Best gastroenterologists in Germany: TOP 11 doctors

Prof. Pfaffenbach heads the Department of Gastroenterology at Academic Hospital Solingen, with 30+ years specializing in complex gastrointestinal conditions.

• Author of 130+ publications on gastroenterology
• Specializes in inflammatory diseases and malignant tumors
• Develops therapeutic diets as part of treatment plans
• Member of top European gastroenterology societies

Membership in societies:

Expert of scientific journals 

Close co-operation with leading surgeons

Membership of the German Medical Association 

Specialities:

Introduction of new and modern techniques in the field of oncological surgery
General and visceral surgery

Minimally invasive surgery

Gastrointestinal oncology surgery

Oncological surgery

Haemorrhoids treatment

Additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

Surgery and transplantation of the pancreas

Work Experience:

2005: Specialist in the field of surgery

2008: Appointed Senior Consultant specialising in pancreatic surgery and transplantation

2010: Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)

2013: Specialist in visceral surgery

2014: Managing Senior Physician, additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

2019: Chief Surgeon of the Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum (the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany and one of the first certified leading colorectal centres in Europe)

2021: Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Solingen

Thanks to the professor and his team, the department has been modernised by introducing modern surgical methods of treatment and especially improved methods of post-operative recovery. The Department of Surgery at the Solingen Clinic is now further expanding its focus on minimally invasive surgery in the direction of robotics. The clinic has allocated a huge budget for the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment in order to offer patients a full range of surgical methods for the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the oesophagus, lungs, stomach, liver, pancreas and intestines according to current guidelines and using the most modern technical equipment.

Professor Schenker is an active researcher and lecturer. He lectures at medical universities and organises seminars and workshops for colleagues. He cooperates closely with the Cancer Centre, the Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Centre, the Intestinal Cancer Treatment Centre and the Interregional Trauma Centre.

Dr. Krol leads a certified Obesity Treatment Center at St. Martinus-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf, combining surgical and endoscopic expertise for comprehensive digestive care.

• Chief of Gastroenterology with 20+ years of experience
• Specializes in advanced pancreatic and liver disease management
• Uses cutting-edge endoscopic techniques for precise diagnostics
• Integrates cardiology and diabetology expertise into GI treatments

1,100+ procedures performed – Dr. Rossol specializes in advanced endoscopic techniques at Nordwest Clinic.

• Fellow of the European Board of Gastroenterology
• Expert in endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and dissection (ESD)
• Trained at King's College London's Institute of Liver Studies
• Member of multiple prestigious liver and digestive disease societies
• Published in national and international medical journals

Dr. Pape has received multiple accolades and certifications for his professional excellence in Gastroenterology.

• Graduated and completed post-graduation from a renowned German university
• Specializes in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Recognized for his expertise in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions

Ranked among Germany's top gastroenterologists by Focus magazine, Dr. Claßen specializes in pediatric gastric conditions at Links der Weser Clinic.

• Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition with 40+ years of experience
• Expert in inflammatory bowel disease and functional disorders in children
• Trained at University Hospital Frankfurt for pediatric gastroenterology
• Member of European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology

Pediatric and adolescent medicine, gastroenterology, hepatology, travel medicine

Ranked among Germany's TOP 100 gastroenterologists by Focus magazine – Prof. Porschen specializes in gastrointestinal tract tumors.

• Director of Internal Medicine at Bremen-Ost Clinic since 2000
• Develops German guidelines for esophageal cancer treatment
• Recipient of the Merit Award for metastatic colorectal carcinoma research
• Trained at MD Anderson Cancer Institute

Dr. Christian Molleken holds a patent in biomarkers for hepatic fibrosis – advancing precision diagnosis and treatment in gastroenterology at PRADUS Diagnostics.

• Senior Physician in Gastroenterology and Hepatology with multiple specializations
• Member of leading German societies in digestive diseases and oncology
• Expertise spans internal medicine, hematology, oncology, and infectiology
• Focus on developing innovative diagnostic approaches for liver conditions

Head of the Center of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Essen University Hospital, specializing in pancreatic disorders.

• Specializes in the treatment of pancreatitis and related conditions
• Leads a dedicated team focused on digestive health
• Expert in managing complex pancreatic cases

Head of the Gastroenterology Center at Charité – one of Europe's leading university hospitals, specializing in complex gastrointestinal disorders.

• Leads a team of expert gastroenterologists
• Focuses on evidence-based treatment protocols
• Works at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin