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University Hospital Göttingen

University Hospital Göttingen
9.60

Gottingen, Germany

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User ScoreTotal ReviewsRatingPrice RangeMedia FilesCertificatesFounded InBedsPatientsDepartmentsOwnershipClinical trialsIs University HospitalAge GroupClinic TypeType of CareSizeOnline Consultations
89%9299.6/10$$$14331737160028500032 medical unitsState hospitalConduct clinical trialsYesKids, AdultsGeneralInpatient, OutpatientLargeNo

Overview

Size & Capacity

Large, 1,600 beds

Clinic type

General

Type of care

Inpatient, Outpatient

Age group

Kids, Adults

3.3 on Google

The data collected based on 929 patient reviews on Google

Certificates

Features & Facts

Top-Tier National Ranking
In the 2026 Newsweek "World's Best Hospitals" report, UMG ranked 14th in Germany and is the #1-ranked university clinic in Lower Saxony for medical excellence.
Thousands of Abdominal Surgeries
The Department of General, Visceral, and Pediatric Surgery performs over 4,500 operations annually, with a 25% increase in robotic-assisted procedures using the Da Vinci and Senhance systems.
Pioneering Lung Cancer Care
As a DKG-certified Lung Tumor Center since 2014, the facility treats over 1,200 new cases each year and maintains one of Germany's highest volumes of robotic-assisted pulmonary lobe removals.
Heart & Brain Integration
With the 2024 opening of the €38 million Heart & Brain Center, the clinic leads 50+ interdisciplinary trials investigating the molecular links between strokes and cardiac arrhythmias.
Vast Clinical Trial Network
UMG manages over 2,000 active clinical trials across oncology and neurology, collaborating with the German Center for Cardiovascular Research to provide patients with early access to therapies.

About the clinic

University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) stands as one of the most prestigious and expensive university hospitals in Germany. By uniting the Faculty of Medicine and the University Hospital, the institution creates a singular environment where excellent research, academic teaching, and patient care are brought together under one roof. This synergy provides a strong foundation in basic science that remains strictly focused on patients' practical medical needs. As one of the largest medical training facilities in the country, the faculty maintains a global reputation for its three priority research areas: neurology, cardiovascular research, and oncology. Consistently ranked among the top medical institutions in Germany, UMG successfully fulfills the triad of modern medicine: high-end patient care, the training of the next generation of physicians, and continuous scientific development. The medical team employs a sophisticated interdisciplinary approach, ensuring that patients with any pathology receive immediate assistance from allied specialists and benefit from a robust multidisciplinary base. This renowned integration model has proven exceptionally effective, particularly for patients presenting with severe, chronic, or comorbid conditions that require a unified treatment strategy. A significant emphasis is placed on expanding outpatient departments that provide high-quality medical care to Southern Lower Saxony and beyond. These specialized outpatient sectors offer skilled services for the management of severe, complex, and rare diseases that require the expertise of a university-level facility. The qualified medical team at the University Hospital offers treatment for the entire spectrum of human health, with dedicated departments for otolaryngology, ophthalmology, general, thoracic, and vascular surgery, neurology, urology, gynecology, hematology, and medical oncology. Innovation is a hallmark of the institution, exemplified by its coordination of major international initiatives such as the European Excellence Project for the study and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. All diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are conducted in strict accordance with the highest national and international standards. Beyond technical proficiency, the medical staff is committed to fostering a supportive, pleasant atmosphere, ensuring patients feel comfortable and personally cared for throughout their recovery journey.

Primary focus

cancer
heart
alzheimers
brain
surgery
bone
radiotherapy
children
heart failure
carcinoma
dementia
sclerosis
amyloid
tumor
rectal cancer
breast
metastases
cerebrospinal fluid
multiple sclerosis
valve
pancreatic cancer
infarction
head
lung
myocardial infarction
stem cell transplantation
breast cancer
lymphoma
autism
artery
neck
myocardium
ganglion
cardiomyopathy
urothelial carcinoma
glioblastoma
cardiology
injury
melanoma
retinal ganglion
implants
aortic valve
depression
mutation
lung cancer
stroke
liver
enamel
coronary artery
atrial fibrillation
degeneration
memory
subarachnoid hemorrhage
prostate
spine
magnetic resonance imaging
hemorrhage
kidney
leukemia
nerve
reconstruction
squamous cell
urology
squamous cell carcinoma
catheter
pulmonary embolism
psychiatry
brain metastases
psychotherapy
macular

Departments & Doctors

General, pediatric surgery
Prof. Dr. med. Michael Ghadimi

general, abdominal and pediatric surgery

Ophthalmology
Prof. Dr. med. Hans Hoerauf

ophthalmology, vitreoretinal surgery

Dermatology, allergology
Prof. Dr. med. Michael Peter Schon

dermatology, venereology, immunology, and allergology

Gastroenterology, endocrinology
Prof. Dr. med. Volker Ellenrieder

internal medicine, gastroenterology, gastroenterological oncology, endocrinology, and infectious disease

Geriatrics
Prof. Dr. med. Christine von Arnim

geriatrics and neurology

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Extra services

Visa Support
Parking Space
24/7 medical assistance
Pastoral Care
Intensive Care Unit

Location

Robert-Koch-Straße 40, 37075 Göttingen, Germany

FAQ

What range of services does University Hospital Gottingen offer?

Doctors use world-class methods of treating throat, nose, and ear diseases, vision problems, and neurological and urological disorders. In addition, the list of services expands to include blood-related issues and general therapeutic and oncological treatment, with minimally invasive, organ-sparing surgical techniques.

What is the uniqueness of the hospital?

The clinic is included in the list of the 20 best hospitals in the country, based on ratings, due to its unique model of complex treatment, which allows treating several diseases simultaneously and therefore provides a better indicator of treatment efficiency.

Is stem cell therapy available at the clinic?

Doctors use stem cell therapy to repair cartilage defects, joint pain, and bone fusion disorders. Combined surgical therapy (most often arthroscopies) and stem cells are increasingly an alternative to joint endoprostheses and can restore patients' ability to perform daily activities.

Is pancreatic cancer treatment confirmed in the hospital?

The surgical department is among the first in Germany to introduce minimally invasive surgery and has achieved impressive results with the DaVinci procedure. The Surgical Cancer Society awarded the hospital a reference center certificate for its contributions to pancreatic and colon cancer.

What is the rating of the clinic?

University Hospital Göttingen is rated as 9.60 by AiroMedical.

What do patients say about University Hospital Göttingen?

The clinic has 929 feedbacks at other places. The UserScore of the hospital is 89%.

What is the primary focus of the hospital?

The medical center is an expert at cancer, heart, alzheimers, brain, and surgery.

What is the overall experience of the facility?

University Hospital Göttingen has been operating since 1737. It has accumulated over 289 years of clinical background.

Where can I see the hospital's work, interior space, and exterior?

AiroMedical gallery has 14 photos related to University Hospital Göttingen.

Does the clinic have certification or recognition?

What is the structure of the hospital?

Where is the clinic located?

The address of the facility is Robert-Koch-Straße 40 37075, Gottingen, Germany.

Does the hospital offer online consultations?

No, University Hospital Göttingen doesn’t perform virtual appointments.

What age range of patients can be admitted to the clinic?

The hospital accepts patients of all ages.

What type of stay is offered at University Hospital Göttingen?

The clinic offers both inpatient and outpatient services, so you can be hospitalized (if indicated).

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