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The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- TSH-basal
- blood gas analysis
- mutation in CFTR-Gen
- chest x-ray examination
- bronchography
- measurement of arterial blood pressure
- electrocardiogram (ECG)
- echocardiography (ECHO)
- high-resolution computed tomography (HR-CT)
- pulmonary function test
- bronchoscopy with biopsy
- histological and microbiological examination
- bronchial lavage
- examination of the remote tissues
- consultation of related specialists
- symptomatic specific treatment
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- control examinations
- full hospital accommodation
- developing of further guidance
Required documents
- Medical records
Service
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About the department
The Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Pulmonology at the University Hospital Halle (Saale) offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment in its fields of specialization. The department specializes in the diagnostic and interventional endoscopy, gastrointestinal cancer, treatment of liver, pancreatic diseases, as well as chronic inflammatory bowel diseases. In the field of pulmonology, the focus is on the diagnostics and treatment of obstructive, interstitial lung diseases, lung cancer and cystic fibrosis. The Chief Physician of the department is Prof. Dr. med. Patrick Michl.
To diagnose gastroenterologic and hepatologic diseases, the department uses the very latest endoscopic and ultrasound methods. The special focus is made on gastroenterological oncology. The department is engaged in the diagnostics and treatment of all cancers of the gastrointestinal organs, including the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, biliary tract, colon and small intestine, etc. The local ablative methods (for example, radiofrequency thermoablation, percutaneous ethanol injection) and transarterial chemoembolization are used for the endoscopic diagnostics and treatment of precancerous stages (for example, polyps, intestinal adenomas), as well as the initial stages of esophageal and stomach cancer.
The treatment of oncological diseases involves the use of all modern treatment methods, such as chemotherapy, antibody therapy and modern types of targeted therapy. The participation in national and international clinical trials contributes to the achievement of optimal treatment outcomes in patients with gastrointestinal cancer.
Similarly, the department offers the best conditions for the treatment of pulmonary pathologies. For example, along with drug therapy for COPD, the department offers all methods for the treatment of pulmonary emphysema, including the implantation of endobronchial valves and coils, bronchoscopic thermal vapor ablation (BTVA). The decision on a treatment plan is made at the interdisciplinary consultations. These take place with the participation of pulmonologists/oncologists, thoracic surgeons, radiation therapists, radiologists, specialists in the field of nuclear medicine, etc.
In addition, the department is the Center of Excellence for Pulmonary Hypertension, the certified Cystic Fibrosis Center. Also, it is actively involved in sports medicine and supervises both professional athletes and amateurs of all sports.
The diagnostic and therapeutic range of the department includes:
- Gastroenterology/hepatology
- Gastrointestinal diseases
- Diseases of the colon, anus
- Peritoneal diseases
- Liver diseases
- Diseases of the gallbladder and bile ducts
- Pancreatic diseases
- Chronic inflammatory bowel diseases
- Gastroenterological oncology
- Tumors of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, gallbladder and pancreas
- Neuroendocrine neoplasias
- Precancerous conditions and early cancer stages
- Pulmonology
- Pulmonary oncology (lung and bronchial cancer)
- All diseases of the lungs and respiratory tract
- Obstructive pulmonary diseases (asthma and COPD)
- Interstitial lung diseases
- Cystic fibrosis (mucoviscidosis)
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Preparation and performance of lung transplantation
- Sports medicine
- Diagnostics and treatment of other diseases
Curriculum vitae
Education and Professional Background
- 1990 - 1998 Study of Medicine at the Universities of Munich, Los Angeles and Boston.
- 1998 - 2000 Internship, Department of Internal Medicine II, University Hospital Munich.
- 2000 - 2006 Specialization in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University Hospital Ulm.
- 2002 - 2004 Scholarship of the German research Foundation and research stay in London.
- 2006 - 2015 Physician/Senior Physician, Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital Marburg.
- 2007 Habilitation at the Philipps University of Marburg.
- 2013 Extraordinary Professorship, Philipps University of Marburg.
- 2012 - 2015 Leading Senior Physician, Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital Marburg.
- Since 2015 Head of the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Pulmonology at the University Hospital Halle (Saale) and (W3) Professor of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg.
Research Grants
- German Research Foundation (DFG).
- German Cancer Aid (DKH).
- European Union (EU).
- Wilhelm Sander Foundation.
- Behring-Roentgen Foundation.
Clinical Focuses
- Gastrointestinal tumors, including pancreatic, liver, biliary tract and neuroendocrine tumors.
- Interventional endoscopy.
- Infectious diseases.
- Clinical trials in cancers.
Research Focuses
- Molecular mechanisms of metastasis.
- New treatment concepts for pancreatic cancer.
- Relationship between tumor and inflammation.
- Interaction between tumor cells and stromal cells.
- Testing new therapeutic approaches in clinical trials.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Universitätsklinikum Halle (Saale)
About hospital
According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the University Hospital Halle (Saale) ranks among the top German medical facilities!
The history of the hospital has more than 300 years, and during this time it managed to earn an excellent reputation not only in Germany, but throughout the world. The hospital positions itself as a specialized medical facility for the treatment of very severe and rare diseases and injuries. It provides medical care for patients of all age groups in accordance with the very latest scientific achievements. It is worth noting that the hospital is characterized by its successful research activities, especially in the field of cardiovascular diseases and oncopathology. The specialists of these fields have made a significant contribution to the development of new diagnostic methods and therapeutic approaches.
The hospital diagnoses and treats more than 40,000 inpatients and about 120,000 outpatients every year. Such a large number of patients indicates the reliability and effectiveness of medical services.
Some structural units of the hospital deserve special attention. For example, the Central Department of Emergency Medical Care (the largest in Saxony-Anhalt), modern dental rooms, the Perinatal Center and the Transplant Center with a history of more than 40 years.
Thanks to the use of the cutting-edge medical technology and the availability of advanced equipment, many operations and procedures, which previously could entail a lot of risks and consequences, are currently performed in the hospital with the help of sparing techniques. In this context, it is worth noting hybrid heart interventions, robotic interventions in urology (da Vinci surgical system), etc.
In addition, the key to successful clinical practice is the availability in the hospital of experienced and competent medical staff. The total number of medical staff includes more than 4,000 medical employees. Many doctors are known far beyond the borders of Germany, they regularly carry out significant researches, which allow them to develop modern medicine. In addition, the hospital specializes in training of medical students, therefore the qualified doctors and professors are willing to pass on their experience to the younger generation.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the University Hospital Halle (Saale) live in comfortable single, double and triple patient rooms made in a modern design. All patient rooms are equipped with an ensuite bath with toilet and shower. The standard room includes a comfortable, automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a table and chairs for receiving visitors and a TV. There is access to Wi-Fi. For security reasons, in some places, including in Intensive Care Units, it is forbidden to use laptops and mobile phones. In addition, the hospital offers enhanced-comfort patient rooms.
Meals and Menus
The patient and his accompanying person have a daily choice of three menus. If for any reason you do not eat all the food, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment. Children are offered a special menu with healthy and tasty dishes, rich in nutrients necessary for the growing body.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Religion
Religious services are available upon request.
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, an accompanying person may stay with you in a patient room or hotel of your choice.
Hotel
During the outpatient program, you may stay in a hotel of your choice. Managers will help you choose the most suitable options.