Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About Dr. David Klenk
Dr. David Klenk is a distinguished German Vascular Surgeon based in Dresden, widely recognised as a leading Vascular Surgeon specialist in Dresden, Germany for atherosclerosis and peripheral artery disease, deep vein thrombosis (VTE), Buerger's disease, lymphoedema, peripheral venous disease, varicose veins, and complex aortic and carotid surgery.
- 23+ years of clinical and academic experience in vascular surgery
- Medical Graduation from Ludwig-Maximilian University, Munich (LMU)
- PhD (Dr. med.) — Germany
- Currently Senior Vascular Surgeon at Universitäts GefäßCentrum, Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus an der TU Dresden
- Address: Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany
- Member of German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG), European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS), German Society for Phlebology (DGP), Professional Association of German Surgeons (BDC)
- Numerous publications in international high-ranking journals
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Graduation (Approbation / Staatsexamen) — Ludwig-Maximilian University, Munich (LMU), Germany
- Postgraduate Doctoral Degree (Dr. med. / PhD) — Germany
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialist training in Vascular Surgery — Germany
- Specialised training in Atherosclerosis and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Specialised training in Carotid Artery Stenosis Surgery
- Specialised training in Aortic Aneurysm Surgery (Open and Endovascular)
- Specialised training in Deep Vein Thrombosis (VTE) Management
- Specialised training in Buerger's Disease (Thromboangiitis Obliterans) Management
- Specialised training in Lymphoedema Management
- Specialised training in Varicose Vein Surgery
- Advanced training in Endovascular Surgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Association (Bundesärztekammer) — Registered
- Saxony Medical Chamber (Sächsische Landesärztekammer) — Registered Specialist
- Facharzt für Gefäßchirurgie (Board-Certified Specialist in Vascular Surgery)
- Member — German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG)
- Member — European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS)
- Member — German Society for Phlebology (DGP)
- Member — Professional Association of German Surgeons (BDC)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Atherosclerosis and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm (TAA)
- Aortic Dissection
- Blood Clots in Veins / Deep Vein Thrombosis (VTE)
- Buerger's Disease (Thromboangiitis Obliterans)
- Lymphoedema
- Peripheral Venous Disease
- Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Trauma
- Vascular Malformations
- Diabetic Foot & Critical Limb Ischemia
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
Sub-specialties
- Atherosclerosis & Peripheral Artery Disease: Specialist in PAD diagnosis and treatment — establishes him as a trusted vascular surgeon specialist in Dresden, Germany.
- Carotid & Aortic Surgery: Specialist in carotid endarterectomy and aortic aneurysm repair (open and endovascular).
- Venous Surgery: Specialist in varicose veins, peripheral venous disease, and chronic venous insufficiency.
- Buerger's Disease & Lymphoedema: Specialist in management of Buerger's disease and lymphoedema — for international patients seeking best vascular surgery in Germany.
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (VTE): Specialist in VTE management.
