Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Kohnen

ophthalmology

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Overview

Country, City

Germany, Frankfurt am Main

Health facility

University Hospital Frankfurt am Main

Medical unit

Department of ophthalmology

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Kohnen is an esteemed ophthalmologist with an impressive career spanning over 41 years. He currently works at the Department of Ophthalmology at the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe-University in Germany. Dr. Kohnen has a specialization in ophthalmology and is known for his extensive experience and expertise in the field. Throughout his career, Dr. Kohnen has made significant contributions to ophthalmology. He has published a staggering number of 898 scientific publications, highlighting his commitment to research and advancing the field. His research focuses on various areas, including cataract surgery, refractive surgery, and corneal interventions. Dr. Kohnen's exceptional achievements have earned him numerous prestigious awards and recognitions. He has been honored with awards like the Goar Award from the Baylor Alumni Meeting, the Kiewiet de Jonge Medal from the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the German Ophthalmological Society Gold Medal. His contributions to teaching have also been recognized with a Prize for Extraordinary Commitment to Teaching. With his vast knowledge, experience, and dedication, Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Kohnen is renowned for his expertise in refractive surgery and cataract choice. Patients can trust in his exceptional skills and innovative treatments, making him a highly regarded and respected figure in the field of ophthalmology.

Skills & Expertise

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CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1982-1989 Studied human medicine (Aachen, Bonn, USA)
1986-1987 Scholarship of the German Academic Exchange Service in Milan, Italy, and Bombay, India
1989 Physician's examination
1989-1992 Scientific Assistant, Resident in ophthalmology, Clinic Dardenne Bonn
1989 Doctorate, Friedrich-Wilhelms University Bonn: "Capsular and zonular ruptures as complications of cataract surgery with phacoemulsification "
1991 MD, License to practice medicine
1992-1993 Scientific Assistant, Resident in ophthalmology, University Eye Clinic, Giessen
1994 Specialist in ophthalmology
1995-1997 German Research Foundation scholarship at Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine Houston: “Physiology and pathophysiology of refractive corneal interventions with laser thermal keratoplasty. An experimental and clinical survey”
1995 Traveler scholarship, International Society for Refractive Surgery, Minneapolis
2000 Habilitation, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University Frankfurt: “Holmium: YAG laser thermal keratoplasty to correct hyperopia: Histological, ultrastructural, immunohistochemical, and clinical studies ”
2006-2007 Health care management at European Business School, International University, Reichartshausen Castle
2008 Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmologists

Experience

1994-1995 Assistant Medical Director, Military Hospital, Ulm, Military Service (Medical Officer) and Military Exercise (Chief Staff Surgeon)
1996 Head Surgeon
1997 Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe University (Prof. Dr. Thomas Kohnen, MD, Ph.D.)
2000 Visiting Professor of ophthalmology, Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine Houston
Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe University
2001 Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Goethe-University Frankfurt
2003 Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe University
2003-2012 Deputy Chairman, Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe University
2007 Military Exercise (Chief Staff Surgeon), Military Hospital in Ulm
2011 Val and Edith Green Presidential Professorship, University of Utah, Salt Lake City
2011 Professorship and Chairman position, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Magdeburg
2011 Professorship and Chairman position, Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe University
2012 Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Frankfurt am Main of Goethe University

Awards & Memberships

1994 Best Paper of Session from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
1994 First Prize of the Festival from the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
1995 Best Paper of Session from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
1996 Goar Award from Baylor Alumni Meeting, Houston
1996 Research Award, German Ophthalmological Society
2000 Kiewiet de Jonge Medal, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
2001 Research Award (jointly with Dr. J. Buhren), German Ophthalmological Society
DOG Leonhard Klein Award
2002 Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology
2005 Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today, selection as one of the top 50 opinion leaders
2005 Kiewiet de Jonge Medal from the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
2005 3rd Prize for Educational Value, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
2006 Zermatt – Video Winner
2007 Sicca Research Award, German Ophthalmological Society
2009 Senior Achievement Award "For many years of distinguished service in programs" of the Society from the Board of Trustees", American Academy of Ophthalmology
2010 FOCUS doctors list, an expert in refractive surgery and cataract choice
2010 German Ophthalmological Society Gold Medal
2013 Prize for Extraordinary Commitment to Teaching
2014 German Ophthalmological Society Silver Medal
Member of the German Ophthalmological Society
Member of the Commission for Refractive Surgery
Association of Ophthalmologic Chairholders
Member of the Professional Association of Ophthalmologists
Member of the German-speaking Society for Intraocular Implantation, Intervention, and Refractive Surgery
Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery
Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Refractive Surgery Interest Group
Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (former International Intraocular Implant Club)
Member of the Association of German Rhine-Main Ophthalmologists
Member of the Monitoring Commission for the Institute for Medicine and Pharmaceutical Examinations
Member of the Frankfurt Medical Society