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Dr. Séverine Iborra is the Chief Physician of the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. Her responsibilities include obstetrics, the delivery room, the neonatal unit, and gynecology. The department also includes the Senology/Breast Clinic at the Bergisches Breast Center Solingen, led by Dr. Manuela Seifert.

Dr. Séverine Iborra is originally from France. She began her medical studies at the University of Lyon and later transferred to Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, where she received her medical license in 2007. She earned her doctorate in 2008 for experimental research in molecular oncology. From August 2008 to November 2013, Dr. Iborra worked as a resident at the University Women’s Clinic in Freiburg. After passing her specialist exams in gynecology and obstetrics, she continued her career as a specialist at the same clinic. In November 2015, she moved to RWTH University Hospital Aachen as a senior physician.

At the Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, under the leadership of Prof. Dr. E. Stickeler, Dr. Iborra led the obstetrics department from 2017 to 2019. Since December 2017, she was responsible for organizing education in the department, and in October 2019, she became the Managing Senior Physician and Personnel Senior Physician of the clinic, a position she held until she moved to Solingen.

In addition to her scientific work, with numerous publications and presentations at major gynecological conferences, Dr. Iborra deepened her medical specialties. She obtained certifications in oncological diagnostics and therapy from the Gynecological Oncology Working Group, as well as additional qualifications in Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy (AGCPC), Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery (AGUP), and the Professional Association of Gynecologists (BVF).

In 2019, Dr. Iborra successfully completed further specialization in “Gynecological Oncology” and “Special Obstetrics and Perinatal Medicine.” She is an active member of leading German medical societies in her field, including the German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics, the Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy Working Group, and the German Society for Prenatal and Birth Medicine.

Treatments Offered in Our Gynecology Department

• Hysteroscopy and Dilation and Curettage (D&C) for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Removal of abnormal or symptomatic ovarian findings, such as cysts, while preserving the remaining ovary.
• Oophorectomy (removal of ovaries) in cases of abnormalities or preventively when indicated.
• Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids) while preserving the uterus.
• Conservative treatment of fibroids: either medication or embolization performed by radiology specialists.
• Hysterectomy with or without removal of the cervix.
• Diagnosis and clarification of unclear findings in the cervix, vagina, and vulva.
• Dysplasia treatment.
• Endometriosis management.
• Cancer treatment for vulvar, vaginal, cervical, uterine, and ovarian cancers.
• Treatment for incontinence and/or pelvic organ prolapse.

Whenever possible, we offer all procedures as minimally invasive treatments using laparoscopy or the Da Vinci robotic system.

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.

Professor Markus Dukes is a specialist in diagnostic radiology and minimally invasive therapy.

Awards

• Gold Medal of Honorary Professor of Osaka Medical University (Japan).
• Honorary member of DeGIR (German Society for Interventional Radiology and Minimally Invasive Therapy).

Education and professional experience

• 1982-1988 - study of human medicine at the Johannes-Gutenberg University in Mainz.
• 1988 - approval and medical license.
• 1988-1989 - Medical officer of the Bundeswehr.
• 1990 - Candidate of Medical Sciences in the field of radiology, subject: “Investigation of the influence of dilation speed on its success, as well as on damage to the vessel walls during balloon expansion”, at the Johannes-Gutenberg University in Mainz.
• 1990-1996 - Resident in the Department of Radiology at the Ruprecht-Karls University.
• 1996 - Senior physician in the Department of Radiodiagnostics at the Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg.
• 1998 - Doctorate in Diagnostic Radiology, topic: "Direct comparison of imaging methods for gastric carcinoma: the importance of optimized examination methods in clinical practice and first experience with magnetic resonance imaging."
• 2000 - Deputy Head of the Department of Radiology, Department of Radiodiagnostics at the Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg.
• 2000-2002 - Head of the Image Processing Center at the Orthopedic Clinic of the University of Heidelberg.
• 2002-2003 - Head of the Department of Radiology, Surgical Clinic, Department of Radiology at the Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg.
• 2003 - Chief Physician of the Central Institute of Radiology and Neuroradiology at the Nordwest Clinic in Frankfurt am Main.
• 2006 - Associate Professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of Heidelberg.

