Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn
PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn is a senior German Neurologist with over 19 years of experience in stroke, telemedicine, post-stroke care, and acute cerebrovascular medicine. As project leader of the SOS-NET telestroke network and SOS-Care post-stroke programme at University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, TU Dresden, she is one of Germany's leading experts in digital and case-management-based stroke care.
- 19+ years of experience in Neurology, Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease
- Graduation (Approbation) — University of Würzburg, Germany
- Habilitation (Privatdozent / PD) — TU Dresden Faculty of Medicine
- Specialist training — University of Konstanz, Germany
- Project Leader — SOS-NET Telestroke Network & SOS-Care Post-Stroke Programme, TU Dresden
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation (Approbation) — University of Würzburg, Germany
- Specialist training (Facharzt) in Neurology — University of Konstanz, Germany
- Habilitation (Postdoctoral Lecturing Qualification) — Privatdozent (PD), TU Dresden
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialist training in Acute Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease
- Specialist training in Telemedicine and Telestroke (SOS-NET)
- Specialist training in Post-Stroke Care and Case Management (SOS-Care)
- Specialist training in Digital Health and AI-Driven Stroke Triage (ARAS Algorithm)
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Association — Specialist Registration (Facharzt für Neurologie)
- German Stroke Society (Deutsche Schlaganfall-Gesellschaft, DSG) — Member
- German Society for Neurology — Member
- European Stroke Organisation — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Acute Ischaemic Stroke
- Haemorrhagic Stroke / Intracerebral Haemorrhage
- Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)
- Atrial-Fibrillation-Related Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cerebral Aneurysms
- Acute Spinal Cord Injury
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Epilepsy & Seizures
- Paediatric Stroke
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Post-Stroke Disability
- Stroke Recurrence Prevention
- Vascular Risk Factor Management
Sub-specialties
- Acute Stroke & Telestroke (SOS-NET): Comprehensive acute stroke evaluation including IV thrombolysis recommendations, mechanical thrombectomy referral and telemedical neurological consultations across Eastern Saxony — a leading Neurologist specialist in Dresden, Germany for international patients seeking the best stroke care in Germany.
- Post-Stroke Care & Case Management (SOS-Care): Innovative 12-month case-management-based post-stroke programme reducing stroke recurrence and vascular death by 70% in published cohort data.
- Digital Health & AI in Stroke Triage: Project leader of the ARAS Allocation Algorithm for Optimised Regional Acute Stroke Care — relevant for international patients researching the best stroke specialist in Germany.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Acute Stroke Evaluation & IV Thrombolysis Coordination
- Mechanical Thrombectomy Referral & Telestroke Triage
- Comprehensive Stroke Unit Care (Certified)
- Telemedicine Brain CT Interpretation
- Direct Oral Anticoagulant (DOAC / NOAC) Initiation Post-Stroke
- Case-Management-Based Post-Stroke Programme (SOS-Care)
- Vascular Risk Factor Optimisation (Hypertension, Dyslipidaemia, Diabetes, BMI)
- Plasma Exchange / IVIG (for Selected Autoimmune Neurological Conditions)
- EEG, Lumbar Puncture & Neurological Diagnostics
- SARS-CoV-2 Hyperacute Stroke Pathway Coordination
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant Neurologist — Dresden Neurovascular Center, Department of Neurology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden, Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany (Present)
- Project Leader (Leiterin) — SOS-NET Telestroke Network & SOS-Care Post-Stroke Programme, University Hospital Dresden (Present)
- Project Leader — ARAS Algorithm for Optimised Regional Acute Stroke Care (EKFZ funded), TU Dresden (Present)
Past Affiliations
- University of Konstanz, Germany — Neurology Specialist Trainee (Past)
- University of Würzburg, Germany — Graduation / Approbation (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Privatdozentin (PD) — TU Dresden Faculty of Medicine
- Project Leader — SOS-NET Telestroke Network
- Project Leader — SOS-Care 12-month case-management-based post-stroke programme (financed by AOK PLUS since 2016)
