University Hospital Heidelberg - Departments

The Department of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery offers the full range of surgical interventions for the treatment of congenital and acquired heart diseases in children of all age groups. The department's specialists serve about 4,500 young patients, and also perform more than 300 operations annually. To provide the optimal surgical treatment, the department has operating rooms fitted out with the state-of-art technology, a specially equipped Catheter Laboratory for children, and an Intensive Care Unit.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Diagnostic, Interventional Radiology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. It conducts all modern radiological examinations and imaging-guided minimally invasive interventions for the treatment of various benign and malignant diseases. A feature of the department is imaging diagnostics in children and adolescents. There are specially adapted devices with minimal irradiation for this purpose.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Neuroradiology offers the full range of radiological diagnostics and imaging-guided treatment diseases of the nervous system (brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves). The department is equipped with state-of-the-art CT and MRI systems, which allow performing high-precision diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including examinations of the nerve functions and metabolic processes in the brain.

The Department of Nuclear Medicine offers the full range of radioisotope diagnostics and treatment of various diseases. The department is equipped with the advanced medical equipment, which provides the most accurate scanning of all anatomical structures and organs of the human body. In the field of treatment, the focus is on oncological, cardiological and neurological diseases. The department's doctors work in accordance with the international standards, therefore, each patient receives high-quality, individualized medical care.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of General, Abdominal and Transplant Surgery ranks among the top German departments specializing in bowel cancer treatment! The department offers the full range of services in these medical fields and guarantees the first-class medical care at the university level. The department specializes in the treatment of diseases of the abdominal cavity, esophagus and thyroid gland, transplantation of liver, kidney and pancreas. The medical facility has won the reputation of one of the three largest and most successful Transplant Centers in Germany. Also, within the clinical practice, doctors hold highly-specialized consultations on rare diseases and provide 24-hour emergency care. 

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Cardiac Surgery ranks among the top German departments specializing in cardiac surgery! The department offers the full range of surgical interventions for the treatment of cardiac pathologies. The main priorities of the department include aortic surgery, heart transplantation, minimally invasive bypass grafting and heart valve surgery. It performs more than 2,500 surgical interventions every year. In especially complex clinical cases, all necessary specialists from the related fields are involved.

The Department of Nephrology offers the full range of modern diagnostics and effective treatment of all kidney diseases. The department's highly qualified medical team, which has 180 employees, provides its services to about 1,700 inpatients and 8,000 outpatients annually. Thanks to the outstanding results in kidney transplantation, treatment of acute kidney failure, diabetic nephropathy and hypertension, the department has won leading positions both at the national and international levels.

The Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery offers the full range of accurate diagnostics and effective treatment of diseases of the arteries and veins. The department specializes in all modern vascular interventions, in particular, open, interventional (catheter) procedures, hybrid surgeries, as well as innovative vascular prosthetic techniques. All this makes the department one of the most advanced medical institutions in Germany with a university level of service.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Adult and Pediatric Urology ranks among the top German departments specializing in prostate cancer treatment! The department offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of the urinary system in men and boys. The department has a long history, rich traditions, and is also a recognized center of excellence in the treatment of all urological diseases. The department specializes in the treatment of malignant urological diseases, reconstructive surgery, pediatric urology, treatment of urinary tract dysfunction and kidney stone disease.

The Department of Pediatric Surgery offers the full range of surgical treatment of various diseases in newborns, infants, young children and adolescents. The focus is on the surgical treatment of diseases of the abdominal cavity, surgical oncology, correction of malformations of the genital organs and traumatology. The successful clinical practice is based on a combination of advanced surgical equipment and the competence of surgeons who have gained the international recognition. During the course of treatment, the doctors not only provide first-class medical care, but also create a friendly, pleasant atmosphere in the department, which contributes to a positive treatment result.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Adult and Pediatric Orthopedics, Traumatology ranks among the top German departments specializing in endoprosthetic joint replacement! The department offers the full range of services in the field of diagnostics and treatment of all diseases of the musculoskeletal system. In addition to surgical treatment, a number of effective conservative treatments are available in the department, for example, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, therapeutic exercise. The highly qualified doctors who have a rich experience and outstanding treatment results take care of the patients' health. 

