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Dr. Petra Krepler is a specialist in orthopedics and orthopedic surgery. She earned her medical degree in Vienna. Dr. Krepler was the first woman to lead an orthopedic clinic team in Austria. She has over 27 years of clinical experience at Vienna General Hospital. She also served as Deputy Head of the Clinical Department of Orthopedics.

Dr. Krepler leads the Department of Spinal Surgery and the Department of Conservative Orthopedics at the Wien-Speising Center for Spinal Disease Treatment. She introduced ISO 9001-2001 quality management standards at the center. Dr. Krepler is known for her work with spinal injuries, scoliosis, and sports orthopedics.

She has published many scientific articles and organized international congresses. Dr. Krepler also lectures at leading universities. She is a member of organizations such as AAOS, SICOT, and EUROSPINE.

Prof. Dr. Rainer Kotz is a highly experienced orthopedics oncology surgeon with over 50 years of experience, having graduated from University of Vienna and obtaining a diploma in pediatric tumor orthopedics from the USA. He has been awarded numerous honors such as the gold medal from the University of Vienna, the Henry Dunant medal from Red Cross, the medal of honor from the Austrian Ministry of Health, the Erwin-Schrodinger award in 2005, and the MUVI Patron of the Year in 2007.

Dr. Johannes Grisar is an experienced rheumatologist and specialist in internal medicine. He has studied at the Main Medical University of Vienna, defended his doctoral dissertation at the Stanford School of Medicine, and served as a head physician for two departments of the Sisters of Mercy Vienna hospital. Currently, he is the head of the rheumatism clinic in the sanatorium Hera and accepting patients in his practice at the Vienna Private Clinic.

Professor Thomas Binder is a specialist in internal medicine and cardiology and has trained at several medical institutes. He is the author of many medical articles and is a member of several medical societies. He is the head of the echocardiography laboratory at the Medical University of Vienna and is actively involved in teaching and training cardiologists.

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Johannes Köstler is a board-certified specialist for Internal Medicine, Hematology/Oncology, and Intensive Care Medicine who specializes in hematology & internal oncology, intensive care medicine. He is one of the top-rated breast cancer and sarcoma oncologist specialists and has extensive experience in the field and has received degrees from the Medical University of Vienna and the Weizmann Institute of Science. He has also had special training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.

Dr. Hermann Leidolf is a specialist in trauma surgery with expertise in various medical fields including orthopedics, plastic surgery, and radiology. His services include treatment of muscle, tendon, and joint injuries, arthroscopies, and foot surgery.

Dr. Rupert Menapace is a leading ophthalmologist and professor at Vienna Medical University. He specializes in cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma treatment, and anterior segment reconstruction. He leads the University Hospital of Ophthalmology and Optometry and directs the institute for artificial lens implantation.

Expertscape.com ranks Dr. Menapace among the world’s top five cataract specialists. He pioneered minimally invasive cataract microsurgery and advanced lens implantation methods. Dr. Menapace holds a Doctor of General Medicine degree and is a diplomate of the European Association of Ophthalmologists. He has over 30 years of surgical experience and has published many scientific papers.

Dr. Christoph Neumayer is a Professor of Vascular Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in complex aortic aneurysms, chest aortic diseases, prosthetic infections, carotid artery surgery, peripheral vascular surgery, and endothoracic sympathectomy. He brings over ten years of experience, focusing on advanced surgical procedures and new treatment methods.

Dr. Neumayer has published widely in top scientific journals. He also serves as a reviewer for national and international conferences. He has received the Finland Award, the European Surgery Award, and the Science Award of the Medical Society of Lower Austria. As a visiting professor at Jagiellonian University, he has helped shape vascular surgery education in Austria and authored the national training catalog.

Dr. Florian Fitzal is a senior physician at Vienna General Hospital and Vienna Medical University. He specializes in breast and abdominal surgery. He is a certified surgeon and holds a Master of Public Health (MBA). Dr. Fitzal leads the Breast Health Center. He also serves as Scientific Director of the Surgical Center of the Breast.

He is an auditor for the European Council of Surgeons. He is also a board member of the Austrian Breast Cancer and Colorectal Cancer Research Group. Dr. Fitzal has published over 143 scientific papers and has an h-index of 24. He has written four books on breast cancer surgery. He is known for his work in breast-conserving, oncoplastic, and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Werner Millesi is an expert in oral, maxillofacial, and facial surgery. He specializes in orthognathic, tumor, reconstructive, and aesthetic facial surgery, as well as implantology. He holds a doctorate in general medicine. Dr. Millesi is also board-certified in dentistry and maxillofacial surgery.

He has worked as a senior doctor and director at leading medical centers. Dr. Millesi received the Hans Pichler Prize. He has also been named Visiting Professor and Professor of the University. He has given over 250 lectures and published more than 150 abstracts and articles. Dr. Millesi is a member of top international associations, including IAOMS and the International Academy of Oral Oncology.

