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Germany, Solingen
Online Consultation with Neurosurgeon in Medical Center in Solingen
2 accreditations & 3 licences
hospital certificates of quality
92% Patients
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The medical center is a Bookimed Official Partner. Thus, we arrange treatment for international patients as a hospital representative with no intermediaries and extra charges.
About the clinic
The online consultation with a neurosurgeon at the Städtisches Klinikum Solingen in Solingen, Germany, allows patients to receive a remote expert review of their neurological condition. This diagnostic service provides a professional evaluation of medical records and imaging scans to determine the necessary next steps. A major advantage of this offering is the direct involvement of a specialist who has performed over 5,000 surgeries.
Consultation highlights
- Expert neurosurgeon. Prof. Dr. Ralf Buhl, Head of Neurosurgery, reviews the submitted medical documentation.
- Extensive experience. The lead specialist has over 20 years of experience and is a member of the European Association of Neurosurgeons.
- Remote review. Patients submit their existing CT scans, MRI images, and laboratory test reports for assessment.
- Documentation results. The neurosurgeon provides a preliminary treatment plan and an estimate of costs based on the records.
- Language support. International coordinators assist with communication in English, Russian, Ukrainian, and German.
About the clinic
Städtisches Klinikum Solingen serves as an Academic Hospital of the University of Cologne. It holds several important certifications, including recognition from the German Cancer Society (DKG) and TÜV RHEINLAND. The facility is also recognized as a certified German Trauma Center and is accredited by WHO/UNICEF. These credentials confirm that the clinic follows established national and international medical protocols.
To begin the process, patients submit their medical files for a physician to review. This remote diagnostic step helps clarify the diagnosis without requiring immediate travel to Germany. You can request a consultation through Bookimed to receive a specialist's opinion on your case.
Highlights
1863
Year of foundation
400 doctors
60000 patients per year
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Medical Center in Solingen
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
Average answering time – 5 minutes
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Treatments prices in the clinic
Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.
Neurosurgery
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Brain tumor surgery | $20000 - $38000 | |
| Herniated disc surgery | $14870 | |
| Pituitary tumor surgery | $18000 - $28000 | |
| Tongue cancer surgery | $12000 - $28000 | |
| Removal of meningioma | $36000 - $44000 | |
| Discectomy | Price on request | |
| Brain tumor removal | Price on request | |
| Gamma Knife | Price on request | |
| High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) | Price on request | |
| Removal of spinal cord tumor | Price on request |
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Medical Center in Solingen: more details about the clinic
Germany, Solingen
Städtisches Klinikum Solingen consists of 15 clinics, centers and institutes and is one of the largest in the most populous state of Germany - North Rhine-Westphalia. The clinic works as the Academic Hospital of the University of Cologne.
Städtisches Klinikum Solingen has certifications of the German Trauma Center, German Cancer Society, WHO and UNICEF and TÜV RHEINLAND for safety and high quality in treatment.
The team of neurosurgeons provides 3 surgeries per day and over 1,000 surgeries per year. German specialists receive patients with brain tumors, neurotraumas, and spine tumors. They cooperate with colleagues from Boston and Cleveland Hospitals in the USA providing patients with the best medical solutions.
Prof. Ralf Buhl with over 20 years of experience heads the Department. Dr. Buhl has provided over 4,000 neurosurgeries. One of the doctor's patients is a Hollywood actor George Clooney.
The specialists of the Department receive patients with oncology, gastroenterology, blood and lymph diseases. The Department is certified by the German Cancer Society as a reliable institution for fighting with cancer.
The Head of the Department is Prof. Boris Pfaffenbach, the specialist with over 26 of experience.
Solingen Klinikum in cooperation with Sana-Klinikum Remscheid founded the Senology Clinic (Bergische Brustzentrum) to diagnose and treat patients with all types of the breast diseases including cancer of the mammary gland. The success rate of the treatment is 90%. Doctors apply systematic treatment (for instance, chemotherapy and antibody immunotherapy) and immediate breast reconstruction.The Senology Clinic offers breast plastic surgeries as well.
If you would like to find out more about specialties at Klinikum Solingen, the prices, or get an appointment, leave a request to Bookimed Doctor-Coordinator.
Bookimed and the International Department of the Hospital make arrangements for your trip, stay and transfer.
Accommodation: standard and VIP wards, meal included.
The apartment (up to 4 people) near the hospital is €50-60.
Infrastructure: cafe, shops, pharmacies are on the premises of the Hospital. The cost of the apartment rent, transport and meal in Solingen is much lower than in big German cities.