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology offers the full range of high-tech diagnostic services, conservative and surgical treatment methods, including modern laser surgery. The department is one of the most progressive medical institutions in Germany in the area of its specialization, and is also proud of its 150-year history and rich experience. The department has an Emergency Unit, which specialists are available around the clock, an Outpatient Surgery Unit, a Neuro-Ophthalmology Unit, a Section of Ophthalmologic Rehabilitation and other specialized centers.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Otolaryngology offers the full range of services in the field of diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the ear, nose and throat. The department’s doctors also specialize in surgical interventions in the head and neck. The department has 3 state-of-the-art operating rooms equipped with innovative surgical microscopes, digital endoscopes, a computerized tomographic system that allows for intraoperative CT examinations, and video recording technology. In addition, high-precision neuronavigation systems are also available in the operating rooms.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Neurosurgery offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system. The medical institution occupies a leading position in this sector in Europe. The neurosurgeons of the department have at their disposal four high-tech operating rooms, in which more than 3,500 interventions are performed annually. Active clinical and experimental research activities, as well as close cooperation with national and international reputable research centers, promote the introduction of innovative treatment techniques that are available only in a few clinics in the world.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology ranks among the top departments in Germany specializing in obstetrics and breast cancer treatment! The department offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the female genital organs, as well as provides first-class obstetric services, prenatal diagnostics and comprehensive management of pregnancy, including high-risk pregnancy. As part of the National Cancer Center (NCT), the department ensures an individualized, interdisciplinary treatment of female oncopathology. All the therapeutic measures carried out by the doctors of the department meet the highest international standards. 

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Gynecological Endocrinology, Reproductive Medicine offers the full range of modern methods of treating hormonal disorders in women and girls, as well as fertility therapy. The department is one of the few in Germany that specializes in all types of artificial insemination. Important attention is paid to the treatment of endometriosis, which often leads to infertility, uterine fibroids. Also, the scope of tasks of the department’s specialists includes endoscopic procedures aimed at fertility treatment. The treatment concept is developed individually for each patient, taking into account the specific clinical indications.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Neurology is included in the ranking of the best German departments specializing in the treatment of multiple sclerosis! The department offers the full range of services in the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system. Patients are treated in close cooperation with the Departments of Neurosurgery and Neuroradiology, which allows for an interdisciplinary, integrated approach. The department treats more than 8,000 inpatients and 23,000 outpatients every year.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Oral, Maxillofacial Surgery offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department specializes in the treatment of inflammatory diseases of face and neck soft and hard tissues, injuries of soft tissues and bones in the maxillofacial area and their complications, benign and malignant maxillofacial tumors. The surgical treatment of tumors is followed by reconstructive plastic surgery. To provide an accurate diagnostics and treatment planning, the department uses both classical two-dimensional X-ray method and modern 3D technology. The surgeons of the department use in their practice only proven, highly efficient surgical techniques that ensure an excellent aesthetic result.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Dermatology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of skin diseases, including extremely complex and rare clinical cases in this field. The department became the first in Germany, which was certified in accordance with the standards of the German Cancer Society, and today occupies a leading position in the treatment of skin cancer both at the national and international level. The priority task of the specialists of the department is to provide patients with the interdisciplinary, individualized medical care.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Adult and Pediatric Thoracic Surgery ranks among the top German departments in the treatment of lung cancer! The department offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the thoracic organs. The department is among the largest and oldest medical facilities of this kind in Europe. The doctors of the department mostly have to deal with diseases, such as lung cancer, lung metastases, pleural mesothelioma, sarcoma, myasthenia gravis, pulmonary emphysema, and thoracic defects. More than 2,300 surgical interventions of varying severity are performed here annually. For the achievements in the field of lung cancer treatment, the department received a certificate from the German Cancer Society.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders ranks among the top German departments specializing in the treatment of diabetes mellitus! The department offers the full range of services in the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the endocrine glands, metabolic disorders. Of particular interest is the treatment of diabetes mellitus, obesity, osteoporosis and thyroid pathologies. All doctors of the department have in-depth expert knowledge, vast experience, and also have at their disposal all the modern methods allowing them to ensure a positive treatment outcome.

