Dr. Rupert Menapace is a pioneering ophthalmologist at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in intraocular lens implantation and surgical cataract treatment. Dr. Menapace is a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna. He has authored hundreds of scientific papers on eye surgery optimization.

• Refined phacoemulsification techniques to improve cataract surgery safety.
• Treats complex conditions including glaucoma, strabismus, and keratoconus.
• Performs laser eye procedures like LASIK and LASEK.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the world's best hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Peter Bock is an Associate Professor of Trauma Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He is a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik and Vienna General Hospital. Dr. Bock specializes in shoulder stabilization, sports injuries, and reconstructive joint surgery. He focuses on restoring mobility through arthroscopic and prosthetic procedures.

• Performs ACL reconstructions and complex fracture management.
• Treats orthopedic conditions like Hallux Valgus and ankle osteoarthritis.
• Research fellow focused on biomechanical improvements for shoulder injuries.
• Member of multiple international trauma and orthopedic societies.

Dr. Hossein Taghizadeh is a highly regarded Austrian specialist in internal medicine, hematology, and medical oncology, known for his compassionate approach and commitment to personalized cancer care. With extensive experience in treating solid tumors and blood cancers, he represents a new generation of oncologists who integrate scientific progress with empathy and precision.

He studied medicine at the Medical University of Vienna, graduating in 2016, and began his residency in internal medicine and oncology shortly thereafter. His academic and clinical training at leading Austrian cancer centers equipped him with deep expertise in systemic cancer therapy, hematologic diseases, and palliative medicine.

2010–2016 – Studied medicine at the Medical University of Vienna.

2018 – Began residency in internal medicine and medical oncology, focusing on individualized treatment strategies.

2020s – Specialized in solid tumors, hematologic malignancies, and targeted therapy, contributing to multidisciplinary oncology care.

Today – Practices as an oncologist at Oncodoc and Wiener Privatklinik, providing diagnostics, systemic treatment, and follow-up for patients with gastrointestinal, urogenital, and hematologic cancers.

Dr. Taghizadeh’s clinical interests include gastrointestinal tumors, pancreatic and biliary cancers, genitourinary malignancies, and hematologic neoplasms. He works with advanced diagnostic tools and modern systemic therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.

Known for his calm professionalism, integrity, and patient-centered communication, Dr. Taghizadeh places great emphasis on evidence-based medicine and emotional support throughout the treatment journey. His work reflects a modern, holistic approach to oncology — one that values both medical excellence and the human experience behind every diagnosis.

Dr. Christiane Thallinger is an Austrian dermatologist and venereologist. She focuses on skin cancer and oncologic dermatology. She began her medical career in 1999. She completed dermatology training at the Medical University of Vienna. She later served as a senior physician in its Department of Dermatology.

Her expertise includes diagnosis and treatment of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. She performs dermatosurgery, cryotherapy, and photodynamic therapy. She also manages skin side effects caused by cancer treatment.

She is active in patient care and academic research. She is recognized for her patient-centered approach and for advancing dermatologic oncology in Austria.

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Gerhard Prager is one of the world’s leading obesity surgeons and a former World President of the IFSO. With more than 9,900 procedures performed and over 435 scientific publications, he ranks among the international leaders in bariatric and metabolic surgery. He graduated from the University of Vienna and trained at the Medical University of Vienna, focusing on minimally invasive and laparoscopic techniques.

He serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik, performing advanced procedures for obesity, reflux disease, hernias, and gastrointestinal cancers. His academic contributions include extensive research on metabolic regulation and bariatric surgery outcomes, and he has been a keynote speaker at international conferences.

Prof. Dr. Emeka Nkenke is an Austrian oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He holds both medical and dental degrees and a doctorate in theoretical medicine. He is Professor and Head of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He is also a consultant at Wiener Privatklinik.

He previously served as a full professor at the University of Erlangen-Nürnberg and as Head of Department at Halle University. He is internationally recognized for virtual surgical planning and patient-specific implants. His expertise also includes orthognathic surgery, craniofacial reconstruction, cleft lip and palate surgery, microvascular jaw reconstruction, distraction osteogenesis, and guided dental implant surgery. He is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery and serves on the editorial boards of other journals.

Dr. Klaus Kaczirek is an endocrine and oncologic surgeon at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in surgeries for the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands. Dr. Kaczirek is a member of the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons. He focuses on treating neuroendocrine tumors and hormone-producing cancers using laparoscopic techniques.

• Former Deputy Head of General Surgery at Vienna General Hospital (AKH).
• Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna.
• Treats complex conditions including liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, and adrenal tumors.
• Performs specialized procedures like liver resection and distal pancreatectomy.

Dr. Sebastian F. Schoppmann is a leading expert in esophageal and gastric cancer surgery at Wiener Privatklinik. As Head of the Upper GI Surgery Unit at the Medical University of Vienna, he specializes in robotic techniques. Dr. Schoppmann is internationally recognized for modernizing surgical oncology and improving patient outcomes across Europe.

• Specializes in minimally invasive esophagectomy, gastroectomy, and anti-reflux surgery.
• Treats complex oncologic conditions including adenocarcinoma and Barrett's esophagus.
• Member of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology.
• Consultant at Wiener Privatklinik, a facility ranked among the World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Philipp Riss is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland surgery. Dr. Riss performs minimally invasive procedures at Wiener Privatklinik and Vienna General Hospital. He focuses on endocrine oncology and precision surgical therapy.

