University Hospital Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum

9.80

Bochum, Germany

User Score	Total Reviews	Rating	Price Range	Media Files	Certificates	Founded In	Beds	Patients	Departments	Ownership	Clinical trials	Is University Hospital	Age Group	Clinic Type	Type of Care	Size	Online Consultations
91%	361	9.8/10	$$$	11	4	1909	479	72000	13 medical units	State hospital	Conduct clinical trials	Yes	Kids, Adults	General	Inpatient, Outpatient	Large	Yes

Overview

Size & Capacity

Large, 479 beds

Clinic type

General

Type of care

Inpatient, Outpatient

Age group

Kids, Adults

4.4 on Google

The data collected based on 361 patient reviews on Google

Certificates

Features & Facts

Neural Network & Seizure Excellence

The clinic is an international leader in treating functional neurological disorders and drug-resistant epilepsy. It integrated ultra-high field 7T MRI and AI-driven video semiology to improve diagnostic accuracy for dissociative seizures by over 30%.

Top-Tier European Transplant Hub

As a JACIE-accredited center, the hospital completes 150+ transplantations annually, totaling over 2,000 to date. It specializes in stem cell and complex internal organ transplants, utilizing optical genome mapping to monitor minimal residual disease in leukemia patients.

Germany’s Cardiovascular Powerhouse

The center remains the largest of its kind in Germany, having performed more than 100,000 cardiac surgeries. It expanded its 24/7 ECMO support division, offering the most advanced catheter procedures for structural heart disease.

Comprehensive Urological Oncology

The urology department conducts 4,200+ surgeries annually, specializing in robotic-assisted tumor removal. It features dedicated units for andrology and pediatric urology, providing specialized precision medicine protocols based on individual genetic profiling.

Reconstructive & Plastic Surgery Fame

Recognized globally for its work in severe burn injuries and reconstruction, the clinic serves as a primary hub for complex plastic surgery. It utilizes next-generation biomaterials and drug-free antibacterial polymers to accelerate tissue regeneration.

Pioneering Ophthalmology & Visual Neuroscience

The ophthalmology department began using sustained-release drug-delivery implants (such as iDose) for glaucoma and neuroprotection, enabling automated, long-term intraocular pressure control without daily eye drops.

Interdisciplinary Vascular Competence

Home to Germany’s first university-certified vascular competence unit, the clinic integrates dermatology and vascular surgery to treat complex venous diseases and chronic wounds with a 90% success rate in limb preservation.

Center for Rare Movement Disorders

In partnership with Ruhr-University, the neurology wing identified a new genetic cause of spastic paraplegia. It serves as a national referral site for ataxia, Huntington’s disease, and Parkinson’s, offering access to novel gene-silencing therapies.

Digital Health & AI Integration

Ranked among Germany’s best hospitals, the facility uses AI-guided triage in its emergency department and has developed the nation's first psychiatric advance directive template to empower patients in mental health crises.

About the clinic

Emerging from its heritage as a specialized facility for the mining industry, the University Hospital Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum has evolved into a high-tech cornerstone of the medical faculty at Ruhr University Bochum. Since 1972, this institution has functioned as a bridge between the intense physical demands of the Ruhr industrial region and the sophisticated academic research of a premier German university center. Today, it stands as a regional trauma fortress and a European beacon for complex surgical interventions, powered by a highly motivated workforce of over 1,400 specialists. The most prestigious claim to fame is its world-class transplant center. It is widely regarded as one of Europe’s elite destinations for combined kidney and pancreas transplantations, performing approximately 140 organ transplants annually. This is not merely a surgical ward but a living laboratory for transplantation immunology and organ preservation. Surgeons here work in lockstep with molecular biologists to advance the science of organ longevity, ensuring that the body’s immune response is managed with the same precision as the surgery itself. This research-heavy approach extends to their oncology units, where teams investigate the molecular triggers of cancer to develop hyper-personalized treatment pathways. The diagnostic infrastructure at Knappschaftskrankenhaus is built for speed and high-resolution accuracy. Equipped with ultra-fast 64-slice CT technology, the radiology and nuclear medicine departments can perform full-body scans in seconds, a critical capability for their regional trauma center. This speed is matched by the vascular team's expertise in endovascular engineering, where complex interventions, including stent implantations, balloon dilatations, and intra-arterial lysis, are performed through needle-sized incisions. These minimally invasive strategies are designed to bypass the trauma of open surgery, allowing for significantly faster recovery times. Beyond its surgical prowess, the hospital is a certified EndoCert center for orthopedics, setting the national standard for hip and knee replacements. The clinical spectrum is rounded out by specialized excellence in ophthalmology, neurosurgery, and maxillofacial surgery, providing a whole-body medical network under one roof. By combining the rapid-response culture of a miners' hospital with the intellectual rigor of the RUB academic faculty, Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum delivers a standard of care that consistently earns top honors from FOCUS magazine and, more importantly, the trust of the thousands of patients who walk through its doors each year.

Primary focus

Departments & Doctors

Ophtalmology

Prof. Dr. med. Burkhard Dick

ophthalmology and eye surgery

General, vascular surgery

Prof. Dr. med. Richard Viebahn

general, vascular, and transplantation surgery

Hematology, oncology, stem cell

Prof. Dr. med. Roland Schroers

internal medicine, gastroenterology, hematology, and oncology

Cardiology, angiology

Dr. med. Polykarpos Christos Patsalis

internal medicine, cardiology and interventional cardiology, and emergency medicine

Infectious diseases

Dr. med. Antonios Katsounas

internal medicine, gastroenterology, infectiology disease, and intensive care

Gallery

Everyday care in the central emergency room and intensive care unit

Everyday care in UKK-Bochum

Extra services

Visa Support

Telemedicine

Parking Space

24/7 medical assistance

Pastoral Care

Location

In d. Schornau 23-25, 44892 Bochum, Germany

FAQ

Why should I choose the hospital for a combined kidney and pancreas transplant?

A feature of the clinic is the introduction of quick surgery, which allows for faster recovery after the operation and, therefore, reduces the length of hospital stay. In addition, kidneys and pancreas are transplanted regularly, improving skills and already high treatment results.

Why is joint replacement popular in the University Hospital Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum?

The minimally invasive methods of joint endoprosthesis allow for avoiding complex preparation for the operation and prolonged rehabilitation. In addition, thanks to the unique bikini access, the skin incision parallel to the inguinal fold results in a less noticeable postoperative scar.

What is the Bochum model in neurology?

The hospital is an international center of excellence for epileptology and Parkinson’s disease. It utilizes advanced deep-brain stimulation and robot-assisted stereotactic EEG to map brain seizures with sub-millimeter precision, providing curative surgical options for patients previously considered untreatable.