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Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90

Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche

neurology and epileptology
neurology and epileptology
User ScoreExperienceTotal ReviewsRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
94%30 years39.9/10$$$$373No

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Tubingen
Health facility
University Hospital Tubingen
Medical unit
Department of epileptology
3.7 on Google
The data collected based on 3 patient reviews on Google

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche is an experienced and highly respected doctor specializing in neurology and epileptology. With 29 years of experience and a strong background in medical research, Dr. Lerche is known for his expertise in the field. He works at the Department of Epileptology at the University Hospital Tubingen in Germany. Dr. Lerche's impressive career includes various notable achievements. He has published 373 scientific publications, highlighting his dedication to advancing knowledge in neurology and epileptology. Additionally, he has received prestigious awards, such as the 2018 Eva-Luise Koehler Prize for rare diseases. One of the most exciting aspects of Dr. Lerche's career is his focus on genetics and epilepsy. He has served as the Chair of the genetics commission at the International League Against Epilepsy and has conducted groundbreaking research on the genetic basis of epilepsies. His work has contributed to a better understanding of the condition and has potential implications for personalized treatments. Dr. Lerche's extensive experience, expertise in genetics, and dedication to improving the understanding and treatment of epilepsies make him an exceptional doctor in his field. His contributions to research, prestigious awards, and leadership roles further demonstrate his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and providing the best care for his patients.

Skills & Expertise

epilepsy
mutation
generalized epilepsy
seizures
encephalopathy
brain
ataxia
epileptic encephalopathy
neurology
epileptology
idiopathic generalized epilepsy
neonatal epilepsy
febrile seizures
microdeletions
myoclonic epilepsy
sclerosis
episodic ataxia
nerve
focal epilepsy
pluripotent stem cell
skeletal muscle
neurodevelopmental disorders
neurons
genetic epilepsy
paroxysmal dyskinesia
hippocampal sclerosis
temporal lobe
lobe
atypical rolandic epilepsy
metabolism
memory
migraine
myoclonus
carbamazepine
absence
brain tissue
hemiplegic migraine
neuropsychiatric disorders
epileptic disorders
paraplegia
muscle sodium channel
vagus nerve
spastic paraplegia
myotonic dystrophy
dravet syndrome
paroxysmal exerciseinduced dyskinesia
temporal lobe epilepsy
hypokalemic periodic paralysis
neuropathies
neurodevelopment

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • 1988-1994 Studied human medicine
  • Obtaining a license for medical practice
  • 1996 Defense of the dissertation at the University of Ulm
  • 1995-1996 Research Associate at the Institute for Applied Physiology of the University of Ulm
  • 1996-2001 Resident, Department of neurology at the University of Ulm
  • 1999-2000 Resident, Department of psychiatry in Goeppingen
  • Obtaining specialization in neurology
  • Habilitation and a teaching license
  • 2001 Visiting Doctor, Department of epileptology at the University of Bonn
  • 2003-2008 Heisenberg Fellow of the German Research Foundation
  • 2005 Visiting Researcher at the Institute of Neurology of the University College London
  • 2007 Visiting Researcher at the University of Melbourne of the Howard Florey Institute
Experience
  • 2001-2009 Senior Physician and Head of the Outpatient Department of epilepsy and presurgical epilepsy diagnostics at the University of Ulm
  • 2009 Medical Director and Head, Department of neurology at the University Hospital Tubingen
  • Managing Medical Director, Department of epileptology at the University Hospital Tubingen
Awards & Memberships
  • 1996 Ph.D. Award from the University of Ulm
  • 2002 Merckle Research Prize from the University of Ulm
  • 2017-2021 Chair of the genetics commission at the International League Against Epilepsy
  • 2018 Eva-Luise Koehler Prize for rare diseases
  • Editorial Board Member of epilepsy at the International League Against Epilepsy
  • Former President of the German chapter of the International League Against Epilepsy
  • Member of the German Society for Neurology
  • Member of the German Society for Clinical Neurophysiology
  • Member of the German Physiological Society
  • Member of the German Society for Epileptology
  • Member of the working group for presurgical epilepsy diagnostics and operative epilepsy therapy
  • Member of the German Society for Neurogenetics

Languages

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English
German flag
German

Publications

ILAE Genetics Literacy Series: Progressive Myoclonus Epilepsies.

24 August, 2023

ILAE Genetic Literacy Series: Self-limited familial epilepsy syndromes with onset in neonatal age and infancy.

August, 2023

ILAE Genetic Literacy Series: Postmortem Genetic Testing in Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy.

August, 2023

Location

Hoppe-Seyler-Straße, 3, 72076 Tubingen, Germany

FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche?

The primary specialization of the doctor is neurology and epileptology.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche has been practicing for more than 30 years.

What do patients say about Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche?

The doctor has 0 review on AiroMedical and and 3 feedbacks at other places. The UserScore of the specialist is 94%.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in epilepsy, mutation, generalized epilepsy, seizures, encephalopathy.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

No, Prof. Dr. med. Holger Lerche doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

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