The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
- tumor markers
- indicators blood coagulation
- CT / MRI of the abdomen
- abdominal ultrasound
- preoperative care
- surgery treatment of сhoriocarcinoma
- histologically and immunohistochemically examination
of the remote tissues - symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
Service
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About the department
According to the Focus magazine, the Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology at the University Hospital Heidelberg 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.
The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Markus Wallwiener. The specialist has been working for the benefit of his patients with gynecologic diseases for more than 16 years and provides high-quality obstetric services. He has exceptional professional skills in the fields of surgery (MIC III certified in minimally invasive surgery) and systemic treatment of female genital cancer. Dr. Wallwiener has published more than 230 scientific publications in various areas of gynecology and obstetrics, and is also happy to share his knowledge at scientific conferences.
As part of the National Cancer Center (NCT), the department ensures an individualized, interdisciplinary treatment of female oncopathology. The department offers all advanced conservative and surgical treatment methods that guarantee the optimal result of therapy. In addition, the gynecologists of the department have extensive experience in the treatment of common gynecological diseases, for example, urinary tract infections, urinary incontinence, and inflammatory processes in the female genital organs. All the therapeutic measures carried out by the doctors of the department meet the highest international standards.
In the field of obstetrics, there is offered prenatal diagnostics, care and counseling of expectant mothers during pregnancy, delivery and postnatal care for both mother and child. A specialized medical team, consisting of obstetricians, an anesthesiologist, pediatricians and nursing staff, works 24 hours a day to make sure that the childbirth is painless and as safe as possible. The doctors have four modern, spacious delivery rooms, equipped with everything necessary for childbirth, for example, special chairs for childbirth, baths for water childbirth.
The main clinical focuses of the department include:
Diagnostics and treatment of cancers of the female genital organs |
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Diagnostics and treatment of breast diseases, in particular, breast cancer | |
Diagnostics and treatment of uterine fibroids |
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General gynecology |
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Pediatric gynecology |
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Emergency gynecological medical care | |
Prenatal medicine and ultrasound diagnostics |
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Childbirth and postpartum care both for mother and baby | |
Courses for expectant mothers (for example, preparation for childbirth, preparation for infant care, etc.) | |
Other medical services |
Curriculum vitae
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- Human medicine studies at the University of Tuebingen.
- Master of Health Business Administration (MHBA), Friedrich Alexander University of Erlangen-Nuremberg.
- Board certification in Gynecologic Oncology (2014 - 2016).
Positions
- Assistant Physician, Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology at the University Hospital Heidelberg.
- Managing Senior Physician, Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology at the University Hospital Heidelberg.
- Since 2008 Deputy Head Physician, Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology at the University Hospital Heidelberg.
- Acting Head Physician, Department of Obstetrics, Adult and Pediatric Gynecology at the University Hospital Heidelberg.
Clinical Focuses
- Treatment of oncological diseases of the female reproductive system.
- Special obstetrics and perinatal medicine.
- Endoscopy in gynecology.
- Surgical treatment of breast diseases.
- Surgical treatment of gynecologic cancers.
- Systemic therapy for gynecologic cancer.
- Endometriosis treatment.
Activities in Professional Societies
- 2011 - 2016 Chairman, European Society for Gynecological Endoscopy (ESGE).
- 2018 Secretary, Working Group on Gynecological Oncology (AGO).
- Since 2020 Chairman of the Committee for Digital Patient-Centered Care, German Society for Senology (DGS).
- Since 2021 Chairman of the Digital Medicine Committee, German Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (DGGG).
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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