Page 3 - Treatment in Vienna (Austria)

The doctor specializes in oncology, focusing on pre-surgical assessments, cancer detection, and providing second opinions on nutrition and lifestyle in cancer care. With a background in internal medicine, the doctor completed a research internship at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and holds a doctoral dissertation from the Medical University of Vienna. The doctor served as head physician at the University Hospital of Internal Medicine I in Vienna and currently directs the Josefstadt Private Clinic. The doctor has published over 120 scientific papers and is a board member of the Austrian Society of Hematology and Oncology.

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Heinz Gisslinger is a leading hematologist and internal oncologist at the Medical University of Vienna and the Confraternität Private Clinic Josefstadt. He helped found the Laboratory for Myeloproliferative Neoplasms. He is Program Director for Myeloproliferative Neoplasms and leads clinical and translational research.

He pioneered interferon therapy for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). He first used it clinically in the 1980s and has advanced it for more than four decades. His expertise includes polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia, primary myelofibrosis, chronic myeloid leukemia, and multiple myeloma.

Dr. Klaus Novak is a neurosurgeon in Vienna with over 20 years of experience. He graduated from the University of Vienna in 1992. He became a board-certified neurosurgeon in 2001. He completed international training. This included research at Beth Israel Hospital in the United States. He introduced intraoperative motor evoked potential monitoring in Austria.

His clinical focus includes spine surgery, brain tumors, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, movement disorders, and neuromodulation. He is active in the interdisciplinary Movement Disorder Board at MedUni Vienna.

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dagmar Bancher is a senior gynecologist and obstetrician in Vienna. She has over 25 years of experience. She completed her medical studies at the University of Vienna in 1991. She qualified as a specialist in gynecology and obstetrics in 1998.

Her expertise includes high-risk pregnancy care, pediatric and adolescent gynecology, and cervical dysplasia diagnosis. She also performs gynecologic surgery, including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and myomectomy.

She holds a postgraduate degree in medical leadership. She consults in German, English, French, and Italian.

The doctor is a leading gastroenterologist and bariatric surgery specialist in Europe, with expertise in various bariatric surgeries. With over 3,000 operations for obesity treatment, the doctor has extensive experience in this field.

The doctor currently heads the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital and the Metabolic Surgery Center at Confraternitaet Private Hospital.

The doctor holds memberships in several prestigious organizations, including serving as President of the IFSO-European Chapter, and is affiliated with the Austrian Obesity Association and the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery.

The doctor is a leading expert in ophthalmology with extensive experience in advanced surgical procedures and patient care. Specializing in cataract and refractive surgery, the doctor has contributed to numerous clinical studies and publications in the field. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, the doctor has been recognized for implementing state-of-the-art techniques and technologies in ophthalmic treatments.

Accredited by several prestigious medical boards, the doctor has received multiple awards for outstanding contributions to ophthalmology. The doctor has also been actively involved in training and mentoring upcoming ophthalmologists, ensuring the highest standards of practice in the department.

The doctor specializes in cardiac surgery, with extensive experience in performing complex heart procedures. Having graduated from a prestigious medical school, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in minimally invasive cardiac techniques. The doctor is board-certified and has published numerous research papers in leading medical journals. With a focus on patient-centered care, the doctor has successfully completed over 1,000 cardiac surgeries, maintaining a high success rate and low complication rate.

The doctor specializes in obstetrics and gynecology with a focus on maternal-fetal medicine and minimally invasive surgical techniques. With over 20 years of experience, the doctor has contributed to several groundbreaking studies in prenatal care and has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. The doctor is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and has received multiple awards for excellence in patient care.

The doctor specializes in Orthopedics and Traumatology, with extensive experience in complex joint replacement surgeries and trauma care. The doctor is recognized for pioneering minimally invasive surgical techniques that significantly reduce recovery time for patients. With a career spanning over 20 years, the doctor has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals and has been a keynote speaker at international medical conferences. The doctor is also involved in teaching and mentoring upcoming orthopedic surgeons, ensuring the advancement of medical knowledge and practice in the field.

The doctor is a leading expert in gastroenterology and hepatology, currently serving as the Head of the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Medical University of Vienna. Specializing in liver and bile duct diseases, the doctor has established a research group focusing on cholestatic diseases and founded the Liver Center at the Medical University of Graz.