- Endovascular Surgery: Specialist in modern endovascular techniques.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
- Carotid Artery Stenting
- Open Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (TEVAR)
- Aortic Dissection Repair
- Peripheral Artery Bypass Surgery
- Angioplasty and Stenting (Peripheral)
- Atherectomy
- Varicose Vein Surgery (Stripping, Sclerotherapy, Endovenous Laser)
- Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
- Sclerotherapy
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (VTE) Treatment
- Lymphoedema Management
- Vascular Access Creation (AV Fistula for Dialysis)
- Diabetic Foot Surgery
- Critical Limb Ischemia Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus an der TU Dresden, Universitäts GefäßCentrum (UGC), Klinik für Viszeral-, Thorax- und Gefäßchirurgie, Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany — Senior Vascular Surgeon, Present
Past Affiliations
- Ludwig-Maximilian University, Munich (LMU) — Medical Studies (Past)
- Various German vascular surgery training centres (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Senior Vascular Surgeon — Universitäts GefäßCentrum (UGC), Universitätsklinikum Dresden
- Author — Numerous publications in international high-ranking journals on vascular surgery
- Active speaker — National and international vascular surgery conferences
- Member — German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG), European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS), German Society for Phlebology (DGP), Professional Association of German Surgeons (BDC)
Key Achievements
- 23+ years of clinical and academic experience
- Currently Senior Vascular Surgeon at Universitäts GefäßCentrum, Universitätsklinikum Dresden — one of Germany's leading academic vascular surgery centres
- Medical Graduation from Ludwig-Maximilian University Munich (LMU)
- PhD (Dr. med.) in vascular surgery
- Numerous publications in international high-ranking journals
- Active member of major German and European vascular surgery societies (DGG, ESVS, DGP, BDC)
- Comprehensive expertise across atherosclerosis/PAD, carotid surgery, aortic surgery (including endovascular), VTE, Buerger's disease, lymphoedema, varicose veins, and peripheral venous disease
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- German Society for Vascular Surgery and Vascular Medicine (DGG) — Member
- European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) — Member
- German Society for Phlebology (DGP) — Member
- Professional Association of German Surgeons (BDC) — Member
- Saxony Medical Chamber (Sächsische Landesärztekammer) — Registered
- German Medical Association (Bundesärztekammer) — Registered
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Klenk D et al. Numerous publications in international high-ranking journals on vascular surgery, peripheral artery disease, and venous disease — full bibliographic details available via institutional channels.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Atherosclerosis and peripheral artery disease (PAD)
- Carotid artery stenosis
- Aortic aneurysm (open and endovascular repair)
- Deep vein thrombosis (VTE)
- Buerger's disease
- Lymphoedema management
- Varicose veins and peripheral venous disease
- Endovascular vascular surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vascular Surgery Consultation (Germany) | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
| Carotid Endarterectomy / Stenting | ₹10,00,000 – ₹22,00,000 | $12,000 – $26,400 |
| Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR) | ₹18,00,000 – ₹40,00,000 | $21,600 – $48,000 |
| Open Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair | ₹16,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $19,200 – $42,000 |
| Peripheral Artery Bypass / Angioplasty | ₹8,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 | $9,600 – $24,000 |
| Varicose Vein Surgery (EVLA / RFA / Stripping) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $3,600 – $9,600 |
*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 Dr. David Klenk use in Vascular Surgeon treatment?
Dr. David Klenk uses advanced carotid endarterectomy (CEA) and stenting, modern open abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, comprehensive endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR), thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR), modern aortic dissection repair, integrated peripheral artery bypass surgery, comprehensive angioplasty and stenting (peripheral), modern atherectomy, varicose vein surgery (stripping, sclerotherapy, endovenous laser), modern endovenous laser ablation (EVLA), radiofrequency ablation (RFA), sclerotherapy, integrated deep vein thrombosis (VTE) treatment, comprehensive lymphoedema management, vascular access creation (AV fistula for dialysis), modern diabetic foot surgery, and integrated critical limb ischemia management — a cutting-edge toolkit refined through Ludwig-Maximilian University Munich (LMU) and TU Dresden training that establishes him as a leading vascular surgeon specialist in Dresden, Germany.
2. What conditions does Dr. David Klenk specialize in treating?
Dr. David Klenk specialises in atherosclerosis and peripheral artery disease (PAD), carotid artery stenosis, abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA), aortic dissection, blood clots in veins / deep vein thrombosis (VTE), Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans), lymphoedema, peripheral venous disease, varicose veins, chronic venous insufficiency, vascular trauma, vascular malformations, diabetic foot & critical limb ischemia, and vascular access for dialysis — comprehensive care for international patients seeking best vascular surgery in Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. David Klenk?
Appointments with Dr. David Klenk 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. David Klenk?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. David Klenk, 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. David Klenk offer second opinions for Vascular Surgeon 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 vascular surgeon specialist in Dresden, Germany, especially for complex carotid artery stenosis, aortic aneurysm (EVAR / TEVAR candidate), peripheral artery disease, deep vein thrombosis, and critical limb ischemia cases.
