very latest treatment methods. In particular, the specialists of the department are among the first in the field of minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting and minimally invasive aortic valve surgery. Also, the department’s priorities include heart valve reconstruction in case of their insufficiency and aortic aneurysm treatment.

The Department of Pediatric Surgery offers the full range of surgical treatment of diseases in infants, young children and adolescents. The highly competent surgeons, including from other countries of the world, work in the department, which ensures cooperation with other Pediatric Surgery Clinics. Due to this, patients are provided with medical care at the most modern scientific level. The department has all the conditions for a comfortable stay of the child and his parents, the doctors get along well with the young patients and do everything possible to maintain their positive attitude.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Neurosurgery offers the full range of services in this field. The department specializes in the surgical treatment of diseases of the brain, spine and peripheral nerves in adults and children. During the treatment, the department uses the very latest surgical techniques and technical equipment, for example, robotic spinal surgery. The department is one of the leading neurosurgical medical institutions in Germany and Europe.

The Department of Neurology offers the diagnostics and treatment of all neurological diseases at the very latest scientific level. The department employs highly qualified specialists, who are focused on an individual approach to each patient in order to provide optimal medical care. Many neurological disorders are treated in the specialized certified centers that operate on the basis of the department, for example, the Stroke Unit, the Epilepsy Center.

The Department of Neuroradiology offers the full range of services in the field of neuroradiological diagnostics and interventional therapy of neurological diseases. The department has more than 50 years of clinical experience, therefore it guarantees patients advanced knowledge and unique achievements in this focus. The department’s significant achievement is the certification of the German Society for Interventional Radiology and Minimally Invasive Therapy (DeGIR).

The Department of Nuclear Medicine offers the full range of services in this field. The department specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of various diseases with the help of radioactive substances. Of particular interest is the treatment of benign and malignant thyroid diseases with radioiodine therapy. The department employs highly qualified doctors who take care of the individual approach to each patient, the selection of the optimal form of therapy with minimal side effects.

The Department of General and Interventional Cardiology, Internal Intensive Care offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. The department enjoys an excellent reputation at the national and international levels. The specialists of the department serve about 11,000 inpatients and 20,000 outpatients annually, and also perform about 600 heart valve implantations. In addition, the department implements a special preventive program, within which patients undergo a comprehensive examination of the cardiovascular system (2-3 days complex of individually selected examinations).

The Department of Neuropediatrics and Developmental Pediatrics offers outpatient and inpatient medical care for infants, young and school-age children with all neurological diseases and developmental disorders. The department specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired neurological, neurometabolic, neurodegenerative, neuromuscular diseases and developmental disorders in infants, young and school-age children.

The Department of Angiology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the arteries, veins and lymphatic vessels. Medical care is provided both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. In particularly complex clinical cases, specialists from the related fields are involved. The highly qualified doctors with a long clinical experience work with patients. They select an individual course of therapy, thereby guaranteeing optimal treatment results.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Orthopedics, Trauma Surgery offers the full range of diagnostics, treatment and follow-up care for diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system in adults and children. The department has modern operating rooms equipped with advanced navigation systems to ensure the most effective surgical treatment. The outstanding quality of medical services is confirmed by prestigious certificates of the German Cancer Society, certificates of professional societies in traumatology and endoprosthetics.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Diagnostic, Interventional Radiology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. Patient care is provided both on an outpatient and inpatient basis. The department has all the modern imaging methods for the most accurate diagnostics and interventional therapy. The highly qualified doctors with extensive clinical experience and high rates of successful treatment take care of patient health.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Urology offers the full range of services in this field. The department specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the kidneys, urinary tract and genital organs in men and boys. The doctors of the department have excellent qualifications and easily cope with both functional disorders, inflammatory diseases, and complex developmental defects in boys, severe forms of prostate cancer in adult men. About 4,500 inpatients and 10,000 outpatients are treated here every year.

The Department of Radiation Oncology and Radiation Therapy offers the full range of modern treatment options for patients with malignant tumors. In addition, the department specializes in the treatment of benign diseases, such as arthrosis or endocrine ophthalmopathy. It maintains close cooperation with other departments of the university hospital and often carries out multimodal treatment. If necessary, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and hormone therapy can be used along with radiation therapy.

The Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of gastrointestinal and liver diseases. The priorities of the department include the treatment of gastrointestinal cancer, chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), and pathologies of the liver and bile ducts. The department specialists also specialize in caring for patients before and after liver transplantation. The department has high-precision diagnostic examinations and all modern types of therapy, which guarantee optimal results.

The Department of Nephrology and Dialysis offers the full range of services in these fields. It provides diagnostics and treatment of all benign kidney diseases, special consultations for patients with indications for kidney transplantation and monitoring of patients after transplantation. The medical institution works in close cooperation with the Department of Urology, as well as with many Dialysis Centers in the region.

The Department of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology offers modern diagnostics and treatment of rheumatic diseases causing pain and functional disorders in the musculoskeletal system. The experienced specialists of the department select the most effective drug therapy for each patient and complement it with the appropriate types of physiotherapy. All the therapeutic measures are aimed at improving patient's health and quality of life.

The Department of Infectology offers the full range of prevention, diagnostics and treatment of infectious diseases of various etiologies. The department also specializes in the treatment of specific infections, such as tuberculosis and viral hepatitis, which require comprehensive anti-infectious therapy. Another focus of the department is medical care for patients with HIV infection, which can be successfully treated with modern drugs. The department also offers the treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and other infections.

The Department of Endocrinology, Metabolic Disorders, Diabetology and Nutritional Medicine offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department specializes in the treatment of all hormonal and metabolic disorders, diabetes mellitus and its complications, such as diabetic foot syndrome, diseases of the pituitary gland, thyroid and parathyroid glands, adrenal glands, sex glands. In addition, the department's scope of tasks includes the treatment of osteoporosis and lipid metabolism disorders, endocrine and neuroendocrine tumors. All therapeutic measures meet the highest standards of modern university medicine.

The Department of Hematology, Internal Oncology, Stem Cell Transplantation and Hemostaseology offers the full range of services in the field of diagnostics and treatment of systemic diseases with high malignancy degree, including diseases of blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system. Treatment involves the use of the very latest therapeutic techniques, including autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation.