Wolfgang Köstler
22
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Wolfgang Köstler
- Specialization: Hematologist/oncologist
- 22 years of experience
- Speaks:German, English
- Workplace: Austria, Vienna, Wiener Privatklinik
- Deputy Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology
Dr. Wolfgang Köstler is the Deputy Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in personalized immunotherapy and targeted therapies for breast and gynecologic cancers. He serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik in Austria. Dr. Köstler holds a degree in molecular biology from the Weizmann Institute of Science.
- Trained at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
- Former Head of the Oncology Department at Regional Hospital Wiener Neustadt.
- Treats complex sarcomas and urogenital tumors using individualized systemic therapy.
- Researches biomarker development and resistance mechanisms to improve treatment outcomes.
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Anonymous • CT scan of the whole body
Slovenia
Jun 2, 2026
Given how positive my experience was, I would definitely recommend this clinic to anyone needing similar care
My biggest concern was the anxiety around getting a full-body CT scan, but that worry disappeared quickly. From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel comfortable and explained every single step, which was incredibly reassuring. The clinic was clean and organized, and the medical team was both professional and genuinely kind throughout the entire process. Everything went smoothly. Given how positive my experience was, I would definitely recommend this clinic to anyone needing similar care. I'm grateful for how they handled my case with such efficiency and compassion.
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Anonymous • PET/CT
Ukraine
May 15, 2026
My experience has been entirely negative. The treatment prescribed did not follow the standard protocol for this condition. Under this treatment, the condition only worsened. I was given information about the most effective treatment currently used worldwide. I never received the doctor’s conclusion following the consultation, even though I asked for it several times. And on top of everything else, judging by the result, it wasn’t worth €500. A treatment that doesn’t work, with no documentation whatsoever. Just a conversation with a professor to whom you have to ask a thousand questions and figure out the treatment options for your condition yourself, because he offers nothing and explains nothing.
Speed of service delivery
The treatment recommended by the professor at the Austrian clinic was completely at odds with standard treatment protocols
I never received the discharge summary, even though I had asked for it several times
Tetyana • Metastases in the liver
Ukraine
Apr 19, 2026
Anonymous • Male Check-up
Poland
Apr 3, 2026
I’m glad I chose to come here
It was the right decision. Right from the start, I felt that they were looking after me, from the organisation of the trip right through to the clinic itself. The staff were incredibly attentive and supportive every step of the way. Special thanks to the doctor, who explained everything very patiently and clearly, dispelling any doubts I had. The clinic is clean and modern. The examination itself went smoothly and without any unnecessary stress. I’m glad I chose to come here.
Very nice admin and over qualification doctor. I hope my dream will come true and I do my plastic surgery
Anonymous • Otoplasty (ear surgery)
Austria
Oct 27, 2025
It was performed by the very best doctor, Igor Pona
I had an operation on 16 October 2025. It was performed by the very best doctor, Igor Pona. The procedure was an otoplasty. I really liked the clinic where the operation took place.The clinic’s medical staff were always there for me and kept asking how I was feeling. I am also very grateful to the staff at Bookimed for arranging transport. They took me to the clinic for the operation and brought me home afterwards.I am very pleased with the results of my surgery, three months on. I am very grateful to Dr Egor Pona, and indeed to the entire staff at the Bookimed clinic.
I had an otoplasty in October 2025. It’s been three months and a week, and the results are fantastic. I am delighted with the result. I would like to thank Bookimed Clinic. I specifically asked the clinic staff for a Russian-speaking doctor; the clinic replied the very next day and informed me that they had a Russian-speaking doctor available. I was given an appointment with the doctor about a week later. The staff at Bookimed Clinic were in constant contact with me. They were incredibly supportive. They kept asking how I was getting on and how I was feeling. They told me not to worry and that everything would be fine.
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Doctor's services
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy for prostate cancer
- Immunotherapy for lung cancer
- Immunotherapy for breast cancer
- Target therapy for lung cancer
- Radiation Therapy for Sarcomas
- Hormone therapy
- Consultation with an oncologist
- Genetic screening
- PET/CT
- Colonoscopy
- Mammography
- Tumor Marker Blood Test
- MRI of one area
- Biopsy
- CT (computer tomography)
- Cancer screening
- PET-CT with Gallium 68(PSMA)
- Liver biopsy
- Breast biopsy
- Lung biopsy
- Ultrasound
- PET-CT with Gallium 68 (DOTA)
- Pancreas biopsy
- PET-CT with Gallium 68 (DOTATATE)
- Thyroid biopsy
- Oncological Check-up for Women
- Testicular Biopsy
- Immunohistochemistry
- Comprehensive diagnosis of lymphomas
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Qualifications
Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Köstler is an oncologist and the Deputy Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in breast cancer, gynecologic malignancies, and targeted cancer therapies. Additionally, he provides personalized medicine and systemic cancer treatments at Wiener Privatklinik.
Specialization and Research Focus
Dr. Köstler treats patients using individualized systemic cancer therapy, including immunotherapy and targeted drugs. He treats a wide range of conditions, such as sarcoma, urogenital tumors, and gastrointestinal cancers. His clinical approach integrates molecular oncology to overcome drug resistance. This allows him to use biomarker development to design precision oncology strategies tailored to each patient's biology.
Conditions Treated
- Breast and gynecologic cancers
- Lung and gastrointestinal malignancies
- Sarcomas (bone and soft tissue)
- Leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma — cancers that affect the blood, bone marrow, and immune system
- Liver, pancreatic, and kidney cancers
Procedures Performed
- Individualized chemotherapy and hormone therapy
- Modern immunotherapy for lung and breast cancer
- Targeted therapy for solid tumors — drugs that attack specific molecules to block cancer growth
- Radiation therapy for sarcomas
- Comprehensive cancer screenings and genetic testing
Professional Work Experience
- Senior Consultant – Wiener Privatklinik, Vienna (Current)
- Deputy Head of the Clinical Division of Oncology – Medical University of Vienna
- Head of the Oncology Department – Regional Hospital Wiener Neustadt (2014–2016)
- Cochairman of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Clinic – Comprehensive Cancer Center, Vienna (2011–2014)
- Specialist in Hematology and Oncology – Vienna General Hospital (Since 2007)
- Associate Professor in Internal Medicine – Medical University of Vienna (2005–2007)
Education and Academic Training
- Medical Degree – University of Vienna, Austria (1990s)
- Residency in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology – Medical University of Vienna
- Molecular Biology Degree – Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel
- Specialized Oncology Training – Memorial Sloan–Kettering Cancer Center, USA
- Specialized Clinical Training – Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Australia
Scientific Contributions and Recognition
Prof. Köstler contributed to early clinical trials for targeted therapies. He has published research on tumor biology and resistance mechanisms in international journals. Furthermore, he participates in European oncology networks to advance translational research. His work connects laboratory science with bedside care.
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