Jürgen Kiwit
- Specialization: Neurosurgeon
- 35 years of experience
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- Speaks:German, English
- Workplace: Germany, Berlin, Meoclinic Hospital
- Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Meoclinic Berlin
Dr. Jürgen Kiwit heads the Neurosurgery Department at Meoclinic Berlin. He specializes in treating brain tumors, spinal pathologies, and complex blood circulation disorders. Dr. Kiwit favors minimally invasive techniques that avoid opening the skull. He completed residency training in the UK and USA. He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
- Served as the Chief Physician of Neurosurgery at Helios Berlin-Buch.
- Former Head of Neurosurgery at Heinrich Heine University Hospital Düsseldorf.
- Treats complex conditions like glioblastoma, neuroblastoma, and Arnold Chiari syndrome.
- Conducts scientific research on glioma therapy and complicated brain aneurysm surgeries.
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Prof. Jürgen Kiwit is a neurosurgeon who leads the Neurosurgery Department at Meoclinic Berlin. He specializes in treating brain tumors, spinal pathologies, and blood circulation disorders. He treats neuro-oncology cases and pediatric neurosurgery patients.
Specialization and Surgical Approach
Prof. Kiwit treats a variety of severe conditions. His focus includes spinal cord tumors, paraplegia, and brain cancer. He also treats patients with Arnold Chiari syndrome and neuroblastoma. Additionally, he treats complex brain tumor pathologies like glioblastoma and medulloblastoma.
The Professor prioritizes minimally invasive techniques during his procedures. He performs sparing surgeries without opening the skull when the medical case allows. This method reduces recovery time and physical trauma for the patient. He also integrates specialized anti-pain therapy into his treatment plans.
Work Experience
- 1992–1993 – Second Senior Doctor at Heinrich Heine University Hospital, Düsseldorf.
- 1994–1998 – Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Heinrich Heine University Hospital.
- Since 1998 – Chief Physician in Neurosurgery at Helios Berlin-Buch.
- Since 2005 – Head of the Spinal Cord Disorders Department for Helios Hospitals Group.
- 2007–2018 – Vice President at Helios Berlin-Buch.
- Since 2018 – Practicing Neurosurgeon at Meoclinic Berlin.
Education and International Training
- 1980–1981 – Clinical training at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UK.
- 1980–1981 – Advanced training at Middlesex Hospital, USA.
- 1983 – Graduated from the University of Dusseldorf.
Research and Scientific Focus
The Professor researches glioma therapy and complicated brain aneurysm surgeries. His work also covers differentiated therapy for brain injuries. He explores treatments for diverse nervous system dysfunctions. These efforts contribute to patient outcomes in complex neurological cases.
Professional Memberships
- German Society of Neurosurgery
- German Society for Neuropathy and Neuroanatomy
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Mayo College Alumni Association
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