- Project Leader — ARAS Algorithm (Else Kröner Fresenius Center for Digital Health funded interdisciplinary innovation)
- Author of 20+ peer-reviewed publications on stroke, telemedicine and post-stroke care
Key Achievements
- 19+ years of experience in Neurology and Cerebrovascular Disease
- Project leader of SOS-NET — one of Germany's flagship telestroke networks
- Project leader of SOS-Care — innovative 12-month post-stroke case-management programme financed by AOK PLUS
- Project leader of EKFZ-funded ARAS algorithm for AI-driven stroke triage
- Co-author of 20+ peer-reviewed scientific publications on stroke and telemedicine
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Privatdozent (PD) Habilitation — TU Dresden Faculty of Medicine
- Else Kröner Fresenius Center for Digital Health — Funded Innovation Project Lead (ARAS)
- Recognition as Project Lead — SOS-Care, Germany's leading post-stroke case-management programme
Professional Memberships
- German Stroke Society (Deutsche Schlaganfall-Gesellschaft, DSG)
- German Society for Neurology
- European Stroke Organisation (ESO)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Barlinn J, et al. "Case management-based post-stroke care for patients with acute stroke and TIA (SOS-Care): a prospective cohort study." (Showed 70% reduction in stroke recurrence / vascular death.)
- Barlinn J, et al. "Universal laboratory testing for SARS-CoV-2 in hyperacute stroke during the COVID-19 pandemic." J Stroke Cerebrovasc Dis. 2020.
- Barlinn J, et al. "Telemedical Brain Computed Tomography Misinterpretation by Stroke Neurologists Is Not Associated with Thrombolysis-Related Intracranial Hemorrhage." 2015.
- Pacheco JT, Barlinn J, et al. "Safety and efficacy of recanalization therapy in pediatric stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis." 2018.
- Sedghi A, Siepmann T, Pallesen LP, Barlinn J, Barlinn K. "Delayed Comprehensive Stroke Unit Care Attributable to the Evolution of Infection Protection Measures across Two Consecutive Waves of the COVID-19 Pandemic." Life (Basel). 2021.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Telestroke and SOS-NET network outcomes
- Post-stroke care and case management (SOS-Care)
- AI / digital health in stroke triage (ARAS algorithm)
- Optimal timing of anticoagulation post-stroke
- Paediatric stroke recanalisation
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation (Germany) | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| Acute Stroke Treatment Package | ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,200 – $18,000 |
| Mechanical Thrombectomy | ₹14,00,000 – ₹28,00,000 | $16,800 – $33,600 |
| Comprehensive Stroke Unit Care (per Stay) | ₹8,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 | $9,600 – $21,600 |
| SOS-Care Post-Stroke Programme (12 months) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| Telestroke Consultation | ₹20,000 – ₹50,000 | $240 – $600 |
*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 PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn use in Neurologist treatment?
PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn uses the most advanced stroke neurology technologies including the SOS-NET telestroke network for IV thrombolysis decisions, mechanical thrombectomy coordination, AI-powered ARAS allocation algorithm for stroke triage, comprehensive stroke unit care, and the SOS-Care 12-month case-management post-stroke programme. Virtual second opinions are also available for international patients.
2. What conditions does PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn specialize in treating?
PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn specialises in acute ischaemic stroke, haemorrhagic stroke, transient ischaemic attack (TIA), atrial-fibrillation-related stroke, cerebrovascular disease, cerebral aneurysms, acute spinal cord injury, Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy and seizures, paediatric stroke, and post-stroke recurrence prevention — making her a world-leading Neurologist specialist in Dresden, Germany for stroke care.
3. How do I book an appointment with PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn?
Appointments with PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn 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 PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn, 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 PD Dr. med. Jessica Barlinn offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Neurologist specialist in Dresden, Germany — particularly relevant for stroke, TIA, and post-stroke recurrence prevention cases.
