The University Hospital Münster
University Hospital Münster (UKM) is a maximum-care medical facility and ranks among the leading healthcare institutions in Germany. Through continuous scientific research, excellent medical education, and first-class patient care, the hospital actively contributes to shaping the future of modern medicine.
In 2017, approximately 64,000 inpatients and 500,000 outpatients benefited from access to advanced diagnostics and therapies. A patient satisfaction rate of 76% reflects the high standard of care provided at the hospital.
UKM comprises 30 clinics, centers, and institutes, employing around 10,000 staff members. It is one of the largest employers and educational institutions in the region.
In collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Münster, UKM promotes the continuous professional development of physicians and researchers, ensuring the ongoing improvement of therapeutic processes.
University Hospital Münster is also committed to supporting its growing number of international patients, enabling them to benefit from the advantages of modern German medicine.
Key Areas of Expertise
According to the FOCUS magazine ranking, the following departments are among the hospital’s top-performing units:
- Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, including: oncology and hematology, cardiology, psychosomatics and psychotherapy, orthopedics
- Department of Neurology
- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology
- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology
- Department of Neurosurgery
- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
- Department of Radiation Therapy and Radiology
Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine specializes in the treatment of children and adolescents with oncological diseases.
University Hospital Münster is one of the largest centers in Germany for the treatment of pediatric hematologic malignancies. It offers a comprehensive range of stem cell transplantation options and actively participates in international clinical trials in pediatric oncology and hematology.
Particular focus is placed on the treatment of:
- Acute leukemia
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- Soft tissue and bone sarcomas
The department is also highly experienced in allogeneic stem cell transplantation and the development of innovative cellular therapies.
Department of Radiation Oncology
The Department of Radiation Therapy and Radiology is a modern radiation oncology center and a research hub focused on studying the effects of radiation therapy on tumors. It provides treatment for patients with both benign and malignant tumors, as well as various functional disorders.
The clinic is equipped with:
- A tomotherapy system
- Three high-performance TrueBeam linear accelerators
It offers a full spectrum of radiation diagnostics and therapy. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to their individual condition.
Depending on the diagnosis, radiation therapy may be delivered on an outpatient or inpatient basis, or in combination with other treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.
According to FOCUS magazine rankings, the Department of Radiation Therapy and Radiology in Münster, along with its director, Professor Dr. Hans Theodor Eich, holds leading positions among Germany’s top clinics and physicians.
All physicians at University Hospital Münster share a common goal — the health and well-being of their patients!