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Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90

Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping

internal, palliative and emergency medicine, hematology, oncology, pain therapy
internal, palliative and emergency medicine, hematology, oncology, pain therapy
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
94%22 years9.9/10$$$$183No

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Heidelberg
Health facility
University Hospital Heidelberg
Medical unit
Department of palliative medicine

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping is an experienced and highly qualified doctor specializing in internal medicine, palliative and emergency medicine, hematology, oncology, and pain therapy. With over 21 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to providing exceptional medical care to his patients. Dr. Alt-Epping's impressive CV showcases his extensive education and training, including studying human medicine in Muenster and Cardiff. He obtained a license for medical practice and specialized in internal medicine. Additionally, he has received additional qualifications in hematology, oncology, palliative, and emergency medicine. He has also obtained a specialization in particular pain therapy. Currently, Dr. Alt-Epping serves as the Medical Director of the Department of Palliative Medicine at University Hospital Heidelberg in Germany. He coordinates student teaching in palliative medicine and supervises various research projects. One of the highlights of Dr. Alt-Epping's career is his contribution to scientific research, with a remarkable 183 scientific publications to his name. His publications cover a wide range of topics, including symptoms and needs of cancer patients, interdisciplinary diagnosis and therapy, and quality of life in patients with incurable lung cancer. This demonstrates his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care. Overall, Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping's expertise, extensive experience, and dedication to research make him an outstanding doctor in internal medicine, palliative and emergency medicine, hematology, oncology, and pain therapy. His commitment to patient care and contributions to scientific research make him a highly respected and trusted professional.

Skills & Expertise

cancer
palliative medicine
oncology
endometrial cancer
hematology
pain therapy
emergency medicine
internal medicine
lung cancer
lung
breathlessness
oncology pain
metastases
heart failure
anticancer therapies
nausea
vomiting
elderly
blood
heart
nerve
cranial nerve involvement
skull base metastases
skull
cranial nerve
pulmonary metastases
skull base
involvement
oral cavity
neck cancer
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
cannabinoids
benzodiazepines
somatostatinantagonists
anticholinergics
antihistamines
steroids
neck
head

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • Studied human medicine in Muenster and Cardiff
  • Obtaining a license for medical practice
  • Obtaining specialization in internal medicine
  • Received additional qualifications in the field of hematology, oncology, palliative, and emergency medicine
  • Obtaining additional specialization in special pain therapy
Experience
  • Department of internal medicine of the Herdecke Community Hospital
  • 2002 Department for hematology and oncology at the University of Goettingen
  • Scientific Director of the Mildred Scheel Academy in Goettingen
  • Medical Director, Department of palliative medicine at the University Hospital Heidelberg
Awards & Memberships
  • Coordinates student teaching in the field of palliative medicine
  • Supervises various research projects and works in several working groups of the German Research Foundation

Languages

English flag
English
German flag
German

Publications

Systematic symptom screening in patients with advanced cancer treated in certified oncology centers: results of the prospective multicenter German KeSBa project.

September, 2023

The minutes until the emergency physician arrives at the scene – Do paramedics face an ethical dilemma when caring for advanced incurably ill and cardiac arrest patients? – a prospective questionnaire - based study

August, 2023

Association between oncologists' death anxiety and their end-of-life communication with advanced cancer patients.

June, 2023

Location

Im Neuenheimer Feld, 672, 69120 Heidelberg, Germany

FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping?

The primary specialization of the doctor is internal, palliative and emergency medicine, hematology, oncology, pain therapy.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping has been practicing for more than 22 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in cancer, palliative medicine, oncology, endometrial cancer, hematology.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

No, Prof. Dr. med. Bernd Alt-Epping doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

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