Best Doctors in Austria — TOP 73

Dr. David Kuczer is a specialist in radio-oncology with many years of experience in cancer diagnosis and treatment. He offers fast access to precise radiotherapy based on current scientific standards.

He is a member of the Cancer Center at the Vienna Private Clinic. He presents each patient to the in-house tumor board. This allows an interdisciplinary discussion by an internationally renowned team and helps select the best treatment.

All radiation treatments are provided in close cooperation with Amethyst Radiotherapy at the Vienna Private Clinic.

Dr. Fritz Leutmezer is a neurologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Leutmezer holds an Associate Professorship at the Medical University of Vienna. He significantly helped shape modern European and Austrian MS treatment guidelines.

• Served as principal investigator for numerous international clinical trials on multiple sclerosis.
• Published widely in peer-reviewed journals on multiple sclerosis and epilepsy management.
• Practices at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek.
• Maintains a teaching and research position at the Medical University of Vienna.

Dr. Christoph Zielinski is a prominent oncologist and Chairman of the Vienna Cancer Center. He serves as Medical Director of the International Oncology Center at Wiener Privatklinik. Dr. Zielinski specializes in immunotherapy and hematology. He has published over 600 scientific papers on individualized cancer treatment. Dr. Zielinski works at Wiener Privatklinik, a hospital ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

• Certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology and ASCO.
• Former President of the Central European Cooperative Oncology Group.
• Specializes in personalized therapies for breast, lung, and pancreatic cancers.
• Founded the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna to integrate research and care.

Dr. Georg Shatzl is a senior urologist and surgeon at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He is an Associate Professor at the Medical University of Vienna. Dr. Shatzl focuses on urologic oncology, reconstructive surgery, and andrology. He treats prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers using laparoscopic and surgical techniques.

• Specializes in complex urologic oncology and male reproductive surgeries.
• Treats erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and urolithiasis.
• Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on urologic cancer therapy.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Harald Rosen is a leading consultant at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in gastroenterology, internal medicine, and endoscopic surgery. Dr. Rosen focuses on treating complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary diseases. He completed his medical education at the University of Vienna. He later achieved specialization in interventional endoscopy. His work bridges the gap between internal medicine and invasive surgery.

• Performs therapeutic endoscopy including colon polyp removal and biliary interventions.
• Treats gastrointestinal cancers using advanced endoscopic resection techniques.
• Member of the European Society of Surgery.
• Performs hiatal hernia repairs and gallbladder resections at a Newsweek-ranked hospital.

Dr. Wolfgang Gstoettner is an ENT specialist at Wiener Privatklinik and a pioneer in cochlear implantation. He launched one of Europe’s largest hearing implant programs at the Medical University of Vienna. Dr. Gstoettner focuses on hearing restoration, skull base surgery, and neurotology. He is a member of the Politzer Society, a prestigious global ear surgery organization.

• Expert in complex procedures like cochlear implant placement and tympanoplasty.
• Treats hearing loss, nasal polyps, adenoids, and deviated septums.
• Developed innovative techniques for facial nerve reconstruction and ear surgery.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. med. David Weidenauer is a Vienna-based specialist in internal medicine and cardiology. He studied medicine from 2007 to 2013. He completed specialist training in internal medicine and a subspecialty in cardiology.

He focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. His areas include arrhythmias, hypertension, cardiomyopathies, coronary artery disease, and heart failure. He is experienced in echocardiography, Holter monitoring, and stress testing. He provides guideline-based therapies and offers preventive, patient-centered care at Wiener Privatklinik and associated centers.

Dr. Christoph Neumayer is the Head of Vascular Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He is an expert in treating arterial, venous, and aortic diseases. Dr. Neumayer serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik. He has performed thousands of procedures over several decades. He specializes in minimally invasive stent grafting and complex aortic repair.

• Expert in carotid surgery and arterial reconstructions.
• Developed hybrid vascular surgery techniques used internationally.
• Performs endovascular aneurysm repairs (EVAR and TEVAR).
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Stefan Pieh is a leading Austrian ophthalmologist at Wiener Privatklinik. He specializes in cataract surgery and laser vision correction. Dr. Pieh leads the Eye Refractive Surgery Center in Vienna. He has performed thousands of procedures for myopia and hyperopia. He also teaches at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Honorary member of the ESCRS and the ASCRS.
• Expert in LASIK, corneal transplantation, and lens-based correction.
• Uses excimer lasers and implantable lenses for vision restoration.
• Works at a clinic ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Robert Schmidhammer is an Associate Professor of Trauma Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in microsurgery and peripheral nerve reconstruction. The doctor treats complex nerve damage and severe hand injuries at Wiener Privatklinik. His work focuses on restoring limb function through microvascular tissue transfer.

• Leads the Laboratory for Nerve Regeneration and Tissue Engineering.
• Member of the American Society for Peripheral Nerve Damage.
• Developed new surgical approaches for functional limb reconstruction.
• Consultant surgeon at Vienna General Hospital, one of Europe’s largest medical centers.

Dr. Christoph W. Kopp is an Austrian cardiologist and angiologist with over 20 years of experience in interventional medicine. He has performed vascular interventions since 2001 and interventional cardiology since 2007. He has worked at Wiener Privatklinik since 2004, where he diagnoses and treats cardiovascular diseases.

