Dr. Isabell Jester, MBA

Dr. Isabell Jester is a highly distinguished vascular surgeon and a leading European authority in dialysis access surgery. As the Chief Physician of Shunt Surgery at Krankenhaus Reinbek and the Asklepios Clinic Barmbek, she oversees one of the largest and most specialized shunt centers in Germany. Her career has been defined by a transition from general vascular medicine to a hyper-specialized focus on nierenkranke (renal) patients, during which she performed over 5,000 shunt procedures. She is recognized for her interdisciplinary approach, integrating the expertise of nephrologists, radiologists, and surgeons to provide lifelong care for patients requiring hemodialysis. Under her leadership, the Shunt Center Reinbek achieved certification as a Shunt Reference Center, reflecting her commitment to medical quality and innovation. Dr. Jester’s work is characterized by a "tailored solution" philosophy, where surgical planning considers not only the anatomical requirements but also the individual life circumstances and long-term dialysis needs of her patients.