Doctors in Vienna, Austria — Page 4

Dr. Josef Grohs is a specialist orthopedic surgeon at Döbling Private Hospital in Vienna. He is the current Chair of AO-Spine Austria and focuses on spine surgery. Dr. Grohs once served as President of the Austrian Spine Society. He earned his medical degree and habilitation from the Medical University of Vienna.

• Served as Deputy Chief of the Spine Unit at the Medical University of Vienna.
• Holds specialized diplomas in clinical investigation and manual medicine.
• Performed orthopedic surgeries during international missions in Ghana and Kenya.
• Maintains membership in the Spine Society of Europe.

Dr. Michael Georgopoulos is a Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in surgical treatment for diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous body. Dr. Georgopoulos treats patients at Döbling Private Hospital. This clinic holds ISO certification for quality and safety standards.

• Performs combined anterior and posterior surgeries.
• Treats retinal detachment, macular openings, and vitreous hemorrhages.
• Uses high-resolution optical coherence tomography for precise diagnostics.
• Researched additive VEGF therapy and seamless transconjunctival vitrectomy.

Dr. Martin Zehetmayer is an eye surgery specialist and University Professor at Döbling Private Hospital in Vienna. He heads the outpatient clinic for eye tumors and was formerly Head of the Eye Clinic. Dr. Zehetmayer has authored over 100 scientific papers on ophthalmic oncology and cataract surgery. He focuses on radiation therapy for choroid tumors and modern intraocular lens implants.

• Expert in stereotactic radiation therapy using Gamma Knife and LINAC technologies.
• Former President of the Vienna Ophthalmological Society.
• Served as Secretary of the Austrian Ophthalmological Society.
• Practices at Döbling Private Hospital, an ISO-certified facility in Austria.

Dr. Arnulf Ferlitsch heads the Internal Medicine department at the Hospital of the Barmherzigen Brüder Vienna. He is a specialist in gastroenterology, hepatology, and intensive care medicine. He trained at prestigious US institutions, including UCLA and the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Ferlitsch established the hepatic hemodynamics laboratory at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Specializes in treating cirrhosis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis.
• Winner of multiple Best Abstract Awards at United European Gastroenterology Week.
• Performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and interventional endoscopy procedures.
• Practices at the ISO-accredited Döbling Private Hospital in Vienna.

Dr. Klaus Kaczirek is a senior surgeon at the University Clinic for Surgery in Vienna. He specializes in hepatobiliopancreatic and oncological visceral surgery. Dr. Kaczirek focus on complex treatments for the liver, pancreas, and endocrine system. He is a private lecturer at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Leads the liver, gall, and pancreas working group for the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology.
• Certified specialist in both general surgery and visceral surgery.
• Acts as a reviewer for major journals like the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
• Member of the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons and the European Society of Surgical Oncology.

Dr. Martin Zehetmayer is the Head of the Eye Clinic at Vienna General Hospital. He specializes in ophthalmic oncology and stereotactic radiation therapy for malignant eye tumors. Dr. Zehetmayer is a university professor who treats complex cases like choroid melanoma. He works at the ISO-accredited Vienna General Hospital, one of Europe's largest university clinics.

• Contributor to over 100 scientific papers on eye tumors and cataract surgery.
• Expert in Gamma Knife and LINAC radiation therapy for malignant choroid tumors.
• Former President of the Vienna Ophthalmological Society.
• Served as the Secretary of the Austrian Ophthalmological Society.

Dr. Marek Ehrlich is a cardiac surgeon at Vienna General Hospital (AKH). He has managed the hospital’s aneurysm program since 2010. Dr. Ehrlich specializes in aortic valve replacement and complex cardiac surgery. He completed international training at Stanford, Mount Sinai, and Houston.

• Published over 100 scientific articles focusing on aneurysm surgical techniques.
• Performs coronary artery bypass grafting and open-heart surgery.
• Expert in neuroprotection and endovascular treatment for aortic dissections.
• Winner of international awards in Germany, England, and Japan.

Dr. Wolfgang Gstoettner is the head of the ENT University Hospital at Vienna General Hospital. He specializes in head and neck surgery and hearing restoration. Dr. Gstoettner performed Austria’s first laser partial larynx resection. He also carried out the country's first active middle ear and brain stem implantations.

• Published over 200 scientific papers on ENT surgery and research.
• Served as the President of the Austrian Society of Otorhinolaryngology.
• Former Executive Director of the ENT clinic in Frankfurt.
• Member of the Politzer Society and the Higher Medical Council.

Dr. Michael Georgopoulos is a Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in surgical treatment for diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous body. Dr. Georgopoulos is an expert in managing complex conditions like retinal detachment and vitreomacular traction syndrome. He works at Vienna General Hospital (AKH), one of Europe's most innovative medical facilities.

• Performs combined operations, including simultaneous cataract and retinal surgery.
• Uses high-resolution three-dimensional optical coherence tomography for pre- and postoperative care.
• Researches clinical applications for seamless 23-dimensional transconjunctival vitrectomy.
• Treats specific vitreous disorders including vitreous hemorrhage and opacification.

The doctor is a highly experienced neurologist with a focus on diagnosing and treating a wide range of neurological disorders. With over 15 years of clinical experience, the doctor has contributed to numerous research studies and has been published in several prestigious medical journals. The doctor has been recognized for innovative approaches in patient care and has received multiple awards for excellence in neurology. Additionally, the doctor is board-certified and actively participates in continuing medical education to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field.

Dr. Christian Kainz is the Medical Director of Döbling Private Hospital in Vienna. He specializes in laparoscopic pelvic surgery, mammology, and oncological gynecology. Dr. Kainz heads the Department of Cervical Pathology at the University Gynecological Clinic in Vienna.

• Acts as Head of the Department of Maternity Care at Döbling Private Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including cervical cancer, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.
• Performs breast biopsies, cystoscopies, and specialized pelvic organ operations.
• Served as deputy chief physician at the University Women's Clinic in Vienna.

Dr. Thomas Bachleitner-Hofmann is a visceral surgeon at Confraternitaet Private Hospital in Vienna. He served as a Research Fellow at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Dr. Bachleitner-Hofmann specializes in surgeries for the large intestine, peritoneal, and breast cancer. He performs complex procedures like HIPEC after cytoreductive surgery.

• Completed training in minimally invasive colorectal surgery and vascular diseases in Switzerland and Austria.
• Winner of the Theodor Billroth Prize and the Heinrich Treichl Prize for humanitarian achievements.
• Maintains membership in the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the European Society of Coloproctology.
• Expert in large bowel resection and cytoreductive surgery for peritoneal surface malignancies.

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