He combines clinical work with research. He has contributed to international studies and publications and has introduced modern catheter‑based techniques. His expertise includes cardiology, angiology, and preventive medicine.

DDr. Alexander Hermann, MPH, MBA, EDIC, is a Vienna-based physician specializing in internal medicine and intensive care. He graduated from the Medical University of Vienna in 2012. He later earned a Dr. scient. med. and completed MPH and MBA degrees.

Since 2018, he has served as a consultant at the intensive care unit of the Medical University of Vienna. In 2021, he completed his specialization in intensive care medicine. His work covers internal medicine, cardiology, and critical care. He focuses on prevention and comprehensive patient care. He is affiliated with Wiener Privatklinik and runs a private practice.

Dr. Werner Millesi is a reconstructive surgeon at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in jaw reconstruction, facial nerve surgery, and orthognathic procedures. Dr. Millesi previously served as Head of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Vienna General Hospital.

• Specializes in mandibular osteotomy, jaw implants, and microvascular tissue transfer.
• Introduced methods for temporomandibular joint reconstruction and facial nerve repair.
• Member of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, a facility included in Newsweek’s world’s best hospitals list.

Dr. Camel Kopty is a consultant and attending physician at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in internal medicine and oncology with a focus on systemic therapies. Dr. Kopty treats complex solid tumors and blood cancers. He completed his medical training at the Medical University of Vienna. His practice integrates targeted therapy and immunotherapy for hematologic malignancies.

• Specializes in chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy protocols.
• Treats gastrointestinal conditions including pancreatitis, cirrhosis, and ulcerative colitis.
• Performs surgical procedures such as stomach resection and gallbladder removal.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Birgit Knerer-Schally is a University Professor at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. She is a specialist in otorhinolaryngology and facial plastic surgery. Dr. Knerer-Schally balances nasal function with cosmetic refinement. She trained at the University of Vienna and top Viennese hospitals. Wiener Privatklinik is ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

• Specializes in rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and ear reconstruction.
• Treats complex conditions like nasal polyps and deviated septums.
• Member of the European Laryngological Society and the Austrian ENT Society.
• Performs functional endoscopic sinus surgery and aesthetic facial corrections.

Dr. Anton Luger is a prominent endocrinologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He served as the Head of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the Medical University of Vienna. Dr. Luger specializes in diabetes management and pituitary disorders. He is a senior consultant at a hospital ranked among the world’s best by Newsweek.

• Expert in treating thyroid diseases, obesity, and neuroendocrine tumors.
• Member of the Endocrine Society and the European Union of Medical Specialists.
• Contributes to international clinical trials for modern hormonal therapies.
• Practices at a clinic holding ISO certification for quality and safety.

Dr. Alexander M. Rokitansky is a pediatric and adolescent surgeon and a pioneer of minimally invasive correction of pectus excavatum. He oversaw the creation of the pediatric surgery department at University Hospital Vienna from 1992 to 1994. He then led Pediatric and Adolescent Surgery at Klinik Donaustadt for 27 years, from 1994 to 2021. He chaired the Society for Pediatric Surgery and Intensive Care. He also led the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute of Pediatric Surgery and served as President of the Austrian Pediatric Surgery Society.

He earned his doctorate at the University of Vienna in 1982. He has been Professor of Pediatric and Adolescent Surgery at SFU Vienna since 2017. He has been Chief Surgeon at Vienna Private Clinic since 2021. Honors include an honorary doctorate from Carol Davila University (2012), honorary membership of the Austrian Society of Pediatric Surgery (2023), and the Golden Badge of Honor of the City of Vienna (2023).

Prof. Dr. med. univ. Wilfried Lang is an Austrian neurologist. Since 2002, he has led the Department of Neurology, Neurological Rehabilitation, and Acute Geriatrics at the Hospital of the Brothers of Mercy in Vienna. His clinical and research work focuses on stroke prevention, acute treatment, and rehabilitation.

He studied medicine at the University of Ulm from 1977 to 1983. He then completed specialist training in neurology and psychiatry in Vienna. His early research examined motor function and memory in the cerebral cortex.

He helped to establish Austria’s stroke registry. He has held leadership roles in the Austrian Stroke Society. He is also Professor of Neurology at Sigmund Freud Private University in Vienna.

Dr. Michael Matzner is an orthopedic surgeon based in Vienna. He has over 20 years of experience. He has been a certified specialist since 2001. He trained at the University Orthopedic Clinic of the Vienna General Hospital.

His expertise includes orthopedic and spine surgery, minimally invasive joint replacement, arthroscopy, treatment of osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, disc surgery, and fracture care. He practices at the Ordinationszentrum of Wiener Privatklinik. He provides musculoskeletal care with advanced surgical techniques and individualized plans. His focus is to restore mobility and improve quality of life.

OA Dr. Mark Schurz is a trauma surgeon and sports traumatologist based in Vienna. He has more than 20 years of experience. Since 2002, he has focused on trauma surgery, arthroscopy, and sports injury care.

At Wiener Privatklinik (Ordinationszentrum), he uses minimally invasive techniques and prioritizes joint preservation. He also manages rehabilitation after accidents and sports injuries. He is known for modern sports medicine and personalized care. His approach combines precise surgery with structured rehabilitation.