According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Cardiology, Angiology and Pulmonology is included in the ranking of the best German departments specializing in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases! The department offers the accurate diagnostics and effective treatment of diseases of the heart, blood vessels, lung and respiratory tract. The department has 132 beds. A large team of more than 500 employees takes care of the patients’ health. All of them have excellent qualifications and make every effort to provide first-class treatment to each patient.

The Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Infectology offers the full range of services in these fields and specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and liver transplantation. One of the key activities is the therapy of oncological diseases of the digestive organs. Medical care is provided both on an outpatient and inpatient basis. In addition, the department operates an intensive care unit to provide round-the-clock assistance to critically ill patients.

The Department of Hematology, Oncology, Adult and Pediatric Rheumatology offers the full range of modern diagnostics and treatment of malignant diseases, rheumatic pathologies, including particularly complex clinical cases in these fields. In addition, the department's doctors specialize in stem cell transplantation and occupy leading positions in this field at the international level. The medical team of the department makes every effort to guarantee each patient an individual, first-class treatment, based on the very latest achievements of modern medicine and human respect, understanding of the needs of each patient.

The Department of General Pediatrics, Pediatric Neurology, Metabolic Disorders, Gastroenterology and Nephrology offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The department has an excellent infrastructure and modern technical equipment that allows for the timely detection of the smallest violations in the children's body and their effective elimination. The highly qualified interdisciplinary team of doctors takes care of the health of young patients. It provides not only first-class treatment, but also a friendly, attentive attitude towards each child.

The Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Congenital Heart Diseases offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of all forms of congenital and acquired heart defects in newborns, young children and adolescents. Special attention is paid to the treatment of congenital cardiovascular diseases with the help of catheterization procedures (interventional cardiology), pediatric intensive care, as well as outpatient care for patients with congenital heart defects as part of comprehensive consultations. The department has an in-house state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, as well as the necessary medical equipment for the diagnostics of fetal cardiac abnormalities in the womb.

The Department of Pediatric Oncology, Hematology, Immunology and Pulmonology offers the full range of services in these fields and specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents with cancers, diseases of the blood and immune system, as well as pathologies of the lungs, respiratory tract. The department ranks among the largest medical institutions of this kind in Germany, which offers all the modern therapeutic capabilities in these fields. The department's doctors have over 25 years of experience in bone marrow transplantation. An important focus of the department is the treatment of benign blood disorders, including  anemia, blood clotting disorders, and immunodeficiencies.

The Department of Mammology offers the full range of modern diagnostics and treatment of breast diseases. Of particular interest to the department's specialists is breast cancer therapy. More than 600 patients with such a diagnosis are treated here annually. The treatment is based on an individual approach, the use of advanced techniques, which often allow the doctor to avoid the radical resection.

The National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) Heidelberg offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of various oncological diseases. Since its foundation in 2004, the center has gained a reputation of one of the leading in Germany. The center is supported by the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the German Cancer Aid (Deutschen Krebshilfe). The center treats about 60,000 patients from 45 countries every year. Thanks to the outstanding research activities, the department has the very latest therapeutic opportunities that save lives for thousands of people.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Radiation Therapy, Ion Radiotherapy and Radiation Oncology offers the full range of radiological diagnostics and cancer therapy. A feature of the department is the exact treatment of cancer with the help of heavy ions and proton therapy. Therapy with heavy ions and protons makes it possible to effectively destroy tumors of difficult-to-reach localization, while maintaining healthy tissues. The department belongs to the most modern medical institutions of this level in the international medical arena. It treats more than 3,500 cancer patients every year.