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Prof. Dr. Med. Michael Friedrich is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist with 23+ years of clinical experience and membership in numerous professional societies. He has trained under renowned doctors and published several articles in peer-reviewed journals.

Neurosurgeon

20 years of experience

• Head of the neurosurgery department, author of a rehabilitation method after surgery.
• The doctor specializes in the treatment of brain and skull base tumors, and spinal diseases.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Orthopedist

24 years of experience

• Chief physician of the orthopedic department, specialist in joint replacement, spinal surgery and arthroscopic operations (through small punctures).
• 1997 - Orthopaedic surgeon at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Trust Stanmore in London.
• Member of the Professional Association of Orthopedists and Traumatologists;

Obstetrician-gynecologist

21 years of experience

• She received her medical education in Heidelberg, Tübingen, Nagpur (India) and Göttingen.
• Chief physician of the breast center;
• Member of the German Society of Senology.

Membership in societies:

German Society of Oncology and Haemato-oncology GDHO
German Association of Physicians

American Association for Cancer Research

Expert in scientific journals 

Close collaboration with leading haematologists 

Involved in molecular biology research on the treatment of haemato-oncological diseases

Specialization:

Comprehensive treatment of tumour diseases, in particular chemotherapy, immunotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy molecular diagnostics.

Work experience:

2006: Graduation from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Köln

2011: Specialization ‘Haematologist, Oncologist and Immunologist’

2011: Deputy Chief Physician of the Pulmonology Clinic Köln, Haematologist, Oncologist and Immunologist. Cologne, Haemato-oncologist and senior palliative care physician

2016: Qualification as a specialist in genetics

2021: Chief Physician of the Clinic for Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care at the certified interdisciplinary cancer centre BKZ Solingen.

Dr. Fox is also actively involved in molecular biology research to develop and implement innovative treatments for haemato-oncological diseases. Her scientific work in this area has contributed to significant advances in understanding the molecular mechanisms of cancer and the development of effective therapies.

Dr. Fox specializes in the comprehensive treatment of tumour diseases, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, radiation therapy and molecular diagnostics.

Throughout her career, Dr. Fox has proven herself to be an outstanding specialist, constantly innovating treatment methods and approaches. Her patients receive the most effective and state-of-the-art treatments, which has earned her recognition and respect amongst colleagues and patients alike.

Professor Dr. MD. Peter Heering works on the EU Kalsey centre of the Academic Prostatic Cancer Research Unit Munich, Germany, in the treatment of prostate cancer. He is a member of the German, European, American and International societies of medicine. He has a busy clinical in Europe and USA, works here as a visiting professor and consultant.

Membership in societies:

Expert of scientific journals 

Close co-operation with leading surgeons

Membership of the German Medical Association 

Specialities:

Introduction of new and modern techniques in the field of oncological surgery
General and visceral surgery

Minimally invasive surgery

Gastrointestinal oncology surgery

Oncological surgery

Haemorrhoids treatment

Additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

Surgery and transplantation of the pancreas

Work Experience:

2005: Specialist in the field of surgery

2008: Appointed Senior Consultant specialising in pancreatic surgery and transplantation

2010: Coordinator of the Pancreatic Cancer Centre (Oncocert)

2013: Specialist in visceral surgery

2014: Managing Senior Physician, additional clinical specialisation in minimally invasive and hernia surgery

2019: Chief Surgeon of the Colorectal Cancer Centre Bochum (the first certified colorectal cancer centre in Germany and one of the first certified leading colorectal centres in Europe)

2021: Chief Surgeon of the Department of Surgery at the Academic Hospital Solingen

Thanks to the professor and his team, the department has been modernised by introducing modern surgical methods of treatment and especially improved methods of post-operative recovery. The Department of Surgery at the Solingen Clinic is now further expanding its focus on minimally invasive surgery in the direction of robotics. The clinic has allocated a huge budget for the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment in order to offer patients a full range of surgical methods for the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the oesophagus, lungs, stomach, liver, pancreas and intestines according to current guidelines and using the most modern technical equipment.

Professor Schenker is an active researcher and lecturer. He lectures at medical universities and organises seminars and workshops for colleagues. He cooperates closely with the Cancer Centre, the Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Centre, the Intestinal Cancer Treatment Centre and the Interregional Trauma Centre.

Professor Dihné is  a true master in understanding the subtle mechanisms of the nervous system. His professionalism is manifested in his profound knowledge of anatomy and physiology, as well as in his ability to accurately identify and effectively treat diseases that can affect both the physical and psychological state of the patient. Professor Dihné listens carefully to everyone, creating an atmosphere of trust, and based on thorough examinations and analyses, develops an individualized treatment plan. He not only has knowledge in his hands, but also the ability to feel and understand how to restore harmony in a person's body and mind, giving them back their quality of life.

Membership in societies and awards:

German Society of Physicians. 

Research Award of the Christian and Claudia Hempel Foundation for outstanding research in the field of clinical stem cell research.

Author of numerous publications in leading medical journals in Germany and Europe.

Specialization:

• neurology 
• strokes
• epilepsy 
• nervous system regeneration
• microelectrode arrays

Work experience:

2001-2004: Training at the Centre for Molecular Neurobiology in Hamburg.

2004-2011: Training at the Neurological University Clinic Düsseldorf.

2011-2013: Training at the Neurological University Hospital Tübingen and the Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research. 

Professor Dihne began his scientific career at the University of Düsseldorf. 

2013-2023  Professor Dihne successfully headed the Department of Neurology at the St. Lukas Klinik Solingen for 10 years.

Since 2024: Chief Physician at the Department of Neurology at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

Under his leadership, the hospital is actively expanding its services, including paediatric cardiology and intensive care, and is planning to establish an interdisciplinary center for parents and children on the basis of the Department of Paediatrics.

Dr. Propson's many years of experience have established him as a leading expert in neonatology and paediatric cardiology in Germany and Europe. His dedication and commitment to the highest level of care for young patients is reflected in his work. Dr. Propson's research and scientific publications demonstrate his in-depth knowledge and commitment to development in paediatrics.

For many years Dr. Propson worked as a leading physician in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Leverkusen Clinic in Leverkusen, Germany, where he was also responsible for managing the paediatric intensive care unit. In addition to his primary work, Dr. Propson devotes a great deal of time to continuing education to ensure that his patients receive the most up-to-date treatments in his department.

His unique professional qualities and qualifications set him apart from other physicians. Dr. Propson's patients can rest assured that they are in good hands at the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Academic Hospital Solingen.

Membership in societies:

German Association of Physicians

Expert of scientific journals

Specialisations:

Emergency medicine

Intensive care

Paediatric cardiology

Neonatology

Work Experience:

2006: Graduation from the Faculty of Medicine

2006 - 2011: Specialization as a specialist in paediatrics and adolescent medicine.

2011 - 2023: Lead physician in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Leverkusen Clinic.

2023: Chief physician in the Department of Paediatrics at the Academic Hospital Solingen.