• Member of the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons.
• Expert in surgical treatment for thyroid cancer and hyperparathyroidism.
• Published researcher in endocrine tumor biology and postoperative outcomes.
• Practices at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Stefan Sacu is a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik and a Professor at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in retinal diseases, cataract surgery, and vitreoretinal disorders. Dr. Sacu developed imaging techniques that are now benchmarks in ophthalmic diagnostics. He treats complex conditions like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

• Performs complex procedures including vitrectomy, macular hole repair, and retinal detachment surgery.
• Authored numerous scientific publications on retinal imaging and intraocular surgery.
• Contributes to international guidelines for modern retinal care.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Martin Schindl is the Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery, liver transplantation, and oncologic abdominal oncology. Dr. Schindl serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik. He performs complex multivisceral resections and liver cancer operations. His research focus includes liver regeneration and surgical oncology outcomes.

• Senior member of the Transplant Surgery Division at Vienna General Hospital.
• Treats complex abdominal tumors, liver failure, and biliary tract diseases.
• Performs pancreatic cancer surgery, esophagectomy, and gallbladder resection.
• Widely published in international journals regarding ischemia-reperfusion injury.

A. o. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Tamara Kopp is an Austrian dermatologist and venereologist. She focuses on aesthetic dermatology. She studied medicine in Vienna and completed her dermatology training there. She later held a senior role at the Dermatology Clinic.

Her work covers medical and aesthetic dermatology. She treats psoriasis, neurodermatitis, alopecia, and skin cancer. She performs dermatosurgery, including removal of moles and other skin lesions. She offers laser treatments, injectables such as botulinum toxin (Botox) and fillers, chemical peels, microneedling, and PRP/plasma. She also provides skin cancer screening with dermoscopy.

Dr. Florian Fitzal heads Breast Reconstruction at Hanusch Hospital in Vienna. He is a University Professor at the Medical University of Vienna. Dr. Fitzal authored four books and published over 140 scientific papers. He focuses on breast-conserving surgery, oncoplasty, and reconstruction.

• Fellow of the European Board of Surgery in Oncological Surgery.
• Former Head of Breast Surgery at Vienna General Hospital and Linz Breast Center.
• Performs complex mastectomy and anti-hormone therapy for breast cancer.
• Treats general abdominal conditions including hernia and gallbladder issues.

Dr. Emanuel Sporn is a consultant surgeon at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in joint reconstruction, sports injuries, and spinal surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Vienna. Dr. Sporn focuses on minimally invasive techniques for hip, knee, and shoulder treatments. He works at an ISO-certified hospital recognized by Newsweek as a top medical center.

• Performs complex joint replacements and revision surgeries.
• Treats degenerative joint disease and acute fractures.
• Specializes in hernia repairs and liver resections.
• Integrates postoperative rehabilitation into his surgical treatment plans.

Dr. Manfred Muehlbauer is a leading spine neurosurgeon at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He specializes in microsurgical brain and spine treatments, nerve decompression, and neurotraumatology. Dr. Muehlbauer trained at Vienna General Hospital (AKH), one of Europe’s largest medical centers. He focuses on restoring neurological function through precise, minimally invasive interventions.

• Performs complex spine reconstructions, tumor removals, and discectomies.
• Treats conditions including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis.
• Integrated microsurgical decompression and spinal fusion techniques into his practice.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Martin Clodi is a Professor of Internal Medicine and Endocrinology at Wiener Privatklinik. He is a primary figure in metabolic medicine in Austria. Dr. Clodi specializes in diabetes management, thyroid disorders, and hormonal diseases. He completed his medical training and specialization at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Expert in metabolic syndromes, obesity treatment, and insulin resistance.
• Authored numerous scientific publications on endocrine regulation and diabetes.
• Contributes to national and international clinical research collaborations.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Johannes Grisar is a rheumatologist and Professor at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in treating complex autoimmune disorders and inflammatory joint diseases. Dr. Grisar currently serves as a senior consultant at Wiener Privatklinik in Austria. He provides advanced diagnostics for chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

• Expert in managing scleroderma, vasculitis, and connective tissue diseases.
• Researches immune cell activation and new therapeutic targets for autoimmune disorders.
• Published extensively in international journals on chronic rheumatic conditions.
• Works at Wiener Privatklinik, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

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.

Dr. Walter Klepetko is a thoracic surgeon at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna. He heads the Department of Thoracic Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He performed one of Austria’s first lung transplants. Dr. Klepetko is a pioneer in thoracic oncology and complex transplantation medicine.

• Founded the Vienna Lung Transplant Program, performing over 100 transplants annually.
• Co-developed the surgical technique for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in transplants.
• Led the surgical team for Formula 1 legend Niki Lauda’s lung transplant.
• Specializes in lobectomy, lung segmentectomy, and thymoma treatment.

Dr. Stefan Marlovits is a specialist in traumatology and regenerative medicine at Döbling Private Hospital. He heads the Center for Cartilage and Orthobiology Regeneration in Vienna. Dr. Marlovits focuses on knee injuries, articular cartilage, and pediatric traumatology. He provides medical care for professional athletes and major sporting events.

• Board Member of the International Society for Cartilage Regeneration and Joint Preservation.
• Head of the working group for the Austrian Society for Cartilage Traumatology.
• Specializes in regenerative treatments for ligament ruptures and meniscus damage.
• Professor at Vienna Medical University and member of the Austrian Society of Traumatology.