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Christoph Zielinski
4.6
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Christoph Zielinski

  • Specialization: Clinical oncologist
  • accreditations:
  • Speaks:
    German, English, French
  • Workplace: Austria, Vienna, Wiener Privatklinik

  • One of the best cancer specialists in Europe, educator, and cancer researcher, President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group (CECOG).
    Has published over 600 scientific papers on cancer treatment.

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4.6
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Anonymous • Online Consultation with Oncologist
Romania
Mar 28, 2024
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I had a terrible experience. Dr. Zielinski was dismissive and rushed me, he hasn't answered my questions and he asked me for more tests in order to speak about treatment plans when I was told previously that I didn't need any tests in order to proceed with the consultation and receive a treatment plan. He didn't bother to explain the disease or treatment options. I was looking forward to speak to him and I put so much hope. I needed someone to explain and guide me. I was left with such a bed feeling after the consultation. No empathy and no professionalism. Bookimed apologise but they said that they can't do anything because I paid directly the clinic, even if they are the intermediary they don't take responsibility, so be very careful when booking any services. I wasted 400 euros for 10 minutes that I was trying to make a few questions in order to get some value for the money but the only thing I got was disappointment, frustration, stress and time waste for arguing. I asked for at least to have some questions asked in writing so I could get something back for my money, but they refused, and they said that the consultation was compleated. In the first place, they said that I had a second consultation for free because it wasn't compleated, and then they said it was a mistake and the consultation was compleated. Please be careful where you spend your money and put your hopes because they don't care about taking advantage of ill people in order to make money. Probably are not all the same but my experience was awful and I am very disappointed. Some become doctors because they want to help people and others have no feelings or empathy. I hope this helps whoever is reading and I hope you find a better option than I did with a doctor that cares and will help you. God bless.
Nataliya Nechytaylo • Consultation with an oncologist
Austria
Oct 1, 2019
Verified review.
Preparation for surgery, operation itself and post-surgery care were performed with utmost care and professionalism
The medical team was very professional,available at a short notice, explaining the options, and ready to answer any questions. All necessary medical tests have been done quickly. The preparation for surgery, operation itself and post-surgery care were performed with utmost care and professionalism, overall hospital environment was calming, which helped to reduce the stress associated with surgery and diagnosis. It would be good to have an accurate estimate of costs in advance to make an informed decision.
About Bookimed service
So far I am very satisfied with the support from Bookimed: they have contacted upon request within 24 hours, proposed travel assistance, different options of facilities/doctors for diagnosis, guided through the medical assessment process, made schedules of visits/tests/surgery at the shortest possible time, provided translation of medical documentation, have been accompanying to the visits/tests on spot at the clinic and helped with formalities/German language. Additionally, after the actual estimate of surgery costs have been higher compared to initial estimation, Bookimed was looking for ways to find the savings and negotiate the price. It was very helpful to keep in touch with Bookimed staff almost on a daily basis, with two of them: a remote manager and on-site representative, who co-ordinated well with each other. I would have a small suggestion: to provide a little bit more detail on the schedule of tests/hospital admission and needed preparation.
Dina Bayomie • Consultation with an oncologist
Austria
Nov 21, 2022
Verified review.
Надежда • Uterine cancer
Hungary
Jul 20, 2021
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Дана • Rectal cancer
Russian Federation
Mar 24, 2020
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Certifications & accreditations

European Society for Medical Oncology
American Society for Clinical Oncology
American Association for Cancer Research

Qualifications

Dr. Zielinski is a famous breast oncologist, educator, and cancer researcher from Austria. He is one of the best pancreatic and  lung cancer specialists in Austria. President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group (CECOG).

Specialty

Univ. Prof. Dr. Christoph C. Zielinski is an expert in internal medicine and medical oncology

Work experience

  • Since 2004 – Head of the Department of Medicine I, Clinical Division of Oncology and Comprehensive Cancer Center in Vienna General Hospital
  • 2002-2004 – Chairman of the Clinical Division of Oncology of Medicine I, Clinical Division of Oncology and Comprehensive Cancer Center in Vienna General Hospital
  • Executive Consultant of Acuvax Limited, a company devoted to cancer research.
  • 1990-1992 – The Cancer Research Center at Tufts University (USA).

Education

  • 1967 – Medical University of Vienna – Degree in General Medicine
  • 1992 – Medical University of Vienna – Professor of Medical Experimental Oncology.

Awards

  • 2003 – Anton-Gindely Prize for the presidentship of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group
  • 2003 – Award by the city of Vienna for medical sciences
  • 2014 – Grand Decoration of Honour in Silver for Outstanding Services to the Republic of Austria
  • 2018 – Golden Decoration for Outstanding Services to the City of Vienna.

Scientific activity

Prof. Zielinski provides studies in cancer therapies and anticancer targeted drugs. His primary focus is on breast cancer research. Has written over 600 scientific papers.

Membership in organizations

  • The Central European Cooperative Oncology Group (CECOG) – President
  • The European Society for Medical Oncology
  • The American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
  • The Austrian Society for Hematology and Oncology
  • The European Cancer Concord – European Cancer Patient’s Bill of Rights.
  • The Austrian Society for Allergology and Immunology
  • The Viennese Patients’ Rights Advocacy Group Living with Cancer – Founder.

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