University Hospital Magdeburg

9.80

Magdeburg, 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
95%	655	9.8/10	$$$	16	40	1891	1130	295000	29 medical units	State hospital	Conduct clinical trials	Yes	Kids, Adults	General	Inpatient, Outpatient	Large	Yes

Overview

Size & Capacity

Large, 1,130 beds

Clinic type

General

Type of care

Inpatient, Outpatient

Age group

Kids, Adults

3.0 on Google

The data collected based on 655 patient reviews on Google

Certificates

Features & Facts

Pioneering Center for Brain Health

Launched in 2026, the interdisciplinary Center for Brain Health integrates the largest memory clinic in Saxony-Anhalt with the DZNE to provide elite early detection and antibody therapies for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

National Immunotherapy Leader

The newly established Magdeburg department for cell and immunotherapies leads in CAR-T cell applications, famously achieving an international breakthrough by treating therapy-resistant autoimmune diseases.

Advanced Robotic Neurosurgery

The clinic utilizes next-generation surgical robots for brain and spinal cord operations, achieving sub-millimeter precision in biopsies and tumor resections through real-time integration with high-field MRI imaging.

Innovation in Sepsis Care

The hospital will co-lead the €7.5 million "optiSEP" project, using Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and AI-driven data to identify life-threatening pathogens significantly faster than traditional culture methods.

Bionic Exoskeleton Integration

UMMD is a primary test site for BionicBack passive exoskeletons, which reduce lumbar strain by up to 20% during patient transfers for medical staff, thereby significantly decreasing musculoskeletal fatigue in daily clinical work.

Elite Liver & Bile Research

As a core member of the HiChol network, the clinic specializes in rare genetic cholestatic liver diseases and uses multicenter patient registries to develop targeted molecular therapies for bile acid disorders.

Digital Health & Broad Consent

Leading the nation with an 83% patient participation rate, the hospital’s Broad Consent initiative digitizes treatment data for 11,000+ patients to accelerate personalized medicine and pattern recognition for chronic diseases.

Gold Standard Hygiene

The facility was once again awarded the Clean Hands Campaign Gold Certificate, a distinction held by only five hospitals in the region, following over 20,000 documented observations of flawless hygiene.

Cognitive "Sepy" Training

The ongoing Sepy Study utilizes web-based training and MRI monitoring to investigate neural plasticity in seniors, successfully identifying specific cognitive exercises that strengthen memory resources against age-related decline.

Regional Specialized Hearing Center

As a certified Cochlear implant facility, the facility integrates artificial intelligence and binaural algorithms into hearing solutions, providing 24/7 technical support and specialized rehabilitation for all ages.

About the clinic

University Hospital Magdeburg is a premier center of medical excellence and the largest maximum-care provider in northern Saxony-Anhalt. Established in 1891, the institution forms a powerful synergy with the Medical Faculty of the Otto von Guericke University, creating a university medical center where high-end patient care, academic education, and groundbreaking research are inextricably linked. As a regional healthcare anchor, the hospital manages an extensive volume of both inpatient and outpatient cases annually, supported by a dedicated workforce of over 4,100 professionals. The hospital is internationally recognized as a global leader in neuroscience and immunology. In close collaboration with the Leibniz Institute for Neurobiology, Magdeburg has evolved into a top-tier hub for brain research and the study of molecular inflammation. This commitment to innovation was solidified by the opening of a unique European scientific center for applied brain research and medical technology. Notably, the clinic was the first in Europe to install a 7-Tesla magnetic resonance tomograph, a high-field imaging system that provides unparalleled insights into the human body. This technological edge allows the medical team to maintain a world-class focus on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly dementia and systems biology. In 2007, the institution’s excellence in immunological and cell biology research earned it the prestigious designation as one of only four national centers for systems biology. This research-driven approach ensures that patients, both adults and children, benefit from the most advanced diagnostic protocols and experimental therapies. The clinical philosophy at University Hospital Magdeburg prioritizes personalized medicine; specialists consistently favor conservative treatment paths whenever possible, transitioning to surgical intervention only when necessary. When surgery is required, the teams employ "sparing" minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery times and maximize patient safety. By training over 1,000 future physicians annually and maintaining a constant flow of innovation from the laboratory to the bedside, University Hospital Magdeburg remains a benchmark for professional competence and human-centered medical progress. The medical spectrum is exceptionally comprehensive, with over 25 specialized departments. These include high-performance units for general, abdominal, vascular, and transplant surgery, as well as elite centers for cardiology, cardiac surgery, and orthopedics. The facility also offers specialized expertise in gynecology and obstetrics, ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, and plastic and aesthetic surgery.

Primary focus

Departments & Doctors

Ophthalmology

Prof. Dr. med. Hagen Thieme

ophthalmology

Otolaryngology, head, neck surgery

Prof. Dr. med. Martin Durisin

otolaryngology

Dermatology

Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Tuting

skin and venereal diseases, allergology, dermatohistology

Neurology

Prof. Dr. med. Aiden Haghikia

neurology

Neurosurgery

Prof. Dr. med. Ibrahim Erol Sandalcioglu

neurosurgery

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Extra services

Visa Support

Telemedicine

Parking Space

24/7 medical assistance

Pastoral Care

Location

Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg, Germany

FAQ

What are the treatment areas at University Hospital Magdeburg?

Molecular medicine of inflammation and neurodegenerative disorders is a focal point in the clinic and prevents extreme complications and the subsequent need for a severe cure. Innovative methods are quickly introduced into clinical practice through collaboration with research centers.

Is it considered suitable for surgical operations?

The hospital has a robotic center jointly managed by surgeons from the general and visceral surgery, urology, and gynecology departments. Three-dimensional images from the camera and high-precision surgical instruments make it even easier to perform complex operations on lung tumors or near the heart.

Does the medical center treat neurological diseases?

The neurosurgery department uses the minimally invasive surgery of stereotaxis, thanks to which it is possible to get every part of the brain with high precision, followed by high-dose radiation, and treat Parkinson's disease using brain stimulation with a high success rate.