Prof. Dr. med. Günter U. Höglinger, FEAN

neurology, neurodegenerative diseases

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Overview

Country, City

Germany, Munich

Health facility

University Hospital Ludwig-Maximilians Munich

Medical unit

Neurological clinic and polyclinic - Friedrich-Baur-Institute

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Günter U. Höglinger, FEAN, a renowned neurologist with many years of experience, directs the Neurological Clinic and Polyclinic at University Hospital Ludwig-Maximilians Munich in Germany. His impressive career includes numerous prestigious awards and leadership roles in neurology, including serving as President of the German Society for Parkinson's and Movement Disorders. With a focus on translational neurodegeneration, Prof. Höglinger has published a lot of scientific articles, demonstrating his expertise in tauopathies, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's research. Throughout his career, Prof. Höglinger has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing the understanding and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. His groundbreaking research on tauopathies and neuroinflammation has contributed significantly to the field, highlighting his innovative therapeutic strategies and deep understanding of complex neurological conditions. By leading clinical trials and spearheading research initiatives, Prof. Höglinger continues to make a profound impact on the medical community, earning him a reputation as a distinguished and respected figure in neurology.

Gallery

PSP Academy 3: Distinction between PSP and Parkinson's Disease

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1993 Preliminary diploma, University of Regensburg
1999 Approval, Government of Lower Franconia
2000 Dr. med. (summa cum laude), Universities of Munich, Bern, Marburg
2007 Habilitation in Neurology, Philipps University, Marburg

Experience

2000–2004 Postdoctoral researcher, Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM), Department 679, Hôpital Salpêtrière, Paris, France
2008–2011 Senior Physician, Department of Neurology, Philipps University, Marburg
2011–2019 Professor of Translational Neurodegeneration (W3, tenured), DZNE Munich & Technical University of Munich (TUM)
2017–2019 Coordinator for Clinical Research and Head of the Clinical Trials Unit, DZNE Munich
2019–2022 Professor of Neurology (W3, permanent) and Director, Department of Neurology, Hannover Medical School (MHH), Germany
2023 Professor of Neurology (W3, permanent) and Director of the Department of Neurology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU), Munich, Germany
Director of the Neurological Clinic and Polyclinic with Friedrich-Baur-Institute, LMU

Awards & Memberships

2009 First prize for “Innovative therapeutic strategies in neurodegenerative diseases,” Dr. Walter and Luise Freundlich Foundation
2011-2016 Heisenberg Professorship, German Research Foundation (DFG)
2012 Member, CurePSP Genetics Consortium, New York, NY, USA
2017-2023 President, German Society for Parkinson's and Movement Disorders
2017 Dingebauer Prize for Parkinson's Research, German Society for Neurology (DGN)
2020 Standout Achievement Award, CurePSP, New York, NY, USA
2021 Chairman of the German Parkinson Study Group
2023 Co-spokesperson, German Parkinson Competence Network