Prof. Dr. med. Juergen Weitz

Prof. Dr. med. Juergen Weitz is an experienced doctor with over 30 years of expertise in general and visceral surgery. He has an impressive educational background, including studying human medicine at the prestigious Ruprecht-Karls University in Heidelberg. He obtained his medical license and defended his dissertation at the German Cancer Research Center, focusing on the interaction between human papillomavirus and host cells. Dr. Weitz has received specialized training in various areas, such as vascular surgery and critical surgical care. Throughout his career, Dr. Weitz has held numerous key positions in surgery. He has served as a professor of surgery and head of molecular oncology at the Department of Surgery at the University of Heidelberg. He has also been the chief attending and deputy chief of transplantation surgery at the same institution. Dr. Weitz is the chair of the Department of general and visceral surgery at the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Dresden. With a remarkable list of 1485 scientific publications, Dr. Weitz has made significant contributions to the field. His research focuses on surgical oncology, bone resection, and reconstruction of facial defects. His expertise and dedication to advancing surgical techniques have earned him membership in several prestigious medical societies. Dr. Juergen Weitz's extensive experience, exceptional qualifications, and dedication to research make him a highly respected and skilled surgeon. Patients can trust in his expertise and innovative approach to surgical treatments at the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Dresden.