The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- general clinical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- clinical urine test
- kidney function test (creatinine, urea)
- blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- complete hormonal analysis
- tumor markers
- PSA
- semen analysis
- abdominal and pelvic ultrasound
- prostate and testicular transrectal ultrasound
- CT scan (on indication 650 €)
- MRI scan (on indication 1200 €)
- biopsy with histological examination (on indication 2000 €)
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- consultation of the chief physician and all leading experts
- development of individual treatment plan
- written statement
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Pediatric Surgery at the University Hospital Heidelberg 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 Chief Physician of the department is Prof. Dr. med. Patrick Günther.
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. It is worth noting that the department is one of the few medical institutions in Germany where the fetal surgical interventions are performed (surgery of a fetus in the womb).
The service range of the department includes:
- Diagnostics and treatment of bowel diseases
- Short bowel syndrome
- Hirschsprung's disease
- Chronic constipation
- Chronic inflammatory bowel diseases
- Diagnostics and treatment of hemangiomas, vascular malformations
- Neuroblastoma
- Nephroblastoma (Wilms' tumor)
- Germ cell tumors
- Sacrococcygeal teratoma
- Hepatoblastoma
- Diagnostics and treatment of injuries in children of all age groups
- Bruises
- Strains
- Open wounds
- Bone fractures
- Diagnostics and treatment of urological diseases in children
- Phimosis
- Hernia
- Hydrocele
- Hypospadias
- Surgery for preterm babies and newborns
- Omphalocele
- Gastroschisis
- Esophageal atresia
- Diaphragmatic hernia
- Anal atresia
- Intestinal atresia and stenosis
- Meconium bowel obstruction
- Necrotizing enterocolitis
- Diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the thoracic organs
- Pectus excavatum
- Lung pathology
- Pleural empyema
- Diagnostics and treatment of neck cysts, fistulas
- Median cyst of the neck
- Lateral cyst of the neck
- Minimally invasive pediatric surgery
- Laparoscopy
- Appendectomy (appendix removal)
- Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
- Splenectomy (spleen removal)
- Fundoplication in reflux disease
- Surgery on the internal genital organs and urinary tract
- Provision of access for peritoneal dialysis
- Thoracoscopy (minimally invasive surgery of the thoracic organs)
- Outpatient pediatric surgery
- Circumcision
- Inguinal hernia repair (herniotomy)
- Scar revision
- Removal of hemangiomas
- Removal of small skin tumors
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
Education
- 1989 - 1996 Study of Medicine, Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg.
- 25.11.1996 3rd State Examination, partial admission to medical practice.
- 25.11.1996 Doctoral thesis, Pediatric Radiology, Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg.
Professional Career
- 1997 - 1998 Assistant Physician, Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg (Head: Prof. Dr. R. Daum).
- 01.07.1998 Admission to medical practice.
- 1998 - 2003 Assistant Physician, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Heidelberg/Mannheim (Head: Prof. Dr. K.-L. Waag).
- 30.03.2004 Specialization in Pediatric Surgery.
- 2004-2006 Senior Physician in the Department of Pediatric Surgery, Heidelberg/Mannheim (Head: Prof. Dr. K.-L. Waag).
- 2007 - 2013 Leading Senior Physician, Section of Pediatric Surgery (Head: PD. Dr. S. Holland-Cunz), Department of General, Abdominal and Transplant Surgery (Head: Prof. Dr. M.W. Büchler).
- Since 09.2013, Chief Physician in the Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg.
- 22.11.2013 Habilitation.
Awards
- 2006 Poster Prize of the German Society of Pediatric Surgery. Subject: "3D MRI perfusion and virtual surgery planning for the removal of embryonic tumors in childhood".
- 2009 Poster Prize of the German Society of Pediatric Surgery. Subject: "Extended hemihepatectomy or liver transplantation? Operations on the liver in progressive hepatoblastoma – two separate cases".
- 2010 Poster Prize of the German Society of Pediatric Surgery. Subject: "Pathomorphology and outcome in testicular torsion in infancy and early childhood".
Memberships
- German Society of Pediatric Surgery.
- German Society of Surgery.
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About hospital
According to Focus magazine, the University Hospital Heidelberg ranks among the top five hospitals in Germany!
The hospital is one of the most advanced and reputable medical institutions not only in Germany but throughout Europe. There are more than 43 specialized departments and 13 medical institutes which cover all fields of modern medicine. A distinctive feature of the hospital is the presence of unique therapeutic methods for the treatment of complex and rare clinical cases.
Due to successful clinical practice, the hospital has been holding leading positions in the international medical arena for many years. The basis for this popularity is the combination of the very latest technologies, competent specialists, and active research activities, which allows introducing of revolutionary diagnostic and treatment methods, which save lives.
In addition to the outstanding medical achievements, it is worth noting a particularly friendly and pleasant atmosphere, and respectful attitude towards the patient. Both doctors and nursing staff make every effort to meet all the needs and wishes of the patient, pay due attention to each clinical case, and have personal communication with the patient, which contributes to a positive treatment result.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the University Hospital Heidelberg live in comfortable single and double rooms designed in bright colors. Each room is equipped with an ensuite bathroom with a shower and toilet. The patient rooms are quite spacious, they have a table with chairs for receiving visitors. Roomy wardrobes are provided for storing personal belongings. It is possible to connect to the Internet. In addition, the hospital offers enhanced-comfort rooms with a safe, refrigerator, and upholstered furniture. Patients have 24-hour access to the services of medical personnel.
Meals and Menus
The patient and his accompanying person have a daily choice of three menus. If you for some reason do not eat all the products, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Religion
The religious services are available upon request.
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, an accompanying person may stay with you in a room or hotel of your choice.
Hotel
During the outpatient program, you may live in a hotel of your choice. The managers will help you choose the most suitable options.
The hospital offers a full range of laboratory tests (general, hormonal, tests for infections, antibodies, tumor markers, etc.), genetic tests, various modifications of ultrasound scans, CT scans, MRI and PET / CT, angiography, myelography, biopsy and other examinations. Treatment with medications, endoscopic and robotic operations, stereotaxic interventions is carried out here, modern types of radiation therapy are also used. The hospital offers patients all the necessary therapeutic techniques.
- Endovascular treatment of liver pathologies with LigaSureTM, Ultracision® and Habib®-Sealer devices
- Correction of chest deformities in children (Nass operation)
- Minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting
- Replacement of ascending aorta (David procedure)
- Operations using the da Vinci robotic system
These are primary lung tumors and metastases in the lungs, benign and malignant liver pathologies, thyroid pathologies, gastroesophageal reflux disease, heart rhythm disturbances and heart failure, infertility, fibromyalgia, damages and pathologies of large joints, polyneuropathy and other diseases.
- Thoracic surgery
- Cardiac surgery
- Urology
- Orthopedics and traumatology
- Obstetrics and gynecology
The hospital's team consists of more than 13,000 highly qualified employees