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.
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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.
Read moreProfessor 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:
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.
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Professor, Dr. med. Andreas Kirschniak
Head of the Clinic of General and Visceral Surgery
Head of the Certified Colon Oncology Center
MBA in Healthcare
Specialization:
Robot-assisted surgery
Oncological surgery
Minimally invasive surgery
Endocrine surgery
Scientific activity:
Minimally invasive surgery: research in the field of reducing access trauma and development of innovative surgical intervention methods.
Robotic Surgery: Developed the foundations for the practical implementation of robotic technologies in oncological surgery worldwide.
Surgical Technology and Training: He has led the Surgical Technology and Training Working Group since 2010. His work has led to the development of new surgical instruments and training methods that are used worldwide.
Publications:
Since 2018, he has been co-chairman of the editorial board of the journal “Zentralblatt für Chirurgie”, responsible for the section “Training and Professional Development”.
Author of numerous scientific articles in leading medical journals on the topics of minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery and surgical technologies.
Membership in professional societies:
Head of the Department for the Support of Young Surgeons at the Association of German Surgeons since 2018, engaged in the development and support of the young generation of surgeons.
German Society for General and Visceral Surgery
Association of German Surgeons
European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
German Society for Incontinence
Academy of the German Society for General and Visceral Surgery
Awards and achievements:
Innovation Prize of the German Society for General and Visceral Surgery - for outstanding achievements in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.
Scientific Prize of the German Cancer Society for research work in the field of oncological surgery.
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