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Best neurologists in Germany: TOP 7 doctors

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Ralf Buhl

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • 4000+ treatments performed
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Professor Ralf Buhl is a leading neurosurgeon specializing in complex brain and spinal conditions, with over 20+ years of experience at Medical Center in Solingen.

    • Expert in minimally invasive and computer-guided neurosurgery
    • Published 47+ scientific papers on neuropathology and brain metastasis
    • Co-founded a research fund dedicated to brain tumor studies
    • Specializes in herniated discs, cerebral palsy, and vascular anomalies
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Peter Paul Urban

  • 4.6 Excellent 129 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Germany, Hamburg, Asklepios Hospital Barmbek
  • Prof. Dr. Urban is listed among Germany's best neurologists by Focus magazine for his expertise in Parkinson's disease. He heads the Neurology Department at Asklepios Klinik Barmbek.

    • 25+ years specializing in movement and cognitive disorders
    • Recipient of multiple prestigious awards including the Richard-Jung Award
    • Active member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society
    • Leads studies on Parkinson's disease treatment and diagnostics
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Uta Meyding-Lamade

  • 4.5 Good 52 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Germany, Frankfurt am Main, Nordwest Clinic (Krankenhaus)
  • Prof. Uta Meyding-Lamade is a leading neurologist in Germany specializing in stroke, multiple sclerosis, rheumatologic diseases and neurological disorders treatment. She holds several positions such as head of Neurology Department in Nordwest Clinic and regional adviser for stroke treatment at Robert Koch Institute, and has received numerous scholarships and prizes for her work.

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Birgit Kauffmann

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  • 29 years of experience
  • Germany, Bremen, Bremen-Nord Clinic
  • Specializing in pediatric neurology, Dr. Kauffmann focuses on epilepsy, neuromuscular diseases, and headaches at Bremen-Nord Clinic.

    • Over 20 years of experience in pediatric neurology
    • Certified in EEG and epileptology
    • Research fellowship at The Ohio State University
    • Member of the Neuropathy Society and German Society for Paediatrics
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Andreas Kastrup

  • 4.3 Good 37 reviews
  • Germany, Bremen, Bremen-Mitte Clinic
  • Stanford-trained neurologist specializing in complex epilepsy cases – Dr. Kastrup integrates mental health care into neurological treatment at Bremen-Mitte Clinic.

    • 20+ years of experience in neurology
    • Expert in medication-resistant epilepsy
    • Published researcher with numerous contributions
    • Specializes in neuropsychology and mental health
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Roland Veltkamp

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  • accreditation:
  • Germany, Essen, Alfried Krupp Krankenhaus
  • Professor Roland Veltkamp is a renowned stroke neurologist trained in Germany, the USA, and the UK.

    • Heads a research group focused on stroke management improvements
    • Member of the European Stroke Organisation and American Heart Association
    • Applies latest medical innovations in patient treatment
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Marcel Dihne

  • 4.7 Excellent 60 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Germany, Solingen, Medical Center in Solingen
  • Professor Dihné is a true master in understanding the subtle mechanisms of the nervous system. His professionalism is manifested in his profound knowledge of anatomy and physiology, as well as in his ability to accurately identify and effectively treat diseases that can affect both the physical and psychological state of the patient. Professor Dihné listens carefully to everyone, creating an atmosphere of trust, and based on thorough examinations and analyses, develops an individualized treatment plan. He not only has knowledge in his hands, but also the ability to feel and understand how to restore harmony in a person's body and mind, giving them back their quality of life.

    Membership in societies and awards:

    German Society of Physicians. 

    Research Award of the Christian and Claudia Hempel Foundation for outstanding research in the field of clinical stem cell research.

    Author of numerous publications in leading medical journals in Germany and Europe.

    Specialization:

    • neurology
    • strokes
    • epilepsy
    • nervous system regeneration
    • stem cells
    • microelectrode arrays

    Work experience:

    2001-2004: Training at the Centre for Molecular Neurobiology in Hamburg.

    2004-2011: Training at the Neurological University Clinic Düsseldorf.

    2011-2013: Training at the Neurological University Hospital Tübingen and the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research. 

    Professor Dihne began his scientific career at the University of Düsseldorf. 

    2013-2023  Professor Dihne successfully headed the Department of Neurology at the St. Lukas Klinik Solingen for 10 years.

    Since 2024: Chief Physician at the Department of Neurology at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

     

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DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
28 years of experienceComplex brain and spinal conditionsFocuses on advanced neurosurgery techniques, including computer-guided neuronavigation. Published extensively on brain metastases and founded a brain tumor research fund.
Germany
from $250
29 years of experienceAdvanced Parkinson's disease casesRecognized as one of Germany's top neurologists by Focus magazine. Heads neurology department with extensive research in Parkinson's treatment. Multiple award-winning specialist.
Germany
from $500
29 years of experiencePediatric epilepsy and neuromuscular disordersFocuses on pediatric neurology with specialized training in epilepsy and neuromuscular diseases. Research fellow at The Ohio State University.
Germany
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Medication-resistant epilepsyStanford-trained expert focusing on tough epilepsy cases with integrated mental health care. Recognized researcher with numerous publications.
Germany
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Stroke prevention and managementLeads stroke research applying anticoagulant innovations in treatment. Board member of European Stroke Organisation with international training.
Germany
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