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University Hospital Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf, Germany
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Location
Dusseldorf
Established in
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Number of beds
1200
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About Hospital
- University Hospital Düsseldorf (UKD) stands as one of Germany's most prestigious academic and tertiary care hospitals. As the teaching hospital for Heinrich Heine University, UKD integrates world-class clinical care with groundbreaking research and medical education, setting international standards in patient outcomes and innovation.
- UKD has achieved numerous recognitions and milestones, including:
- The Gastroenterology Department was ranked among the Top 17 worldwide in the 2023 Newsweek World's Best Hospitals Survey.
- Certified "Onkologisches Spitzenzentrum" (Oncology Centre of Excellence) by the German Cancer Aid (Deutsche Krebshilfe) since 2014.
- First 5G-enabled medical campus in Europe, leading the way in digital health and telemedicine through its "Giga for Health" project.
- It serves over 50,000 inpatients and 300,000 outpatients annually, making it a cornerstone of healthcare in the region.
- A pioneer in complex surgeries, housing one of Germany's first open-heart surgery centres, operational since 1952.
- Part of the esteemed Centre for Integrated Oncology (CIO Düsseldorf), a leading consortium for cancer research and treatment.
International Patient Services
UKD welcomes international patients from around the globe, offering a seamless healthcare journey through its dedicated International Office, also known as the Co-ordinating Office for International Patients (COIP).
- Pre-arrival Consultation & Case Review: Before travelling, patients can submit their medical records for an expert review, receiving a tailored treatment plan and cost estimate.
- Visa & Travel Assistance: The hospital provides official medical visa invitation letters and supports patients with their travel planning.
- Airport Pick-up/Drop-off: We offer coordination of airport transfers to ensure a smooth arrival and departure for international patients.
- Multilingual Interpreters: Professional interpreters for languages such as Arabic, Russian, Turkish, and English are available to bridge communication gaps.
- Personal Coordinators & Fast-Track Services: Dedicated care coordinators provide personalised support throughout patients' medical journeys, ensuring fast-tracked admissions.
- Assistance with Accommodation & Food Arrangements: The team helps arrange nearby hotels or guesthouses and can assist with customised dietary plans.
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Team and Specialities
- Experienced Medical Team: UKD boasts a team of over 975 experienced doctors and more than 1,300 trained healthcare staff, all leaders in their respective fields.
- Specialities: It offers a comprehensive range of over 30 super specialities, including cardiology, oncology, neuroscience, orthopaedics, gastroenterology and hepatology, liver and kidney transplant, urology, paediatrics, and ophthalmology, ensuring all healthcare needs are met under one roof.
- Centres of Excellence: The hospital is organised into highly specialised Centres of Excellence, each delivering world-class care through expert teams and cutting-edge technology.
- Heart and Vascular Centre: A historic leader in cardiac care, offering advanced interventional cardiology, minimally invasive heart valve repair/replacement, and complex cardiovascular surgery in state-of-the-art hybrid ORs.
- Centre for Integrated Oncology (CIO): A comprehensive cancer centre providing multidisciplinary treatment, including surgical oncology, medical oncology (immunotherapy, targeted therapy), and radiation therapy, with a focus on personalised cancer care.
- Neuroscience Centre: Specialises in treating complex neurological disorders like stroke, epilepsy, and brain tumours. It provides expert care in neurology, neurosurgery, and spine surgery, utilising advanced technologies such as intraoperative MRI.
- Centre for Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery: Offers world-class orthopaedic services, including joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), sports medicine, complex trauma surgery, and minimally invasive spine interventions.
- Centre for Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Liver Transplant: A globally ranked department offering expert management of liver diseases, advanced endoscopy, IBD treatment, and a comprehensive liver transplant programme.
Facilities
- TV in room
- Private rooms
- Free Wifi
- Phone in Room
- Mobility accessible rooms
- Family accommodation
- Laundry
- Welcome
- Safe in the room
- Nursery / Nanny services
- Dry cleaning
- Personal assistance / Concierge
- Religious facilities
- Fitness
- Spa and wellness
- Café
- Business centre services
- Shop
- Dedicated smoking areas
- Beauty Salon
- Special offer for group stays
- Parking available
- Health insurance coordination
- Medical travel insurance
- Foreign currency exchange
- ATM
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Netbanking
- Diet on Request
- Restaurant
- International Cuisine
- Self-Cooking
- Medical records transfer
- Online doctor consultation
- Rehabilitation
- Pharmacy
- Document legalisation
- Post operative followup
- Interpreter
- Translation services
- Airport pickup
- Local tourism options
- Local transportation booking
- Visa / Travel office
- Car Hire
- Private driver / Limousine services
- Shopping trip organisation
- Air ambulance
Infrastructure
UKD boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure and the latest medical technology, enabling world-class healthcare.
- Total Area: The hospital is situated on a 40-hectare expansive medical campus in Düsseldorf.
- Beds: The hospital is equipped with 1,200+ inpatient beds and dedicated, specialised Intensive Care Units (ICUs).
- 20+ Modular Operating Theatres: The hospital features more than 20 fully digital, integrated operating theatres equipped with advanced monitoring and sterilisation systems.
- 3.0 Tesla MRI & 256-Slice CT Scanners: High-resolution imaging tools that provide rapid, detailed diagnostics for complex medical conditions.
- Hybrid Cath Labs & MRI/TRUS Fusion Prostate Biopsy System: Advanced facilities for precise cardiac interventions and highly accurate, targeted prostate biopsies.
- CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery: Non-invasive tumour treatment offering unmatched precision, minimal side effects, and faster recovery times.
- BrainSUITE with Intraoperative MRI: An advanced neurosurgical suite that allows for real-time MRI scans during brain surgery, maximising tumour removal and patient safety.
- PET-CT, Digital Mammography, 3D/4D Ultrasound: A full spectrum of advanced imaging services for accurate cancer detection, women's health, and detailed diagnostics.
- Tomotherapy & Linear Accelerators: Highly targeted radiation therapy systems that minimise damage to healthy tissue while effectively treating tumours.
- On-Campus Helipad: A dedicated helipad for emergency medical airlifts and critical patient transfers.
Location
Airport (Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)):
- Distance: 8 Km
- Duration: 15 mins by car
Metro (Düsseldorf Universität (Tram Line 701)):
- Distance: 500 meters
- Duration: 5 mins by walking
Railway Station (Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof (Hbf)):
- Distance: 5 Km
- Duration: 10 mins by car or around 15 minutes by tram
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