Florian Fitzal

Prof. Dr. Florian Fitzal is the Head of Breast Reconstruction at Hanusch Hospital in Vienna. He has authored four books on breast cancer surgery and published over 140 scientific works. The doctor holds a University Professorship at the Medical University of Vienna and maintains a private practice in Vienna's 18th district.

Specialization and Surgical Focus

Dr. Fitzal treats breast cancer and performs oncological surgery. He utilizes breast-conserving techniques and complex oncoplasty to maintain or restore aesthetic form. These methods help patients preserve natural tissue while ensuring tumor removal. The surgeon also performs mastectomies and immediate or delayed breast reconstruction.

The doctor treats long-term cancer needs, including anti-hormone therapy and palliative support. He also performs general abdominal procedures. Dr. Fitzal regularly operates on umbilical hernias, inguinal hernias, and the gallbladder. He also provides follow-up care for surgical patients.

Professional Experience

• Since 2024 – Head of Breast Reconstruction – Hanusch Hospital, Vienna
• 2016–2023 – Senior Consultant for Breast Surgery – Medical University of Vienna
• 2016–2023 – Deputy Head of the BGZ Comprehensive Cancer Center – Medical University of Vienna
• 2014–2016 – Head of the Certified Breast Center – Sisters of Mercy Hospital, Linz
• 2009–2014 – Senior Consultant and Associate Professor – University Clinic of Surgery, Vienna
• 2008–2009 – Senior Consultant – Department of Surgery, Floridsdorf Hospital, Vienna
• 2006–2008 – Consultant – University Clinic of Surgery, Vienna
• 2006 – Senior Consultant – Department of General Surgery, Mistelbach, Lower Austria

Education and Academic Qualifications

• 1998 – Doctor of Medicine – Medical University of Vienna
• 2006 – Board Certification in General Surgery – Austrian Society of Surgery
• 2006 – Habilitation and University Lecturer – Medical University of Vienna
• 2009 – Board Certification in Visceral Surgery – Austrian Society of Surgery
• 2009 – Fellow of the European Board of Surgery (F.E.B.S.) in Oncological Surgery
• 2016 – Sworn and Court-Certified Expert Witness – Vienna Regional Court for Civil Matters
• 2017 – Master of Public Health (MBA) – Vienna University of Economics and Business
• 2021 – University Professor – Appointed by the Federal President of Austria

Research and Publications

Prof. Dr. Fitzal conducts research at the Medical University of Vienna. He has published over 143 scientific papers in international medical journals. The doctor leads a breast surgery working group to improve surgical techniques. This group focuses on refining oncoplasty and reconstructive methods for cancer patients.

Memberships and Societies

• European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO)
• Austrian Breast and Colorectal Cancer Study Group (ABCSG)
• Austrian Society for Surgical Oncology (ASSO)
• Austrian Association of Surgeons
• Austrian Society for Senology