Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About Dr. med. Ute Meier
Dr. med. Ute Meier is a Functional Senior Consultant (Funktionsoberärztin) Vascular Surgeon and certified medical wound expert (Ärztliche Wundexpertin – ICW) at the Klinik für Viszeral-, Thorax- und Gefäßchirurgie of Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Technische Universität Dresden, Germany, with over 23+ years of clinical experience. She is internationally recognised for aneurysm care, peripheral artery disease, blood clotting disorders, Buerger's disease, lymphoedema and complex vascular disease treatment, with numerous publications in international high-ranking vascular surgery journals.
- 23+ years of clinical experience in surgery and vascular surgery
- Functional Senior Consultant (Funktionsoberärztin) at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden
- Certified Medical Wound Expert (Ärztliche Wundexpertin – ICW)
- PhD from University Hospital Hamburg; trained in vascular surgery at TU Dresden
- Numerous publications in international high-ranking vascular surgery journals
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation in Human Medicine, Humboldt University Berlin Charité, Germany
- PhD (Doctorate), University Hospital Hamburg, Germany
- Specialty Training in Vascular Surgery (Facharzt für Chirurgie und Gefäßchirurgie), Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden, Germany
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialty Certification in General Surgery (Facharzt für Chirurgie)
- Specialty Certification in Vascular Surgery (Facharzt für Gefäßchirurgie)
- Certified Medical Wound Expert (Ärztliche Wundexpertin – ICW)
- Specialised research training in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening programmes
- Specialised training in Endovascular Surgery (DGG-recognised techniques)
Certifications & Accreditations
- State Chamber of Physicians, Saxony (Sächsische Landesärztekammer) – Fachärztin für Chirurgie und Gefäßchirurgie
- German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG) – Active Member
- ICW – Certified Medical Wound Expert
- Languages: German, English
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Blood Clotting Disorders
- Buerger's Disease (Thromboangiitis Obliterans)
- Lymphoedema
- Diabetic Foot & Chronic Wounds
- Varicose Veins & Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Atherosclerosis
- Vascular Trauma
- Vascular Disease Treatment
Sub-specialties
- Aortic Aneurysm Care & AAA Screening: Specialised in aneurysm research and AAA screening implementation in Germany — making her a sought-after vascular surgery specialist in Dresden Germany for international patients seeking the best vascular surgeon in Germany.
- Peripheral Artery Disease & Endovascular Surgery: Specialised in PAD, carotid artery stenosis, atherosclerosis and endovascular techniques.
- Wound Care & Lymphoedema: ICW-certified Medical Wound Expert specialised in complex chronic wounds, diabetic foot and lymphoedema care.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Open AAA Repair (Aortic Aneurysm Surgery)
- Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR)
- Carotid Endarterectomy / Carotid Stenting
- Bypass Surgery for Peripheral Artery Disease
- Endovascular Angioplasty & Stenting
- Buerger's Disease Management Programme
- Lymphoedema Management Programme
- Diabetic Foot & Chronic Wound Care (ICW-certified)
- Varicose Vein Surgery
- Vascular Trauma Reconstruction
- Multidisciplinary Vascular Care
- AAA Screening Programmes
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus an der Technischen Universität Dresden, Klinik für Viszeral-, Thorax- und Gefäßchirurgie, Gefäßchirurgische Ambulanz im Haus 9, Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany — Functional Senior Consultant (Funktionsoberärztin), Vascular Surgery, Present
Past Affiliations
- University Hospital Hamburg, Germany — PhD Trainee & Research Fellow
- Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden — Specialty Training in Vascular Surgery
- Humboldt University Berlin Charité — MBBS Trainee in Human Medicine
Academic & Research Roles
- Active research lead on AAA Screening Programmes in Germany (Hausarztumfrage and Implementation Studies)
- Numerous publications in international high-ranking vascular surgery journals
- Active speaker at vascular surgery and DGG conferences
- Active in continuing medical education for vascular surgery trainees
Key Achievements
- 23+ years of clinical experience
- Functional Senior Consultant (Funktionsoberärztin) role at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden
- Certified Medical Wound Expert (Ärztliche Wundexpertin – ICW)
- PhD from University Hospital Hamburg
- Specialty certification in both general surgery and vascular surgery
- Numerous publications in international high-ranking journals
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Certified Medical Wound Expert (Ärztliche Wundexpertin – ICW)
- Recognised among Dresden's leading vascular surgeons with numerous publications in international high-ranking journals
- Specific additional named awards: Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG)
- Initiative Chronische Wunden e.V. (ICW – Wound Care)
- State Chamber of Physicians, Saxony (Sächsische Landesärztekammer)
- Multiple prestigious German vascular surgery associations
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Heidemann F, Meier U, Kölbel T, Atlihan G, Debus ES. "How can an AAA screening program be implemented in Germany?" Gefässchirurgie. 2015;20:28–31.
- Meier U, Augustin M, Schaerfer I, Florek A, Debus ES. "Ist das Screening auf abdominelle Aortenaneurysmen in Deutschland möglich? Eine Hausarztumfrage." Gefäßchirurgie. 2012:248–253.
- Meier U, et al. Numerous publications in international high-ranking vascular surgery journals on aneurysm screening and vascular disease treatment.
- Specific full additional citations: Information not publicly available.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening programmes in Germany
- Endovascular and open vascular surgery
- Peripheral artery disease and Buerger's disease
- Lymphoedema and chronic wound care
- Diabetic foot management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vascular Surgery Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| Open AAA Repair | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| Endovascular Aortic Repair (EVAR) | ₹6,50,000 – ₹16,00,000 | $7,800 – $19,200 |
| Carotid Endarterectomy / Stenting | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,200 – $9,600 |
| Peripheral Bypass Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,200 – $9,600 |
| Endovascular Angioplasty / Stenting | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Diabetic Foot / Chronic Wound Care Programme (ICW) | ₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $600 – $3,600 |
| Varicose Vein Surgery | ₹80,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $960 – $3,000 |
*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. med. Ute Meier use in Vascular Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Meier uses cutting-edge vascular surgery technologies including open AAA repair, endovascular aortic repair (EVAR), carotid endarterectomy and carotid stenting, peripheral bypass surgery, endovascular angioplasty and stenting, structured Buerger's disease management programmes, lymphoedema management, ICW-certified diabetic foot and chronic wound care, varicose vein surgery, vascular trauma reconstruction, modern AAA screening programmes and multidisciplinary vascular care — making her a top vascular surgery specialist in Dresden, Germany.
2. What conditions does Dr. med. Ute Meier specialize in treating?
She specialises in abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), thoracic aortic aneurysm, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery stenosis, blood clotting disorders, Buerger's disease, lymphoedema, diabetic foot and chronic wounds, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, atherosclerosis, vascular trauma and complex vascular disease — making her a sought-after Vascular Surgeon and Wound Care specialist in Dresden, Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. med. Ute Meier?
Appointments with Dr. med. Ute Meier 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. med. Ute Meier?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Meier, 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 Dr. med. Ute Meier offer second opinions for Vascular Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Meier can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of aortic aneurysm, peripheral artery disease, carotid stenosis, Buerger's disease, lymphoedema, diabetic foot or vascular trauma cases from a 23-year experienced PhD-credentialed Functional Senior Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden, Germany.
