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Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90

Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle

general, visceral and transplant surgery
general, visceral and transplant surgery
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
92%19 years9.9/10$$$$356No

Overview

Country, City
Germany, Hanover
Health facility
Hannover Medical School Hospital
Medical unit
Department of general, abdominal and transplant surgery

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle is a highly accomplished and experienced doctor specializing in general, visceral, and transplant surgery. With 18 years of experience, he has established himself as a leading expert. Dr. Schmelzle obtained his medical license in 2005 and specialized in surgery, conducting significant research in calcium metabolism and the beating frequency of neonatal rat cardiomyocytes. Throughout his career, Dr. Schmelzle has held various positions at renowned institutions, including the Charite University Hospital in Berlin and the Hannover Medical School Hospital. He has also been a group leader in experimental surgery, cell transplantation, and organ repair. As an associate professor, he has made valuable contributions to the field through his 356 scientific publications. Dr. Schmelzle's expertise and dedication are evident through his extensive membership in numerous medical associations and societies. This wide range of affiliations reflects his commitment to staying updated with the latest advancements and collaborating with other professionals in his field. He focuses on liver augmentation and hepatocellular carcinoma and brings unique insights and innovative treatments to his patients. Dr. Schmelzle's impressive background, extensive research contributions, and commitment to ongoing learning make him a highly respected and sought-after surgeon. His skill and expertise in general, visceral, and transplant surgery make him a valuable asset to the Department of general, abdominal, and transplant surgery at the Hannover Medical School Hospital.

Skills & Expertise

liver
surgery
resection
transplantation
laparoscopic
liver transplantation
liver resection
hepatocellular carcinoma
cholangiocarcinoma
hepatectomy
liver surgery
minimally invasive
vein
laparoscopic liver resection
portal vein
abdominal
tumor
cancer
cirrhosis
metastases
embolization
bone
portal vein embolization
vein embolization
right hepatectomy
liver failure
liver metastases
liver regeneration
transplant surgery
hilar cholangiocarcinoma
pancreas
laparoscopic liver surgery
necrosis
elderly
adenomas
hepatocellular adenomas
recurrence hepatocellular carcinoma
liver tumors
pancreatic surgery
intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
pancreaticoduodenectomy
liver malignancies
tumor necrosis
artery reconstruction
hepatic artery
diaphragmatic hernia
roboticassisted surgery
general surgery
visceral surgery
endoscopy

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • 1998-2005 Studied human medicine at the Technical University of Munich
  • 2005 Obtaining a license for medical practice
  • 2008 Defense of the dissertation at the University of Greifswald: "Effects of postischemic effluent and derivatives of eicosatetraenoic acid on calcium metabolism and beating frequency of neonatal rat cardiomyocytes"
  • Obtaining specialization in general surgery
  • 2005-2009 Assistant Doctor and Research Associate in general, visceral, and pediatric surgery at the University Hospital Duesseldorf
  • 2009-2013 Postdoctoral Research Fellow from the German Research Foundation, Research Associate at the Department of general, abdominal and transplant surgery of the Hannover Medical School Hospital
  • 2011-2014 Fellow of the Department of surgery at the University Hospital Leipzig
  • 2012 Investigator course from the German Society for Pharmaceutical Medicine - clinical studies (regular refresher advanced courses)
  • 2014 Habilitation and a teaching license at the University of Leipzig: "Hematopoietic stem cells as a therapy option for liver augmentation"
  • 2014 Received additional qualifications in the field of visceral surgery
  • 2017 Obtaining further specialization in special visceral surgery
Experience
  • 2005-2009 Medical Doctor of the Department of surgery at the University Hospital Duesseldorf
  • 2015-2018 Senior Physician of the Department of surgery at the Charite University Hospital in Berlin
  • 2018-2020 Senior Consultant of the Department of surgery at the Charite University Hospital in Berlin
  • 2020-2022 Deputy Director and Site Manager in Campus Virchow-Clinic, Department of surgery at the Charite University Hospital in Berlin
  • 2021 Associate Professor
  • 2022 Chief Physician and Director, Department of general, abdominal and transplant surgery at the Hannover Medical School Hospital
Awards & Memberships
  • 2012-2015 Group Leader of the Translational Centre for regenerative medicine at the University of Leipzig
  • 2013 Member of the Academy of Excellence, Convention of Chair Holders
  • 2013 Lead Surgeon for the abdominal multi-organ removal
  • 2015-2022 Group Leader of experimental surgery, cell transplantation, and organ repair at the Charite University Hospital in Berlin
  • 2021 Member of the European Surgical Association
  • Member of the Berlin Surgical Society
  • Member of the German Society for Surgery
  • Member of the German Society for General and Visceral Surgery
  • Member of the German Transplant Society
  • Member of the German Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Member of the German Pancreas Club
  • Member of the German University Association
  • Member of the European Surgical Association
  • Member of the European Organization for Research & Treatment of Cancer
  • Member of the German Purine Club
  • Member of the German Association for the Study of the Liver
  • Member of the International Hepato-Pancreatic-Biliary Association
  • Member of the European/African/Middle Eastern Regional Association
  • Member of the International Laparoscopic Liver Society
  • Member of the Transplant Society

Languages

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English
German flag
German

Publications

Gd-EOB-DTPA-MRCP to localize bile leakage after liver trauma and surgery: impact on treatment and outcome.

September, 2023

Impact of liver cirrhosis, the severity of cirrhosis, and portal hypertension on the outcomes of minimally invasive left lateral sectionectomies for primary liver malignancies.

September, 2023

A surgical strategy for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma - the hilar first concept.

7 August, 2023

Location

Carl-Neuberg-Straße, 1, 30625 Hanover, Germany

FAQ

Where does the doctor practice?

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle?

The primary specialization of the doctor is general, visceral and transplant surgery.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle has been practicing for more than 19 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in liver, surgery, resection, transplantation, laparoscopic.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

No, Prof. Dr. med. Moritz Schmelzle doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

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