Ludwig Maximilian University Hospital, Munich – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Med. Florian Heinen
Prof. Dr. med. Florian Heinen is a Senior Consultant Paediatric Neurologist in Munich with 25+ years of experience in acute and chronic diseases of the nervous system in children. He is the Head of Paediatric Neurology and Developmental Neuroscience at LMU Munich and is internationally recognised as a global leader in paediatric neurology.
- 25+ years of clinical experience in paediatric neurology
- Head of Paediatric Neurology, Dr. von Hauner's Children's Hospital, LMU Munich
- Board Member — European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS)
- Chairman & Secretary — Working Party Botulinum Toxin, German Society for Neurology
- Recipient — Fred P. Sage Award from AACPDM, USA
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation — Schooling and High School Diploma (Abitur), Kardinal-Frings Gymnasium, Bonn, Germany, 1979
- Graduation — Studied Human Medicine, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität, Freiburg, Germany
- Post Graduation — Specialty training in Neurology, Psychiatry, and Paediatrics, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität, Freiburg, from 1987
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialist Certification — Paediatric Neurology, Germany
- Specialised training in Botulinum Toxin Therapy
- Advanced training in cerebral palsy management and developmental neurology
Certifications & Accreditations
- Bavarian Medical Council Registration
- Professor of Paediatric Neurology — LMU Munich
- Chairman & Secretary — Working Party Botulinum Toxin, German Society for Neurology
- Scientific Advisory Board Member — German Dystonia Society (DDG)
- Board Member — European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS)
- Member — Society for Clinical Neurophysiology and Functional Imaging
- Member — American Academy on Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM), USA
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Cerebral Palsy (CP) in Children
- Paediatric Stroke (Arterial Ischaemic Stroke)
- Paediatric Movement Disorders
- Dystonia in Children
- Paediatric Epilepsy
- Headache & Migraine in Children
- Inflammatory Neurological Diseases
- Neuromuscular Pathologies (Paediatric)
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
- Developmental Neurological Disorders
- Children with Medical and Developmental Complexity
Sub-specialties
- Cerebral Palsy & Movement Disorders: Internationally recognised expert in cerebral palsy management and botulinum toxin therapy — a leading paediatric neurologist specialist in Munich.
- Paediatric Stroke & Acute Neurology: Author on arterial ischaemic stroke as a time-critical emergency in children — among the best paediatric neurologist doctor in Germany for emergency neuropaediatrics.
- Developmental Neuroscience: Head of Munich University Center for Children with Medical and Developmental Complexity (MUC Hauner) — expert in complex paediatric developmental neurology.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Botulinum Toxin Therapy (Spasticity, Dystonia)
- Comprehensive Cerebral Palsy Management
- Paediatric EEG (Routine & Long-term)
- Multidisciplinary Developmental Assessment
- Acute Paediatric Neurology Care
- Paediatric Stroke Diagnosis & Management
- Anti-Epileptic Medication Management
- Spasticity Management
- Multidisciplinary Care Coordination (Physiotherapy, Ergotherapy, Speech Therapy)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Dr. von Hauner's Children's Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Munich, Germany — Head, Department of Paediatric Neurology and Developmental Neuroscience, since 2003
- Munich University Center for Children with Medical and Developmental Complexity (MUC Hauner) — Head, LMU Munich (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Albert-Ludwigs-Universität, Freiburg, Germany — Postgraduate training in Neurology, Psychiatry, and Paediatrics, from 1987
- Various paediatric departments across Germany — Specialist training (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Professor of Paediatric Neurology — LMU Munich
- Co-organiser — European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) Congress, Munich, 2024
- Long-standing partnership organising paediatric neurology congresses with Intercongress for 25+ years
- Active researcher with extensive publications and ResearchGate profile
Key Achievements
- 25+ years as Head of Paediatric Neurology, LMU Munich
- Board Member — European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS)
- Recipient — Fred P. Sage Award from American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM)
- Internationally recognised expert in paediatric neurology
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Fred P. Sage Award — American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM), USA
- International recognition for contributions to paediatric neurology
Professional Memberships
- European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) — Board Member
- German Society for Neurology — Chairman & Secretary, Working Party Botulinum Toxin
- German Dystonia Society (DDG) — Scientific Advisory Board Member
- Society for Clinical Neurophysiology and Functional Imaging
- American Academy on Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM), USA
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications on cerebral palsy, paediatric stroke, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, and developmental neurology — accessible via ResearchGate.
- Heinen F. Notfall-Neuropädiatrie — Der arteriell ischämische Schlaganfall als einer der zeitkritischsten Notfälle bei Kindern und Jugendlichen.
- Ordenewitz LK, et al. Assessing the needs of caregivers of children and adolescents with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
- Heinen F. The Smartphone: Digital Reverse Transcriptase of Child Development.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Cerebral palsy outcomes and long-term care
- Paediatric arterial ischaemic stroke (time-critical emergencies)
- Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)
- Children with medical and developmental complexity (MUC Hauner model)
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Paediatric Neurology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
| Botulinum Toxin Therapy (per session) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $480 – $1,440 |
| Comprehensive Cerebral Palsy Workup | ₹1,80,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $2,200 – $5,400 |
| Paediatric EEG / Video EEG | ₹35,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $420 – $1,440 |
| Paediatric Multidisciplinary Care Plan (Annual) | ₹5,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $6,000 – $18,000 |
*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 Dr. Florian Heinen use in Neurologist, Paediatric Neurologist treatment?
Prof. Dr. Florian Heinen uses advanced paediatric neurology technologies including video EEG, botulinum toxin therapy, advanced neuroimaging for paediatric stroke, multidisciplinary developmental assessment, and integrated complex-care planning — supporting world-class diagnosis and treatment for children with neurological conditions.
2. What conditions does Dr. Florian Heinen specialize in treating?
Prof. Dr. Florian Heinen is a leading paediatric neurologist specialist in Munich, Germany, treating cerebral palsy, paediatric stroke, paediatric epilepsy, dystonia, movement disorders, headache and migraine in children, inflammatory neurological disease, neuromuscular pathologies, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders — among the best paediatric neurologist doctor in Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Florian Heinen?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Florian Heinen 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 Dr. Florian Heinen?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Florian Heinen, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination in Munich, Germany.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counseling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival in Germany.
6. Does Dr. Florian Heinen offer second opinions for Neurologist, Paediatric Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for parents seeking expert review of cerebral palsy, paediatric stroke, dystonia, or other complex paediatric neurology cases from a leading Paediatric Neurologist specialist in Munich, Germany.
