The Lukaskrankenhaus Neuss Clinic
Lukas Hospital Neuss is a multidisciplinary medical center that has consistently been ranked among the top hospitals in Germany, according to independent evaluations by FOCUS magazine.
Founded in 1909, this tradition-rich institution serves as an academic teaching hospital of Düsseldorf University Hospital, enabling the rapid integration of the latest medical innovations into daily clinical practice.
Leading Physicians
Several specialists at Lukas Hospital have been recognized among Germany’s top physicians due to their exceptional professional expertise:
- Professor Thomas Otto, Head of the Department of Urology
- Professor Michael Haude, Head of Cardiology
- Professor Michael Schödel-Höpfner, Head of Orthopedics and Hand Surgery Specialist
Lukas Hospital places great value on its staff. The clinic employs approximately 1,400 professionals, more than a quarter of whom have been working at the hospital for over 15 years, reflecting a high level of stability and experience.
Key Areas of Expertise
Lukas Hospital comprises 10 specialized clinics, an Institute of Clinical Radiology, and an Outpatient Surgery Center, providing care to around 100,000 patients annually.
Particularly notable are the departments of urology, gynecology, and the First Surgical Clinic.
Department of Urology
The Department of Urology specializes in:
- Oncological surgery
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery with preservation of urinary and sexual function
Under the leadership of Professor Thomas Otto, the department has achieved outstanding results in the treatment of urogenital cancers, including:
- Bladder cancer
- Renal cell carcinoma
- Penile cancer
- Prostate cancer
Professor Otto has developed innovative conservative treatment approaches in urologic oncology. Under his leadership, a novel method for restoring sphincter muscle function was introduced for the first time in Germany. He is also a board member of the German Association of Urological Oncology (AUO).
Department of Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, and Obstetrics
The Department of Gynecology treats more than 4,400 patients annually and includes 15 physicians, 22 midwives, and a large support staff.
Led by Professor Falbrede, the team focuses on the surgical treatment of diseases of the female reproductive system and breast.
Core areas include:
- Diagnosis and treatment of benign gynecological tumors (e.g., uterine fibroids)
- Management of malignant gynecological tumors and precancerous conditions (e.g., cervical dysplasia)
- Surgical treatment of pelvic organ prolapse
- Diagnosis and surgical management of urinary incontinence
- Minimally invasive surgery for uterine and ovarian conditions
- Surgical treatment of breast cancer
Perinatal Center
The certified Perinatal Center, equipped with a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), delivers approximately 1,700 babies annually.
Specializations include:
- Advanced prenatal diagnostics
- Monitoring fetal development using 3D/4D ultrasound imaging
- Management of high-risk pregnancies (e.g., multiple pregnancies, breech presentation)
- Comprehensive care for complex pregnancies
Center for Endocrine Surgery
The First Surgical Clinic is recognized as a leading center for endocrine surgery in Germany. The clinic активно engages in research and has achieved significant success in surgery of:
- The pancreas
- Adrenal glands
- Thyroid gland (including complex cases)
Approximately 1,000 thyroid surgeries are performed annually.
The use of advanced technologies, such as intraoperative neuromonitoring, allows surgeons to perform highly complex procedures while minimizing the risk of damage to healthy tissues.
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