Dr. Robert Schmidhammer is a leading specialist in peripheral nerve surgery, brachial plexus injuries, reconstructive surgery, and hand surgery. He holds a doctoral degree with a focus in human genetics. He is accredited by the Austrian and German Societies for Hand Surgery and the American Society for Peripheral Nerve Damage.

Dr. Schmidhammer has led research in nerve regeneration. His work explores how movement and bioabsorbable materials affect nerve repair. He has made important contributions to neurolysis, nerve transplantation, muscle transfer, and nerve tumor treatment. He is known for achieving high success rates in complex nerve injury cases.

Dr. Sebastian F. Schoppmann is an expert in general and visceral surgery. He has focused on upper gastrointestinal (GI) surgery since 2007. He leads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit (CCC-GET) at the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna. He is also an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna.

Dr. Schoppmann has published over 240 peer-reviewed articles. He serves as a consulting or associate editor for several leading surgical and oncology journals. He is the General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology. He has also held important leadership roles in surgical oncology organizations. His work has helped advance upper-GI cancer surgery.

Cardiologist, Vascular Surgeon, Angiologist

Dr. Stefan Sacu is an experienced ophthalmologist. He specializes in cataract and retinal surgery, as well as diseases of the macula and retina. Since 1999, he has worked at the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna. He has taken part in many scientific projects. His research includes new treatments for exudative macular diseases and genetic therapies for hereditary retinal conditions.

Dr. Sacu received the Theodor-Koerner Science Prize in 2003. He is an active member of the DGII and ESCRS. He is known for his clinical and academic work. Dr. Sacu teaches both nursing staff and medical students. He is dedicated to improving eye care with modern techniques and equipment.

Dr. Philipp Riss leads the Surgical Endocrinology Working Group at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in general and visceral surgery. Dr. Riss is known for his expertise in thyroid and neuroendocrine tumor surgery. He has made important contributions to the field of endocrine surgery.

Dr. Riss received the Venia Docendi Award in 2017 and the Sandoz Award for Thyroid Research in 2010. He has organized international congresses and published many scientific papers. He is a member of respected organizations, such as the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons and the International Society of Surgery.

Dr. Klaus Kaczirek is a senior physician at the University Clinic for Surgery, Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in general and visceral surgery. He is known for his skill in hepatobiliopancreatic, oncological visceral, and endocrine surgery. His main focus is on complex operations involving the liver, pancreas, gastrointestinal tract, and endocrine organs.

Dr. Kaczirek holds board certifications in both general and visceral surgery. Since 2008, he has led the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas working group at the Austrian Society for Surgical Oncology. He is a member of the Austrian Society for Surgery, the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons, and other international surgical organizations. Dr. Kaczirek also reviews articles for leading medical journals and has helped advance surgical oncology and endocrine surgery.

Dr. Gerhard Prager is a leading bariatric surgeon. He has performed over 3,000 bariatric operations using advanced techniques such as gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and biliopancreatic diversion. He serves as Chairman of the Scientific Advisory Board for Bariatric Surgery at IFSO. Dr. Prager has played a key role in shaping international standards in obesity surgery.

Dr. Prager’s practice uses a multidisciplinary approach. He works closely with endocrinologists, psychologists, nutritionists, and other specialists to provide complete patient care. He is active in research, education, and advanced surgical training. Dr. Prager has trained surgeons from more than 50 countries.

He is accredited by the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Prof. Winfried Rebhandl is a pediatric surgeon with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in abdominal and thoracic surgery, oncology, congenital malformations, neonatal surgery, and urological procedures. He is known for his skill in minimally invasive surgery. Prof. Rebhandl has performed many complex operations at Vienna General Hospital (AKH).

Dr. Rebhandl was Head of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at AKH Vienna. He is also a board member of the Austrian Society of Pediatric Surgery. He holds a Habilitation (Univ.Doz.) and was appointed professor for his scientific work. His achievements include clinical leadership, research publications, and participation in international congresses. He is committed to providing high standards of pediatric surgical care.

Dr. Christian Egarter is a highly experienced Obstetrician-gynecologist who specializes in Diagnostics, Endocrinology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Reproductive Medicine. He is head of the Department of gynecological endocrinology and reproductive medicine at the University of Vienna and the author of 270 scientific articles published in national and international journals. He is proficient in English and German.

Dr. Georg Schatzl is a urologist and andrologist. He specializes in men’s health, including erectile dysfunction, infertility, prostate diseases, and urinary tract disorders. He has performed thousands of procedures. Dr. Schatzl is known for his skill in both clinical and surgical urology.

He is an Extraordinary University Professor and a Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU). Dr. Schatzl has published nearly 100 articles in international journals. His work has an impact factor of over 521 and a high h-index. He has given more than 500 presentations at national and international conferences. He also reviews articles for leading urology journals.

Dr. Schatzl has received awards such as the Mauermayerpreis (2003) and the Pfizer Prostate Award (1998). He leads the Prostate Work Group of the Austrian Board of Urology. He also has experience in quality assurance and medical management.