Academic Hospital DRK Berlin-Westend

Price-value

9.40

Berlin, Germany

User Score	Total Reviews	Rating	Price Range	Media Files	Certificates	Founded In	Patients	Departments	Ownership	Clinical trials	Age Group	Clinic Type	Type of Care	Size	Online Consultations
97%	681	9.4/10	$	53	11	1991	80000	17 medical units	State hospital	Conduct clinical trials	Kids, Adults	General	Inpatient, Outpatient	Medium	Yes

Overview

Size

Medium

Clinic type

General

Type of care

Inpatient, Outpatient

Age group

Kids, Adults

3.2 on Google

The data collected based on 681 patient reviews on Google

Certificates

Features & Facts

Modern treatment of child’s diabetes

The clinic has provided innovative insulin pumps and Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems (CGMS) for the last ten years. It has entered the top 10 hospitals in Germany which treat diabetes in kids.

Oriented to colon cancer

There is a special “Intestinal center”, actively treating and diagnosing patients with colon tumors for 25+ years. The hospital built the infrastructure so patients with colon cancer will have easy access to all required facilities.

Advanced cancer tests

Pathologists examine the molecular structure of cells’ parts and detect various cancer mutations (e,g, KRAS). That allows them to plan treatment more effectively. Genetic consulting of any kind is also available.

Wide range of radiation therapy options

The hospital owns four linear accelerators and a unique 4D CT scan for treatment planning. Such a tandem allowed them to become the first hospital in Berlin equipped with most of the currently known types of radiation treatment.

Home for Westend Institute

The institute based in the hospital includes four units, creating additional opportunities in microbiology, pathology, and hygiene. In particular, the microbiological team detects, verifies, and eliminates dangerous microorganisms.

About the clinic

Academic Hospital DRK Berlin-Westend is one of the clinics with the most beautiful locations, which belongs to the DRK Clinics group in Berlin. The building is surrounded by parks and is situated far from Charlottenburg Palace. The hospital was established at the beginning of the 20th century and is famous for its historic building with garden architecture. Since 1991, the DRK Clinics Berlin-Westend has expanded and become a modern clinic. The medical team comprises more than 200 certified doctors who treat approximately 60,000 outpatient and 20,000 inpatient cases yearly. Doctors cover a wide treatment range in over 18 departments and numerous specialized centers. The clinic supports clinical and scientific cooperation with University Hospital Charite Berlin and is one of the academic teaching centers. Furthermore, the Academic Hospital DRK Berlin-Westend participates in scientific projects and conferences (e. g. , in surgery and gastroenterology). The other reason to be proud is that the DRK Clinics Berlin-Westend actively participates in 1-4 stages of clinical studies in cardiology, pediatrics, gastroenterology, and emergency medicine. Furthermore, the hospital follows all aspects of patients' therapy. In 2002, the association "Art in the West End" was organized, which with the help of contemporary art, promotes mental strength and encourages quick recovery. Worth to mention that it is certified as a "Singing Hospital". Academic Hospital DRK Berlin-Westend meets the newest requirements of today's patient treatment and care. Patients obtain qualified medical help and treatment of acute and chronic diseases at departments of general, abdominal, endocrine, and minimally invasive surgery, gynecology, cardiology, etc. Children are treated in neuropediatrics, urology, surgery, pediatric and adolescent medicine, child and adolescent psychiatry, psychotherapy, psychosomatics, etc. In addition, the obstetrics and perinatal medicine department provide medical help for pregnant women.

Primary focus

Departments & Doctors

Ophthalmology

Dr. med. Gregor Willerding, FEBO

ophthalmology, retina surgery

General, endocrine surgery

Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Steinmuller

general, endocrine, and minimally invasive surgery

Gastroenterology, geriatrics

Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Sturm

internal medicine, gastroenterology and hepatology

Gynecology

Dr. med. Wolfgang Hartmann

gynecology, mammology, and gynecological oncology

Obstetrics, perinatology

Dr. med. Andreas Nonnenmacher

obstetrics and perinatal medicine, gynecology

Gallery

Ask the Boss — episode 3

Ask the boss — episode 2

Pancreatic cancer treatment at DRK Clinics Berlin

Esophageal cancer treatment at DRK Clinics Berlin Westend

Robotic-assisted surgery at DRK Clinics Berlin Westend

Stomach cancer treatment at DRK Clinics Berlin Westend

Extra services

Visa Support

Telemedicine

Parking Space

24/7 medical assistance

Pastoral Care

Location

Spandauer Damm 130, 14050 Berlin, Germany

FAQ

Can DRK Hospital Berlin-Westend be considered a research center?

The clinic cooperates with the Charitе University Hospital in Berlin. In addition, it participates in scientific projects and conferences in surgery and gastroenterology. Another reason for pride in clinical trials at various stages - is cardiology, pediatrics, and gastroenterology.

What additional treatment methods does the hospital use?

The hospital actively implements all aspects of patient therapy. The clinic has a unique breast center for modern tissue-sparing surgeries and reconstructions. Also, it has a surgical unit equipped for successful endocrine surgery.

What is the treatment range of the clinic?

Patients receive qualified medical care in general and endocrine surgery, diabetology, neurosurgery, neuropediatrics, and neurology, as well as mammology and cardiology. A team of nutritionists, rehabilitators, and psychologists helps to consolidate effectiveness.