University Hospital Rechts der Isar – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs
Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. Stephanie E. Combs is a globally recognised Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist and academic leader with over 20 years of clinical experience, recognised as one of the leading Radiation Oncologist specialists in Munich, Germany. She is Director of the Department of RadioOncology & Radiation Therapy at TUM Klinikum rechts der Isar and Director of the Institute of Radiation Medicine at Helmholtz Munich.
- 20+ years of clinical and academic experience in radiation oncology
- Director — Department of RadioOncology and Radiation Therapy, Klinikum rechts der Isar, TUM
- Director — Institute of Radiation Medicine, Helmholtz Munich
- Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Technical University of Munich (TUM)
- Board Member — Klinikvorstand, TUM Klinikum rechts der Isar
- 25,000+ Google Scholar citations on radio-oncology and radiation therapy research
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Studies — Heidelberg University, Germany; Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, USA; University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, USA
- Doctorate of Medicine (Dr. med. / DM) — Heidelberg University, Germany, 2003
- Habilitation (Postdoctoral teaching qualification) — Heidelberg University, Germany, 2009
- Specialist Qualification (Facharzt) — Radiation Oncology, Germany
Fellowships & Special Training
- Postdoc and Residency — Clinical Cooperation Unit Radiation Oncology, Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
- Specialised training in High-Precision Radiation Therapy (Stereotactic, Proton, Heavy-Ion)
- Specialised training in Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS / SBRT)
- Specialised training in Radiobiology & Combination Therapies
- Specialised training in Brain & Skull Base Tumour Radiotherapy
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Council Registration
- Full Professor (Univ.-Prof.) of Radiation Therapy — Technical University of Munich (TUM)
- Specialist (Facharzt) — Radiation Oncology, Germany
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Meningioma)
- Skull Base Tumours
- Head and Neck Cancers
- Gastrointestinal Cancers (Pancreas, Liver, Rectum)
- Prostate Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Spinal Cord Tumours
- Oligometastatic Disease
- Bone Metastases
- Brain Metastases
- Sarcomas (Soft Tissue and Bone)
- Paediatric Tumours (in collaboration)
Sub-specialties
- High-Precision Radiation Therapy: IMRT, IGRT, SBRT, SRS, proton therapy and heavy-ion radiotherapy — sought after globally as a top radiation oncologist in Munich, Germany for high-precision oncology.
- Brain, Skull Base & Head-Neck Tumour Radiotherapy: Therapy optimisation for gliomas, meningiomas, skull base tumours and head-and-neck cancers — relevant for international patients researching the best radiation oncologist doctor in Germany.
- Personalised Oncology & Oligometastatic Disease: Personalised treatment of prostate cancer, breast cancer and oligometastatic disease.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS / Gamma Knife / CyberKnife)
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
- Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
- Proton Beam Therapy
- Heavy-Ion (Carbon Ion) Radiotherapy
- Brachytherapy
- Microbeam Radiation Therapy (Research)
- Combined Radio-Chemotherapy & Radio-Immunotherapy
- Personalised Adaptive Radiotherapy
- Whole-Brain Radiotherapy & Hippocampal-Sparing WBRT
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich (TUM), Ismaninger Str. 22, 81675 Munich, Germany — Director, Department of RadioOncology and Radiation Therapy (2014 – Present)
- Helmholtz Munich (Helmholtz Zentrum München), Neuherberg / Munich, Germany — Director, Institute of Radiation Medicine (2015 – Present)
- Technical University of Munich (TUM), Munich, Germany — Dean, Faculty of Medicine (2022 – Present)
- TUM Klinikum rechts der Isar — Member of the Klinikvorstand (Board of Directors) (Present)
- TUM Klinikum rechts der Isar — Director of the Onkologisches Zentrum (Oncology Centre, OZ) and Deputy Director of the Comprehensive Cancer Center Munich (CCCM) at TUM site (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Heidelberg University Hospital, Heidelberg, Germany — Senior Physician (Oberärztin) and Lead Senior Physician, Department of Radiation Oncology (2011 – 2014)
- Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany — Research Associate / Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin, post-doctorate (from 2003)
- Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany — Postdoc and Residency, Clinical Cooperation Unit Radiation Oncology (Past)
- Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, USA — Medical Studies (Past)