Scientific activity

Marcus Dukes is one of the first physicians to perform minimally invasive microwave ablation of liver and lung tumors under CT guidance.

Clinical activities

The professor heads the first and only MRI-guided FUS ablation center in the Rhine-Main region. In most cases, the procedure allows avoiding surgical intervention. Patients of the center have access to ablation for prostate cancer, bone and liver metastases, benign tumors, and treatment of uterine fibroids without surgery.

Membership in organizations

• DRG (German Society of Radiologists).
• DeGIR (German Society for Interventional Radiology and Minimally Invasive Therapy).
• RSNA (Radiological Society of North America).
• ESGAR (European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology).
• CIRSE (Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Society of Europe).
• ECR (European Congress of Radiology).
• EUFUS (European FUS Society).
• MEDICA (German Society for Interdisciplinary Medicine).

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.

Cardiologist, Cardiac Surgeon

Professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences, specialist in neurology

Dr. Klaus D. Diemel is the Head of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Asklepios Klinik Barmbek, Hamburg and a Fellow of the European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeons. He has held senior positions at Krankenhaus Großhansdorf and Marienkrankenhaus Hamburg, and is a member of several national and international surgical and medical societies.

Prof. Dr. med. Bodo Lippitz is a specialist in the Gamma Knife treatment of benign and malignant brain tumours and of arterio-venous malformations, with 30 years of clinical experience. He has had extensive training in stereotactic and microsurgical techniques, and has been the Director of the Karolinska Gamma Knife Center, Co-Director of the Bupa Cromwell Hospital Gamma Knife Centre, and Professor of Neurosurgery at the University Aachen, and President of the European Gamma Knife Society.

Dr. med. Sven Rogmans is an experienced Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with over 28 years in clinical practice. He treats osteoarthritis using both conservative and surgical methods. He is skilled in minimally invasive hip joint replacement and manages lower limb periprosthetic fractures.

Dr. Rogmans graduated from Ruprecht-Karls-Universität in Heidelberg, Germany. He is known for his advanced arthroscopic surgery for sports injuries. He has published many articles in national and international medical journals, showing his dedication to research and progress in orthopaedics.

Under his leadership, the hospital is actively expanding its services, including paediatric cardiology and intensive care, and is planning to establish an interdisciplinary center for parents and children on the basis of the Department of Paediatrics.

Dr. Propson's many years of experience have established him as a leading expert in neonatology and paediatric cardiology in Germany and Europe. His dedication and commitment to the highest level of care for young patients is reflected in his work. Dr. Propson's research and scientific publications demonstrate his in-depth knowledge and commitment to development in paediatrics.

For many years Dr. Propson worked as a leading physician in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Leverkusen Clinic in Leverkusen, Germany, where he was also responsible for managing the paediatric intensive care unit. In addition to his primary work, Dr. Propson devotes a great deal of time to continuing education to ensure that his patients receive the most up-to-date treatments in his department.

His unique professional qualities and qualifications set him apart from other physicians. Dr. Propson's patients can rest assured that they are in good hands at the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

Membership in societies:

German Association of Physicians

Expert of scientific journals

Specialisations:

Emergency medicine

Intensive care

Paediatric cardiology

Neonatology

Work Experience:

2006: Graduation from the Faculty of Medicine

2006 - 2011: Specialization as a specialist in paediatrics and adolescent medicine.

2011 - 2023: Lead physician in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Leverkusen Clinic.

2023: Chief physician in the Department of Paediatrics at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

Head of the Obstetrics and Perinatal Medicine Department, Obstetrician

Head of the Oftalmology Department

Head Physician of department of neurology in the Clinic of Asklepios

Head of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Department

Orthopedist, Surgeon