Academic Hospital Bogenhausen, Munich – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Ayman Agha
Prof. Dr. med. Ayman Agha is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist in Munich with 27+ years of expertise in general, abdominal, endocrine, and minimally invasive surgery. He is internationally recognised for his pioneering work in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and is the Chief Physician of one of Munich's leading surgical departments.
- 27+ years of clinical experience in surgical oncology and visceral surgery
- Chief Physician of General, Abdominal, Endocrine, Minimally Invasive & Bariatric Surgery, Munich
- Author of 535+ scientific publications and several books
- Pioneer of laparoscopic rectal resection and minimally invasive endocrine surgery
- Professor of Surgery — recognised academic and international congress speaker
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation — Medical Studies, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany, 1987–1993
- PhD (Doctorate) — 1997, Thesis on Therapeutic Plasma Exchange in Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis
- Habilitation — 2008, Thesis on Laparoscopic Rectal Resection for Rectal Cancer
Fellowships & Special Training
- Postgraduate Training in General Surgery — University Hospital of Regensburg, Germany, from 1993
- Board Certification — General and Visceral Surgery, 2000–2004
- Fellowship in Laparoscopic Surgery — 1998, with continued specialisation in laparoscopic colorectal surgery
- Specialised Training — Video-Assisted Surgery for Thyroid and Parathyroid Diseases, 2002
Certifications & Accreditations
- Bavarian Medical Council Registration
- Full Member — German Society of Surgery
- Member — Bavarian Surgeons Association
- Member — Professional Association of German Surgeons
- Member — German Society for Visceral Surgery
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Bowel Cancer (Colorectal Cancer)
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
- Thyroid Cancer & Parathyroid Disorders
- Adrenal Tumours
- Hepatic & Biliary Tumours
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Achalasia
- Morbid Obesity (Bariatric Surgery)
Sub-specialties
- Colorectal & Pancreatic Cancer Surgery: Specialist at a Colon, Esophageal, and Pancreatic Cancer Centre certified by the German Cancer Society — a leading surgical oncologist specialist in Munich for GI oncology.
- Endocrine Surgery: Pioneer of video-assisted surgery for thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal disease — among the best surgical oncologist doctor in Germany for endocrine tumours.
- Minimally Invasive & Robot-Assisted Surgery: Internationally recognised leader in laparoscopic and robot-assisted abdominal surgery, including single-port surgery techniques.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Laparoscopic Rectal Resection
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
- Whipple's Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Oesophagectomy & Gastrectomy
- Video-Assisted Thyroidectomy & Parathyroidectomy
- Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
- Robot-Assisted Surgery
- Single-Port Surgery
- Bariatric (Weight-Loss) Surgery
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. Ayman Agha can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Academic Hospital Bogenhausen (München Klinik), Munich, Germany — Chief Physician, Department of General, Abdominal, Endocrine, Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, March 2014–Present
Past Affiliations
- University Hospital Regensburg, Germany — Deputy Director, Clinic and Polyclinic for Surgery, 2013
- University Hospital Regensburg, Germany — Provisional Management of Surgery Clinic, 2012
- University Hospital Regensburg, Germany — Head of Endocrine and Colorectal Surgery, since 2000
- University Hospital Regensburg, Germany — Senior Resident Physician, 2011
- University Hospital Regensburg, Germany — Consultant (Oberarzt) since 2001
- University Hospital Regensburg, Germany — Postgraduate Training in Surgery, from 1993
Academic & Research Roles
- Professor of Surgery, since 2012
- Coordinator — Colorectal Cancer Center Regensburg, since 2011
- Conference President — Working Conference of the Surgical Working Group on Endocrinology, Regensburg, 2012
- Author of 535+ scientific publications
- Author of multiple textbooks on colon, oesophageal, and diverticular disease
Key Achievements
- 27+ years of surgical oncology experience
- 535+ scientific publications
- Pioneer of laparoscopic rectal resection (Habilitation Thesis 2008)
- Pioneer of video-assisted thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal surgery
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Extraordinary Professorship — University of Regensburg, 2012
- Habilitation (Privatdozent Dr. med. habil.) — University Hospital of Regensburg, 2008
Professional Memberships
- German Society of Surgery (Full Member)
- Bavarian Surgeons Association
- Professional Association of German Surgeons
- Surgical Working Association for Minimally Invasive Surgery (CAMIC)
- Surgical Working Association for Endocrine Surgery (CAEK)
- German Society for Visceral Surgery
- Tumor Center Regensburg
- Rescue Center Regensburg
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 535+ scientific publications across surgical oncology, laparoscopic surgery, endocrine surgery, and minimally invasive techniques.
- Author — "Frequency of Polyps and Adenocarcinoma in Colon Interposition After Esophagectomy in Adulthood"
- Author — "Disease Phenotype Rather Than Treatment Strategy Impacts Long-Term Quality of Life in Patients With Diverticular Disease"
- Habilitation Thesis — "Laparoscopic Rectal Resection for Rectal Cancer: Surgical and Oncological Results", University of Regensburg, 2008
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Predictors of anastomotic leak after colorectal surgery
- Postoperative complications and mortality after right colectomy for cancer
- Minimally invasive surgical procedures for adrenal tumours
- Single-port surgery and robot-assisted abdominal surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Oncology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
| Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery | ₹12,00,000 – ₹25,00,000 | $14,400 – $30,000 |
| Whipple's Procedure (Pancreatic) | ₹18,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $21,600 – $42,000 |
| Video-Assisted Thyroidectomy | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| Robot-Assisted Abdominal Surgery | ₹15,00,000 – ₹30,00,000 | $18,000 – $36,000 |
*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. Ayman Agha use in Surgical Oncologist treatment?
Prof. Dr. Ayman Agha uses advanced surgical oncology technologies including laparoscopic rectal resection, video-assisted endocrine surgery, single-port surgery, robot-assisted abdominal surgery, and minimally invasive techniques — supporting precise, organ-sparing cancer surgery aligned with German Cancer Society standards.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ayman Agha specialize in treating?
Prof. Dr. Ayman Agha is a leading surgical oncologist specialist in Munich, Germany, treating colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, oesophageal cancer, gastric cancer, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, adrenal tumours, ulcerative colitis, diverticular disease, achalasia, and morbid obesity — among the best surgical oncologist doctor in Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ayman Agha?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Ayman Agha 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. Ayman Agha?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Ayman Agha, 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. Ayman Agha offer second opinions for Surgical Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of colorectal, pancreatic, oesophageal, gastric, or endocrine cancer surgery options from a leading Surgical Oncologist specialist in Munich, Germany.
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