- UT Health Science Center, San Antonio, USA — Medical Studies (Past)
- Heidelberg University, Germany — Medical Studies and Doctorate (until 2003)
Academic & Research Roles
- Full Professor (Univ.-Prof.) of Radiation Therapy — TUM (since 2014)
- Dean of the Faculty of Medicine — Technical University of Munich (since 2022)
- Chair of the Senate of TUM (since 2019)
- Founder & Programme Lead — Master of Science (MSc) Programme in Radiation Biology, TUM (since 2015)
- Chair of multiple national and EU-wide research networks in radiation oncology
- Featured expert on ARD alpha — "alpha-thema Gespräch: Krebsbehandlung heute" (October 2020)
- 25,000+ citations on Google Scholar across radiation oncology research
Key Achievements
- Director of Radiation Oncology at TUM Klinikum rechts der Isar since 2014
- Director of the Institute of Radiation Medicine at Helmholtz Munich since 2015
- Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at TUM (2022 – Present)
- Founder of the MSc Radiation Biology programme at TUM
- Chair of the TUM Senate since 2019
- 25,000+ academic citations
- Lufthansa Group partnership for international patients flying to Munich for treatment
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Full Professor of Radiation Therapy — TUM
- Dean of the Faculty of Medicine — TUM (2022)
- Recognised as a leading expert in high-precision radiation oncology in Germany and Europe
- Featured expert on ARD alpha public broadcasting on cancer treatment (2020)
Professional Memberships
- German Society of Radiation Oncology (DEGRO)
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
- German Cancer Society
- Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres
- TUM Senate & Faculty Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Combs SE, et al. Master of Science (MSc) Programme in Radiation Biology — Frontiers in Oncology, 2017. doi:10.3389/fonc.2017.00226.
- Extensive research portfolio of more than 25,000 citations on Google Scholar covering high-precision radiotherapy, brain and skull base tumours, gastrointestinal cancers, head & neck cancers, breast cancer, prostate cancer and oligometastatic disease.
- Specific additional peer-reviewed publication titles and years — see Google Scholar profile for full list.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Therapy optimisation for brain and skull base tumours
- High-precision radiation therapy techniques
- Personalised treatment of prostate and breast cancers
- Oligometastatic disease management
- Microbeam radiation therapy mechanisms
- Combination radio-immunotherapy
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation Oncology Consultation | ₹20,000 – ₹50,000 | $240 – $600 |
| IMRT (Full Course) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| IGRT (Full Course) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹11,00,000 | $5,400 – $13,200 |
| Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS / Gamma Knife) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| SBRT (Full Course) | ₹6,50,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,800 – $18,000 |
| Proton Beam Therapy (Full Course) | ₹25,00,000 – ₹55,00,000 | $30,000 – $66,000 |
| Heavy-Ion (Carbon Ion) Therapy | ₹40,00,000 – ₹80,00,000 | $48,000 – $96,000 |
| Brachytherapy | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,000 – $7,800 |
| Whole-Brain Radiotherapy | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $6,000 |
*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. Stephanie E. Combs use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?
Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs employs the latest evidence-based tools, minimally invasive techniques and modern protocols relevant to Radiation Oncologist. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are also available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs specialize in treating?
As a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist in Munich, Germany, Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs treats a broad spectrum of conditions in this field — from common presentations to complex cases. Patients from across India and abroad seek treatment for conditions requiring expert Radiation Oncologist care, making Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs one of the best Radiation Oncologist doctors in Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs 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. Stephanie E. Combs?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs, 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. Stephanie E. Combs offer second opinions for Radiation Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Prof. Dr. Stephanie E. Combs can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of their treatment plan from a Radiation Oncologist specialist in Munich, Germany.
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