The cost for interpreter service (if required) is €35 per hour. The treatment cost in Solingen Municipal Hospital is the same for foreigners and German citizens. This means the price of the treatment is 10-20% lower than in other German hospitals with extra charges.
Additional services
Transfer
Airport to clinic
$100 -
$100
Clinic to airport
$100 -
$100
Language assistance
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free
Accommodation
Hotel (apartments) near the clinic, billed daily
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Anonymous • Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries
Jul 11, 2026
Verified review.
Everything was handled well
I remember my conversation with the surgeon clearly. What stood out most was that he was honest about the risks and complications, which set a transparent tone for the entire process of getting my VP shunt. So far, I'm feeling about as expected in my recovery. The clinic staff has been supportive and they stayed in touch with me after the surgery. I can also confirm there were no additional expenses on top of what was originally quoted. Everything was handled well. My one piece of advice for a future patient would be to bring plenty of reading material for the downtime.
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Reply from Alexandra Zinnmann
representative of Medical Center in Solingen
Jul 16, 2026
Dear Gerard, thank you for the feedback. We appreciate it! Prof. Buhl and the complete international office team of the hospital Solingen wishes you a fast recovery.
Anonymous • Consultation with an orthopaedist Kazakhstan
Sep 12, 2026
Verified review.
Anonymous • Meningioma
Aug 14, 2026
Verified review.
The Surgeon was very warm including the staff, which made a real difference
My biggest concern before the trip was the impersonal nature of a large clinic. This was not the case at all. I underwent a craniotomy for a meningioma, and the entire approach felt very focused on my well-being. To put it simply, "The Surgeon was very warm including the staff," which made a real difference. The entire process was efficient and well-structured; the schedule was tight but normal, leaving no room for uncertainty. I am still in early recovery, but I feel the medical care I received was competent and the right decision for my health.
The Surgeon was very warm including the staff
Jeremy • Atrial fibrillation United Kingdom
Mar 30, 2025
Verified review.
It was a great help to have somebody with me during the day of the tests, sorting my papers and dealing with translation
Having made an initial enquiry on line, I was impressed by the follow up and treatment proposals and costs
I did some research and determined that I needed to get the very best medical attention
It was a great help to have somebody with me during the day of the tests, sorting my papers and dealing with translation. Absolutely invaluable
Everything was explained to me in detail
My only comments are that it would have been good to have been informed about the number of nights stay in the hospital
I expected an overnight stay after the procedure
In fact for good reasons it was a total of three nights
About Bookimed service
Just great from start to finish. Always checking that I was ok.A
Reply from Alexandra Zinnmann
representative of Medical Center in Solingen
Apr 1, 2025
Dear Jeremy,
thank your for your review. The team of the international office hospital Solingen wishes all the best to you. Stay healthy!
Oleg Khvenko • Lung cancer Ukraine
Jan 22, 2026
Verified review.
In addition to being satisfied with the level of professionalism of the medical staff, the equipment and the capabilities of the clinic, I would like to note the comprehensive assistance provided by BOOKIMED manager Anastasia and our coordinator at the clinic, Alexandra, for their support at all times: from arrival, accommodation, translations and explanations, to always being available and helping with all questions - from the necessary route to obtaining all the necessary medical documents
Thank you very much for providing me with all the necessary assistance and support at every stage: choosing a clinic and doctor, accompanying me upon arrival at the clinic and introducing me to Professor Korillos, providing the necessary translations and detailed explanations of all stages of treatment, and answering all my questions both inside and outside the clinic.
In addition to being satisfied with the level of professionalism of the medical staff, the equipment and the capabilities of the clinic, I would like to note the comprehensive assistance provided by BOOKIMED manager Anastasia and our coordinator at the clinic, Alexandra, for their support at all times: from arrival, accommodation, translations and explanations, to always being available and helping with all questions - from the necessary route to obtaining all the necessary medical documents.
I appreciated the detailed analysis and explanation of all stages of treatment, the surgery performed, and the follow-up care and recommendations.
About Bookimed service
I was completely satisfied with the experience. All coordination and support work was performed 100% professionally. I will sincerely recommend them to my friends.
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Gotenstraße 1, 42653 Solingen, Germany
updated 10/26/2026
Get a free consultation
Medical Center in Solingen
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
Average answering time – 5 minutes
How it works:
- We find a medical coordinator familiar with the matter
- You get a personal offer with a step-by-step guide and the cost estimate
- We arrange your travel including appointment scheduling and flights booking
- You arrive at the hospital, we support you 24/7