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Assoc. Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Gerald Prager is a Vienna-based specialist in hematology and internal oncology with about 17 to 19 years of experience. He graduated from the Medical University of Vienna. From 2006 to 2011, he completed his residency and fellowship in hematology and oncology there. In 2011, he was a Visiting Professor at the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center (USC). In 2012, he became an Associate Professor at MedUni Vienna.

He leads the Precision Medicine in Cancer Unit. His work focuses on colorectal cancer, precision oncology, tumor angiogenesis, and predictive biomarker assessment. He is a permanent reviewer for leading journals, including Blood and the European Journal of Clinical Investigation.

Neurologist

Dr. Thomas Bachleitner-Hofmann is a leading visceral surgeon at Confraternitaet Private Hospital. He specializes in surgery for large and small intestine, peritoneal, and breast cancers. He is known for his advanced surgical skills and his focus on team-based cancer care.

He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research, European Society of Coloproctology, and the Austrian Breast and Colorectal Cancer Study Group. Dr. Bachleitner-Hofmann has received awards such as the Heinrich Treichl Prize, ACO-ASSO Award, AACR Aflac Award, Theodor Billroth Prize, and the Prize of the City of Vienna for his work in cancer research.

Ophthalmic surgeon

Professor Gerhard Prager is a highly experienced bariatric surgery specialist with over 3,000 operations for obesity treatment. He is the head of the Obesity Outpatient Clinic in Vienna General Hospital and head of the Metabolic Surgery Center in Confraternitaet Private Hospital. He is a member of several organizations such as the IFSO-European Chapter, the Austrian Obesity Association, the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, the Austrian Society of Surgery, the Austrian Society of Bariatric Surgery, and the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery.

Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department

Head of Cardiac Surgery Department

Head of Ophtalmology Department

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dagmar Bancher is a senior gynecologist and obstetrician in Vienna. She has over 25 years of experience. She completed her medical studies at the University of Vienna in 1991. She qualified as a specialist in gynecology and obstetrics in 1998.

Her expertise includes high-risk pregnancy care, pediatric and adolescent gynecology, and cervical dysplasia diagnosis. She also performs gynecologic surgery, including hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and myomectomy.

She holds a postgraduate degree in medical leadership. She consults in German, English, French, and Italian.

Professor Michael Georgopoulos is a Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in surgical diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous body. He is known for advanced procedures such as macular opening, macular fold correction, vitreomacular traction syndrome, and retinal detachment surgeries. He also performs combined cataract and retinal surgeries. In addition, he manages cases of vitreous hemorrhage and opacification.

Dr. Georgopoulos is recognized for introducing seamless 23-gauge transconjunctival vitrectomy. He also pioneered additive anti-VEGF therapy and the use of high-resolution 3D optical coherence tomography (HR-OCT) for pre- and postoperative assessment. He leads clinical research on postoperative cortisone therapy, comparison of surgical techniques, drug therapy for the vitreous body, and cytokine analysis in retinal diseases.

Dr. Martin Zehetmayer is an experienced ophthalmic surgeon. He earned his doctorate from the University of Vienna and holds specialist accreditation in ophthalmology and optometry. Since 1999, he has served as Senior Physician and Head of the Eye Clinic. He has led progress in eye tumor treatment, especially using stereotactic radiation therapy for malignant choroid tumors.

Dr. Zehetmayer has published about 100 scientific papers. His research covers ophthalmic oncology, corneal collagen structures, new methods of cataract anesthesia, intraocular lenses, and pediatric strabismus. He is active in several national and international ophthalmological societies and has held leadership roles. His work has made a strong impact in the field.

Dr. Klaus Kaczirek is a senior physician at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in hepatobiliopancreatic, oncological visceral, and endocrine surgery. He holds a PhD in medicine and an advanced qualification in visceral surgery. Dr. Kaczirek has over 20 years of experience working in high-volume surgical centers.

He is an expert in complex surgeries involving the liver, pancreas, biliary tract, gastrointestinal system, and endocrine tumors. Since 2008, he has led the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas working group of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Kaczirek is a member of several respected medical societies, including the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons. He also reviews articles for leading international medical journals.

Dr. Sebastian Schoppmann is an expert in general and visceral surgery. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal procedures. He leads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit at the Comprehensive Cancer Center Vienna. He also heads the gastric and esophageal surgery team at the Medical University of Vienna.

Dr. Schoppmann has published over 240 scientific articles. He is the General Secretary of the Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology. He has served as editor or associate editor for several respected medical journals. He is known for his achievements in surgical oncology and cancer research.

Dr. Philipp Riss is the Team Leader in Surgical Endocrinology at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in general and visceral surgery. Dr. Riss earned his Doctorate in Medicine in 2005. He is a Senior Physician and a University Professor. He leads the Surgical Endocrinology Working Group. Dr. Riss has also organized several major international congresses.

He has received the Venia Docendi Award and the Sandoz Award for Thyroid Research. Dr. Riss is a member of leading societies, such as the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons and the International Society of Surgery. He also serves on advisory boards for neuroendocrine and endocrine surgery in Austria.

Dr. Josef Grohs is an experienced orthopedist who specializes in spine surgery. He has over 30 years of clinical practice. He received his medical degree from the University of Vienna in 1986. He also completed advanced training in clinical examination, manual medicine, and clinical monitoring. Dr. Grohs holds a habilitation in orthopedics and has been a certified orthopedic surgeon since 1998.

He is the Chair of AO-Spine Austria and serves on the Advisory Board of the Austrian Spine Society. He was President of the society from 2009 to 2011. Dr. Grohs has performed surgeries in several countries. He is a core reviewer for the Spine Society of Europe and has published many articles in his field. His leadership and knowledge have improved orthopedic and spine care in Austria and internationally.

Dr. Walter Klepetko is a Professor and Head of the Division of Thoracic Surgery at MedUni Vienna and Vienna General Hospital. He is an expert in thoracic surgery, lung transplantation, surgery for bronchial carcinoma, and pulmonary hypertension.

He founded one of the world’s largest lung transplant programs. His team performs over 100 lung transplants each year. In 2018, Dr. Klepetko led the team that performed Niki Lauda’s lung transplant. He is a former president of the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. He also serves on the board of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Klepetko has received the Grand Decoration of Honor for services to the Austrian Republic. He was also awarded the City of Vienna Prize for Medical Sciences for his medical and scientific contributions.

Professor Marek Ehrlich is a cardiac surgeon at University Hospital Vienna. He has led the hospital’s aneurysm program since 2010. He graduated from the Medical University of Vienna and specializes in cardiac surgery. He has also trained internationally at Stanford, Birmingham, Houston, and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.

Dr. Ehrlich has published over 100 scientific articles on aneurysm surgery. He has led research in neuroprotection and endovascular techniques. He has received several international awards for his work. Dr. Ehrlich often speaks at major global conferences. He is fluent in English and Polish.