University Hospital Rostock

9.90

Rostock, 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%	395	9.9/10	$$$	14	18	1419	1082	213600	28 medical units	State hospital	Conduct clinical trials	Yes	Kids, Adults	General	Inpatient, Outpatient	Large	No

Overview

Size & Capacity

Large, 1,082 beds

Clinic type

General

Type of care

Inpatient, Outpatient

Age group

Kids, Adults

3.3 on Google

The data collected based on 395 patient reviews on Google

Certificates

Features & Facts

Global Rare Disease Hub

As a core member of the European Reference Network (ERN), the clinic specializes in 8,000+ rare conditions, providing ultra-precise diagnostics for diseases with a prevalence of less than 5 per 10,000 people.

State Oncology Leadership

The Rostock-based State Oncology Center (CCC MV) manages 11,000+ new cancer cases annually, integrating DKG-certified expertise with the latest ISO-standardized molecular pathology for personalized tumor profiling.

Sole Regional Transplant Center

Operating since 1976, it remains the only multidisciplinary transplant center in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, performing life-saving kidney, liver, pancreas, and cornea procedures for 35,000+ patients to date.

Expansive Clinical Trial Portfolio

The hospital currently manages 500+ active clinical trials, offering patients exclusive access to experimental immunotherapies, bioengineering innovations, and neuro-regenerative treatments at the Albrecht Kossel Institute.

Advanced Headache Management

Certified by the International Headache Society, the center treats 200+ headache types using neuromodulation, Botox protocols, and CGRP-antibody therapies for refractory chronic migraines.

Neuro-Regeneration Pioneer

The Albrecht Kossel Institute is a global leader in neuro-regeneration, focusing on protein transport dysfunction in ALS and Parkinson’s, and successfully applying electrical implants to restore motor function.

Elite Cardiovascular Services

The cardiology unit performs 3,500+ interventional procedures annually, utilizing AI-assisted catheterization and 24/7 emergency protocols to achieve an 88% success rate in acute myocardial infarction recovery.

Center for Translational Neurology

Under the CTNR initiative, the hospital bridges the gap between lab research and bedside care, currently leading the 25,000-participant ROPAD study to identify early biomarkers for Parkinson's disease.

Comprehensive Perinatal Care

As a Level 1 Perinatal Center, it supports 2,500+ births and complex neonatal surgeries annually, featuring a specialized NICU that manages high-risk pregnancies from across the Baltic Sea region.

High-Tech Surgical Precision

The facility operates 20+ specialized operating theaters equipped with robotic-assisted systems, performing 15,000+ inpatient surgeries yearly with a focus on minimally invasive fast-track recovery models.

About the clinic

Standing as the medical vanguard of the Baltic coast, the University Hospital Rostock represents the oldest and most expansive healthcare institution in the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern region. This facility is not merely a hospital but a sprawling academic ecosystem where over 80 professors and 1,900 students drive the future of German medicine. Operating more than 50 clinics and specialized institutes, the hospital serves as a comprehensive care anchor, offering a sophisticated medical infrastructure that attracts patients from across Northern Europe seeking elite, evidence-based interventions. The patient experience here is defined by a seamless "single-source" philosophy. Rather than navigating isolated departments, patients benefit from integrated medical assistance centers. These hubs dissolve traditional boundaries between specialties, ensuring that a patient with a complex condition, such as a rare disease or a multi-system oncological issue, is reviewed by a collaborative board of experts simultaneously. This interdisciplinary rigor is supported by the University of Rostock’s laboratory capacity, providing clinicians with immediate access to molecular diagnostics and experimental therapeutic pathways that are often unavailable in standard clinical settings. Innovation at Rostock is matched by a deep commitment to physical recovery and patient dignity. The hospital’s rehabilitation wing is particularly robust, featuring a dedicated team of over 40 physiotherapists who specialize in rapid mobilization following neurological trauma or complex musculoskeletal surgery. The inpatient environment mirrors this high standard; every bed is situated in a modernized space equipped with digital amenities and specialized ergonomic furniture, designed to foster a sense of stability and progress during the healing process. The hospital's clinical repertoire is exhaustive, ranging from high-precision neurosurgery and cardiology to sensitive fields such as pediatrics and palliative medicine. Through its specialized centers, the hospital tackles modern health challenges, including a dedicated obesity department, a certified vascular center, and a comprehensive cancer unit. Furthermore, as a designated center for rare diseases, the hospital serves as a diagnostic court of last resort for patients with medical mysteries. By merging centuries of academic tradition with a forward-leaning approach to biotechnology and compassionate nursing, the University Hospital Rostock ensures that every patient journey is backed by the full weight of modern scientific achievement.

Primary focus

Departments & Doctors

Genera, thoracic, vascular, transplant surgery

Prof. Dr. med. Clemens Schafmayer

general, visceral and thoracic surgery

Ophthalmology

Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Fuchsluger, FEBO, MHBA

ophthalmology

Accident, hand, reconstructive surgery

Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Mittlmeier

orthopedics, hand, and reconstructive surgery

Pediatric surgery

Prof. Dr. med. Stefanie Marzheuser

pediatric surgery

Neurosurgery

Prof. Dr. med. habil. Thomas M. Freiman

neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery, epilepsy

Gallery

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Extra services

Visa Support

Parking Space

24/7 medical assistance

Pastoral Care

Intensive Care Unit

Location

Schillingallee 35, 18057 Rostock, Germany

FAQ

Should I choose University Hospital Rostock for lung surgery?

The hospital is a good place for surgery, thanks to modern methods, including laser and VATS lung operations. This technique can cut out unhealthy tissue, stopping the bleeding and sealing the wound, which is ideal for deep tumors in the lung or multiple small lung metastases.

What makes Rostock a pioneer in transplant medicine?

The hospital is the first and only multidisciplinary transplant center in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It specializes in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants, as well as bone marrow and cornea procedures. The center is known for its high-volume success in living donor kidney transplants and uses advanced organ perfusion systems to ensure optimal graft function in complex recipients.

Is treating cerebral and spinal cord dysfunction available in the clinic?

Cerebral and spinal cord dysfunction is primarily treated with neurostimulation electrodes, which require computer-assisted planning. Thin electrodes with millimeter-precision are implanted in the affected brain area, effectively normalizing movement via electrical impulses.