With a background as a Research Fellow at Yale University, the doctor has held professorial roles at the University of Graz and has been a key figure in the field since 2010. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Austrian Academy of Sciences and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.

The doctor is a neurologist at Vienna General Hospital (AKH) specializing in the treatment of multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, movement disorders, tremors, memory impairments, and stroke prevention. In addition to traditional treatments, the doctor performs acupuncture for conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia, headache, and facial nerve palsy.

The doctor has published over 60 scientific papers in neurology and authored a book on multiple sclerosis, with proceeds donated to the Vienna Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Ophthalmic surgeon

The doctor is a visceral surgeon at Confraternitaet Private Hospital, specializing in surgeries related to the large and small intestine, peritoneal, and breast cancer. The doctor completed medical education at the University of Vienna and has undergone extensive additional training in gastroenterology, vascular diseases, and minimally invasive colorectal surgery across Europe and the USA.

Research experience includes a fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Memberships include ASCO, AACR, ESC, and ABCSG. The doctor has received numerous awards, including the Heinrich Treichl Prize and the ACO-ASSO Award.

The doctor is a specialist in ophthalmology and optometry, with a focus on cataract and retinal surgery, as well as macular and retinal diseases. Clinical experience includes extensive research work in new therapies for exudative macula diseases, management of therapy refractory exudative macular degeneration, and pathogenesis of retinal vein occlusions. The doctor has been a resident at the Department of Ophthalmology, Medical University of Vienna, since 1999 and has taught ophthalmology to both nursing staff and medical students.

Research projects also cover optimizing local therapy after intravitreal injections, genetic mapping in retinal dystrophies, and establishing genetic therapies for hereditary retinal diseases in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania. The doctor is a member of the DGII and ESCRS and has received the Theodor-Koerner Science Prize.

Dr. Josef Grohs is an experienced orthopedist who specializes in spine surgery. He has over 30 years of clinical practice. He received his medical degree from the University of Vienna in 1986. He also completed advanced training in clinical examination, manual medicine, and clinical monitoring. Dr. Grohs holds a habilitation in orthopedics and has been a certified orthopedic surgeon since 1998.

He is the Chair of AO-Spine Austria and serves on the Advisory Board of the Austrian Spine Society. He was President of the society from 2009 to 2011. Dr. Grohs has performed surgeries in several countries. He is a core reviewer for the Spine Society of Europe and has published many articles in his field. His leadership and knowledge have improved orthopedic and spine care in Austria and internationally.

The doctor is a distinguished dermatologist with extensive expertise in skin diseases, focusing on skin cancer screening, dermatological surgery, and laser medicine. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of allergies, pigment disorders, acne, and psoriasis, the doctor also excels in aesthetic dermatology, including botulinum toxin and hyaluronic acid treatments.

With a career spanning roles such as Senior Physician at the University Hospital of Dermatology, AKH Vienna, and founding partner of JUVENIS, the doctor has also contributed significantly as a lecturer at Wiener Privatklinik. The doctor holds a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Vienna and completed a thesis at Harvard University.

The doctor is a specialist in vascular surgery and an award-winning cardiologist at Vienna General Hospital. Known for creating a method in Austria to dilate narrowed pulmonary vessels, the doctor leads research teams and teaches at the Medical University of Vienna. Graduating with honors under the auspices of the president, the doctor has extensive experience in cardiopulmonary medicine, vascular interventions, and hemodynamic testing. The doctor has access to advanced facilities, including a catheter laboratory and a vascular biology lab, and conducts research in pulmonary arterial hypertension, vascular biology, and myocardial regeneration.

Dr. Josef Grohs is an experienced orthopedist who specializes in spine surgery. He has over 30 years of clinical practice. Dr. Grohs earned his medical degree from the University of Vienna. He also holds diplomas in Clinical Investigation and Manual Medicine. He received his specialist diploma in Orthopaedic Surgery in 1998 and completed his habilitation in 2006.

Dr. Grohs has served as Deputy Chief of the Spine Unit at the Medical University of Vienna. He has chaired AO-Spine Austria since 2015. From 2009 to 2011, he was President of the Austrian Spine Society. Dr. Grohs has performed surgeries in several countries, including Ghana and Kenya. He is known for his work in orthopedic education and research. He is active in both European and Austrian spine societies.