Prof. Dr. Thomas Mussack

visceral surgery, emergency medicine, endoscopy

User Score	Experience	Rating	Publications	Media Files	Online Consultations
93%	34 years	9.5/10	76	7	No

Overview

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. Thomas Mussack is a highly experienced and respected surgeon specializing in visceral surgery, emergency medicine, and endoscopy. With over two decades of expertise, he has made significant contributions to the field through scientific publications. Notably, he has received prestigious awards, including the Lloyd M. Nyhus Award and the Karl Storz Award, reflecting his outstanding skills and dedication to patient care. Throughout his career, Dr. Mussack has held various leadership positions, including Chief Physician at the Department of General and Visceral Surgery. Known for his innovative research on topics such as intra-abdominal mesh fixation and traumatic brain injury, he is a pioneer in advancing surgical techniques. His commitment to excellence and continuous professional development make him a sought-after expert in the medical community. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Mussack is actively involved in several professional associations, highlighting his engagement in shaping the future of surgery. Patients can trust in his expertise and compassionate care, knowing they are in capable hands under his supervision.

Gallery

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Colon cancer & prevention

Prof.dr.med. Thomas Mussack - Chirurgisches Klinikum-München-Süd

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education

1984-1991 Studied human medicine at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
1993 Licensed as a physician
1993 Doctorate at the Laboratory for Biomechanics and Experimental Orthopaedics, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich: ‘Mechanical resilience of autologous meniscus transplants in sheep’
1998 Recognised as a specialist in surgery
2001 Appointed senior physician
1004 Habilitation
2005 Additional qualification in emergency medicine
2006 Specialisation in visceral surgery
2010 Professorship

Experience

1992-2013 Clinic for General, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, and Clinic for General, Visceral, Vascular and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Munich
2011 Head and Surgeon in Charge of Operation Hernia Mission, Nalerigu, Ghana
2011 Appointed Managing Senior Physician
2013-2015 Member of the management board of ‘eSwiss Medical & Surgical Center AG’ at the Hirslanden Clinic Stephanshorn, St. Gallen, Switzerland
2015 Chief Physician of the Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Endoscopy, Thoracic Surgery Consultation, Surgical Clinic Munich South (CKMS)
2020 Medical Director, Artemed Klinikum München Süd (AKMS)
2024 Private surgical practice at the Interdisciplinary Oncology Centre (IOZ) Munich

Awards & Memberships

1998 Poster Prize of the German Society for Internal Medicine
1999 Günther Schlag Memorial Fund Award
2001 Lloyd M. Nyhus Award
2005 Karl Storz Award
2007-2011 Member of the Research Committee of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)
2010 Best Presentation Award of the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons
2011 Member of the Guidelines Commission of the German Hernia Society (DHG)
2012-2013 Member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the German Society for Endocrinology (DGE)
Member of the Bavarian State Medical Association (BLÄK)
Member of the Munich Medical Association (ÄKBV)
Member of the Professional Association of German Surgeons (BDC)
Member of the German Society of Surgery (DGCH)
Member of the Surgical Research Section of the German Society of Surgery (DGCH)
Member of the Association of Bavarian Surgeons (VBC)
Member of the German Society for General and Visceral Surgery (DGAV)
Member of the International Surgical Society (ISS)
Member of the Shock Society
Member of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES)
Member of the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons (ESES)
Member of the German Hernia Society (DHG)
Member of the German Society for Endocrinology (DGE)
Member of the Swiss Study Group for Morbid Obesity (SMOB)