The Helios University Hospital Wuppertal
Helios University Hospital Wuppertal is the largest multidisciplinary medical institution in the Bergisches Land region of North Rhine-Westphalia.
The hospital places strong emphasis on integrative, patient-centered healthcare. Its philosophy is based on a comprehensive medical approach that focuses not only on treating a specific disease but also on addressing the patient as a whole.
Facts and Figures
Helios Wuppertal has approximately 1,000 inpatient beds and includes 30 specialized departments covering all major fields of modern medicine.
Each year, the hospital treats around 50,000 inpatients and more than 100,000 outpatients. Across its two campuses in Barmen and Elberfeld, approximately 2,500 employees provide round-the-clock, high-quality medical care.
The hospital is affiliated with the Witten/Herdecke University, and many of its chief physicians also head corresponding academic departments. In addition to clinical work, they are actively involved in research and scientific development.
Key Areas of Expertise
Several department heads have been recognized among Germany’s top physicians in the 2025 ranking published by FOCUS magazine. Distinguished specialists include:
- Prof. Cornelia Dotzenrath — Endocrine Surgery
- Prof. Stefan Roth — Urology and Pediatric Urology
- Prof. Hubert Zirngibl — General and Visceral Surgery
- Prof. Kurt Rasche — Pulmonology, Allergology, and Respiratory Medicine
- Dr. Thomas Zegla — Pain Medicine
- Dr. Marco Tosh — Nuclear Medicine
Helios University Hospital Wuppertal is conveniently located approximately 50 kilometers from Düsseldorf International Airport, ensuring easy accessibility for international patients.
Regarding the organization of treatment in the Helios University Hospital Wuppertal, contact us by phone: +49 170 6247 020, or fill out the online application form.