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Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D. working place, University Hospital Aachen
Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D.
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80

Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D.

vascular surgery
vascular surgery
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
95%43 years9.8/10$$$$373No

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Aachen
Health facility
University Hospital Aachen
Medical unit
Department of vascular surgery

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph. D. , is a highly experienced vascular surgeon with 42 years of experience. He works at the Department of Vascular Surgery at the University Hospital Aachen in Germany. Dr. Jacobs has an impressive CV, including numerous academic achievements and leadership positions. He obtained his medical degree and Ph. D. from the University of Limburg in Maastricht, where he also completed his residency in surgery. Dr. Jacobs furthered his training as a cardiovascular surgeon at the Texas Heart Institute in Houston. One of the most notable aspects of Dr. Jacobs' career is his extensive research work and scientific publications. He has authored over 200 publications, 54 chapters in books, and 16 books, making him a leading expert in the field. His research focuses on various topics, such as endovascular repair for abdominal aortic aneurysm, thoracic aortic injury, and spinal cord function in aortic aneurysm surgery. Dr. Jacobs' contributions to vascular surgery have been recognized nationally and internationally, with memberships in prestigious societies and editorial positions in prominent journals. Dr. Jacobs' expertise and dedication to his field make him highly regarded in the medical community. His extensive experience, leadership roles, and numerous scientific publications showcase his commitment to advancing vascular surgery and improving patient outcomes. Patients can trust Dr. Jacobs's knowledge and skills to provide the best care for vascular conditions.

Skills & Expertise

aneurysm
surgery
aortic aneurysm
thoracoabdominal
thoracoabdominal aortic
vascular
injury
thoracic
artery
vascular surgery
ischaemia
aortic surgery
kidney
skin
leg
aneurysm surgery
cardiovascular
blood flow
angiography
microcirculation
kidney injury
capillary microscopy
critical limb ischaemia
aorta
ischemiareperfusion injury
fistula
limb ischemia
duplex scanning
renal failure
leg ischemia
aortic injury
sympathetic dystrophy
thoracoabdominal aneurysm
duplex ultrasonography
bypass surgery
flow abnormalities
segmental artery
thoracic aorta
aortic crossclamping
marfan syndrome
intraductal carcinoma
carotid endarterectomy
coil embolization
arteriovenous fistula
prosthetic graft
microvascular constriction
skin microcirculation
aortic replacement
microvascular blood flow
green laser doppler

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • 1976-1981 Medical study University of Limburg in Maastricht
  • 1981 Received the degree of Doctor of Medicine from the University of Limburg in Maastricht
  • 1982 Medical Doctor degree
  • 1982-1984 Ph.D. fellow in the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital in Maastricht
  • 1984-1989 Resident in the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital in Maastricht
  • 1985 Ph.D. Thesis, faculty of medicine at the University of Limburg in Maastricht: “Capillary microscopy and hemorheology in vasospastic and occlusive vascular diseases”
  • 1989-1990 Trained as a cardiovascular surgeon at the Texas Heart Institute in Houston
Experience
  • 1990 Staff Member, Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Maastricht
  • 1990-1994 Investigator at the Dutch Heart Foundation
  • 1991-1993 Head of division in clinical microcirculation, Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht
  • 1992 Head of Vascular Surgery at Amsterdam Medical Center and initiated research programs focused on the assessment of spinal cord function in thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm and preventive strategies using selective organ perfusion and motor evoked potentials
  • 1993-2000 Lecturer in vascular surgery, medical curriculum University of Amsterdam
  • 1993-2000 Chief of vascular surgery, Academic Medical Center in Amsterdam
  • 1994-1998 Coordinator of surgical education for the University of Amsterdam
  • 1995-2000 Chairman of fellowship in vascular surgery at the University of Amsterdam
  • 2000-2004 Professor and Chief, Chairman of the Department of surgery at Maastricht UMC+, creation of an Integrated Cardiovascular Center
  • 2000-2007 Chairman of a residency program in surgery at the University Hospital Maastricht
  • 2005 Professor and Chief of the Department of vascular surgery at the University Hospital Aachen
  • 2005 Director of a residency program in vascular surgery at the University Hospital Aachen
Awards & Memberships
  • 1985 Winner of Schoemaker Prize (best surgical thesis in the Netherlands)
  • 1991-1998 Secretary of Netherlands Society of Vascular Surgery
  • 1995-1999 Chairman NWO-Division Peripheral Circulation
  • 1998-2005 Council Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
  • 1998-2005 Chairman of the European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
  • 1998-2012 Organisator of the European Vascular Course, which received about 2,000 cardiovascular specialists from all over the world
  • Member of the Netherlands Society of Surgery
  • Member of the Netherlands Society of Vascular Surgery
  • Member of the Society for Vascular Surgery
  • Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
  • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Member of the Denton Cooley Cardiovascular Surgical Society
  • Member of the French Language Vascular Surgery Society
  • Author of more than 200 publications, 54 chapters in books, and 16 books

Languages

English flag
English
German flag
German

Publications

Environmental and parental risk factors for congenital solitary functioning kidney - a case-control study.

August, 2023

Quality of Life after Stenting for Iliofemoral Venous Obstruction: A Randomised Controlled Trial with One Year Follow Up.

28 July, 2023

The Maastricht Acquisition Platform for Studying Mechanisms of Cell-Matrix Crosstalk (MAPEX): An Interdisciplinary and Systems Approach towards Understanding Thoracic Aortic Disease.

25 July, 2023

Location

Pauwelsstraße, 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany

FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D.?

The primary specialization of the doctor is vascular surgery.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D. has been practicing for more than 43 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D. expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in aneurysm, surgery, aortic aneurysm, thoracoabdominal, thoracoabdominal aortic.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

No, Prof. Dr. med. Michael Jacobs, Ph.D. doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

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