Charite University Hospital, Berlin – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke
Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. Johann Pratschke is a globally renowned Surgical Oncologist and Transplant Surgeon with over 28 years of experience, recognised as one of the top Surgical Oncologist specialists in Berlin, Germany. He is the Director of the Department of General, Visceral and Transplant Surgery at Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin and a leading international authority on minimally invasive and robotic-assisted oncological surgery.
- 28+ years of dedicated experience in oncological and transplant surgery
- Author / co-author of 1,006+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- 10.00/10 expert rating on AiroMedical international medical platform
- Director — largest surgical clinic at Charité Berlin (Campus Virchow & Campus Mitte)
- President of European Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (EPITA), since 2013
- Recipient of the Genzyme Research Award and Rudolf-Pichlmayr Prize for Transplant Research
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Studies in Human Medicine — Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU), Munich, Germany, 1987–1994
- Doctor of Medicine (MD / Dr. med.) — Institute for Surgical Research, LMU Munich, Germany, 1997 (Topic: Organ Transplantation)
- Habilitation — Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany, 2003
- Full Professorship in Surgery (Univ.-Prof.) — Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin (2014); previously Innsbruck (2009)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Research Fellowship in Transplant Surgery — Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA, 1997–1999
- Specialist Training in General, Visceral and Transplant Surgery — Charité Berlin, Germany
- Specialised training in laparoscopic gastrectomy, pancreatic and liver minimally invasive surgery
- Specialised training in robotic-assisted oncological surgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Council (Ärztekammer) Registration
- Specialist (Facharzt) — General, Visceral and Transplant Surgery
- Habilitation & Univ.-Prof. credential, Charité Berlin
- Charité Comprehensive Cancer Center — Senior Faculty
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Liver Cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Liver Metastases)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Gastric (Stomach) Cancer
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
- Lung Cancer (Thoracic Surgery)
- End-Stage Liver, Kidney & Pancreas Disease
- Multivisceral Transplantation Indications
- Hernias & Thyroid Disease
- Severe Obesity (Bariatric Surgery)
Sub-specialties
- Hepatopancreatobiliary Onco-Surgery: Complex liver and pancreatic resections, including minimally invasive and robotic approaches — sought after as a top surgical oncologist in Berlin, Germany for HPB cancers.
- Transplant Surgery: Liver, kidney, pancreas, small bowel and multivisceral transplantation — relevant for international patients researching the best surgical oncologist doctor in Germany.
- Minimally Invasive & Robotic Cancer Surgery: Pioneer in laparoscopic gastrectomy and robotic tumour surgery at Charité (since 2018).
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Liver Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Pancreas / Islet Cell Transplantation
- Small Bowel & Multivisceral Transplantation
- Liver Resection (Open / Laparoscopic / Robotic)
- Whipple Procedure (Pancreatoduodenectomy)
- Laparoscopic Gastrectomy
- Robotic Tumour Surgery
- Single-Port Laparoscopic Surgery
- Cytoreductive Colorectal & Peritoneal Surgery
- Hernia & Thyroid Surgery
- Bariatric / Adiposity Surgery
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin (Campus Virchow-Klinikum & Campus Charité Mitte), Berlin, Germany — Director, Department of General, Visceral and Transplant Surgery (Surgical Clinic of the Charité) (1 June 2014 – Present)
- Charité Comprehensive Cancer Center, Berlin, Germany — Senior Faculty (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Medical University of Innsbruck, Austria — Director, Department of Visceral, Transplant & Thoracic Surgery; Chair of Surgery (2009–2014)
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany — Senior Physician (Oberarzt) and later Deputy Clinic Director, Department of General, Visceral and Transplant Surgery (1999–2009)
- Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA — Research Fellow in Transplant Surgery (1997–1999)
- Institute for Surgical Research, LMU Munich, Germany — Doctoral Researcher (until 1997)
Academic & Research Roles
- Chair of Surgery — Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin
- President — European Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (EPITA), since 2013
- Founding Member & Scientific Advisory Board — Basic Science Committee (BSC)
- Conference President — ESOT Congress 2013, Vienna
- Advisory Board Member — European Liver and Intestine Transplant Association (ELITA)
- Member — Transplantation Society (TTS)
Key Achievements
- 1,006+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- 10.00/10 international expert rating on AiroMedical
- Pioneered first laparoscopic gastrectomies in Berlin
- Established robotic tumour surgery at Charité (since 2018)
- Director of Charité's largest surgical clinic across two campuses
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Genzyme Research Award for Human Transplant Immunology
- Rudolf-Pichlmayr Prize — German Transplant Society
- President — European Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (EPITA), 2013–present
- Conference President — ESOT Congress 2013, Vienna
Professional Memberships
- European Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (EPITA) — President
- European Liver and Intestine Transplant Association (ELITA) — Advisory Board
- The Transplantation Society (TTS)
- Basic Science Committee (BSC) — Founding member, scientific advisory board
- Charité Comprehensive Cancer Center
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Pratschke J, et al. Multiple seminal publications on liver transplantation outcomes, immunological tolerance, and ischaemia–reperfusion injury.
- Pratschke J, et al. Laparoscopic and robotic-assisted oncological surgery for HPB and gastric cancers — peer-reviewed surgical oncology literature.
- Pratschke J. Doctoral thesis — Organ Transplantation, Institute for Surgical Research, LMU Munich, 1997.
- 1,006+ additional peer-reviewed publications in international transplantation, surgical oncology, and visceral surgery journals.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Transplantation surgery and immunology
- Minimally invasive and robotic onco-surgery
- Hepatopancreatobiliary tumour surgery
- Cancer surgery outcomes research
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Oncology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| Liver Resection | ₹8,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 | $9,600 – $24,000 |
| Whipple Procedure (Pancreatoduodenectomy) | ₹10,00,000 – ₹22,00,000 | $12,000 – $26,400 |
| Laparoscopic Gastrectomy | ₹6,50,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,800 – $18,000 |
| Liver Transplantation | ₹40,00,000 – ₹95,00,000 | $48,000 – $114,000 |
| Kidney Transplantation | ₹15,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $18,000 – $42,000 |
| Pancreas Transplantation | ₹40,00,000 – ₹85,00,000 | $48,000 – $102,000 |
| Robotic Tumour Surgery | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke use in Surgical Oncologist treatment?
Prof. Pratschke uses cutting-edge surgical technologies including the da Vinci robotic platform for robotic-assisted oncological surgery, single-port laparoscopic systems, advanced 3D imaging and intraoperative navigation, modern transplantation immunosuppression protocols, and minimally invasive HPB and gastric surgery techniques. International patients can request virtual second opinions through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke specialize in treating?
As a leading surgical oncologist specialist in Berlin, Germany, Prof. Pratschke treats liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, gastric cancer, oesophageal cancer, colorectal cancer, peritoneal carcinomatosis, lung cancer, end-stage liver, kidney and pancreas disease, multivisceral transplantation indications, hernias, thyroid disease, and severe obesity — making him one of the best surgical oncologist doctors in Germany for HPB and transplant surgery.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke offer second opinions for Surgical Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Prof. Dr. Johann Pratschke can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of liver, pancreatic, gastric, colorectal, or transplantation surgery plans from a Surgical Oncologist specialist in Berlin, Germany.
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