Asklepios Academic City Hospital, Bad Wildungen – Germany
About Dr. med. Frank Maier
Dr. med. Frank Maier is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon (Facharzt für Neurochirurgie) practising at Asklepios Academic City Hospital and the Neurosurgical Practice at Brunnenallee 19, Bad Wildungen, Germany, with over 27+ years of clinical experience. He is internationally recognised for CyberKnife and Gamma Knife radiosurgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, deep brain stimulation (DBS), nerve decompression and reconstruction, and holds an additional specialisation in pain therapy (Schmerztherapie).
- 27+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
- Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Asklepios Academic City Hospital, Bad Wildungen, Germany
- Joint practice with Dr. med. Dimitri Döhl in Bad Wildungen and Fritzlar (Villa Buttlar)
- Additional qualification in pain therapy (Schmerztherapie) – special interest area
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications; member of German neurosurgery societies
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation in Human Medicine, Eminent Universities of Germany
- Post-Graduation (Facharzt) in Neurosurgery (Neurochirurgie), Esteemed University of Germany
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised training in Neurosurgery under renowned German Neurosurgeons
- Specialised training in CyberKnife and Gamma Knife radiosurgery
- Specialised training in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Specialised training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Specialised training in Nerve Decompression and Nerve Reconstruction
- Additional qualification in pain therapy (Schmerztherapie)
Certifications & Accreditations
- State Chamber of Physicians, Hessen (Landesärztekammer Hessen) – Facharzt für Neurochirurgie
- Member of multiple German Neurosurgery medical organisations
- Languages: German, English
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Including Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma)
- Spine Tumours & Metastases
- Movement Disorders & Parkinson's Disease
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Compressed Spinal Nerves & Disc Disease
- Cervical & Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lumbar Disc Herniation / Slipped Disc
- Spinal Stenosis
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders / Nerve Injuries
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome & Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Chronic Pain Conditions (Back Pain, Neck Pain, Neuralgia)
- Other Brain & Spine Surgical Pathologies
Sub-specialties
- CyberKnife & Gamma Knife Radiosurgery: Specialised in stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumours and complex intracranial pathologies — making him a sought-after neurosurgery specialist in Bad Wildungen Germany for international patients seeking the best CyberKnife and Gamma Knife radiosurgery specialist in Germany.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery & Pain Therapy: Microsurgical, minimally invasive and conventional spine surgery combined with structured pain therapy (Schmerztherapie) for chronic pain control.
- Functional Neurosurgery (DBS) & Peripheral Nerve Surgery: Expertise in Deep Brain Stimulation, nerve decompression and nerve reconstruction.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- CyberKnife Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Gamma Knife Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
- Microscopic Discectomy / Microdiscectomy
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Spinal Decompression Surgery (Cervical & Lumbar)
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's Disease
- Nerve Decompression Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Surgery
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Brain Tumour Resection (Microsurgical)
- Pain Therapy (Schmerztherapie) Programmes
- Conservative Pain Management
- Outpatient and Operative Neurosurgical Procedures (Villa Buttlar)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Asklepios Academic City Hospital (Werner Wicker Klinik / Zentrum für Rückenmarkverletzte), Bad Wildungen, Germany — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon (Facharzt für Neurochirurgie), Present
- Neurosurgical Practice (Praxis für Neurochirurgie), Brunnenallee 19, 34537 Bad Wildungen, Germany — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Present (joint practice with Dr. med. Dimitri Döhl)
- Villa Buttlar Practice Clinic, Bad Wildungen and Fritzlar, Germany — Outpatient and Operative Neurosurgical Care, Present
Past Affiliations
- Eminent universities of Germany — Graduation Trainee in Human Medicine
- Esteemed German hospitals — Post-Graduation (Facharzt) Trainee in Neurosurgery
- German neurosurgery centres — Specialised Training under renowned doctors
Academic & Research Roles
- Author of multiple peer-reviewed publications in neurosurgery
- Active speaker at neurosurgery and pain therapy conferences in Germany
- Active in continuing medical education for neurosurgeons in Hessen and surrounding regions
Key Achievements
- 27+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
- Joint Senior Consultant practice in Bad Wildungen and Fritzlar serving Hessen and surrounding districts
- Recognised by long-term patients (since 1997) for compassionate care and surgical precision
- Expertise in CyberKnife, Gamma Knife, DBS and minimally invasive spine procedures
- Patron-first clinical philosophy oriented around individual patient needs and pain causes
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Recognised as a leading Neurosurgeon and Pain Therapy specialist in Hessen, Germany
- Specific named awards: Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- State Chamber of Physicians, Hessen (Landesärztekammer Hessen)
- German Society for Neurosurgery (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Neurochirurgie)
- Member of multiple German neurosurgery medical organisations
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Maier F, et al. Multiple peer-reviewed publications in neurosurgery and pain therapy.
- Maier F, et al. Multiple presentations at neurosurgery and pain therapy conferences.
- Specific full citations: Information not publicly available.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- CyberKnife and Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery
- Minimally invasive spine surgery
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease
- Peripheral nerve decompression and reconstruction
- Pain therapy (Schmerztherapie) for chronic pain conditions
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| CyberKnife Radiosurgery | ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,200 – $18,000 |
| Gamma Knife Radiosurgery | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,400 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | ₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,800 – $10,800 |
| Microscopic Discectomy | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) | ₹15,00,000 – ₹25,00,000 | $18,000 – $30,000 |
| Nerve Decompression / Carpal Tunnel Release | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Pain Therapy Programme (Schmerztherapie) | ₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $600 – $3,600 |
*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. med. Frank Maier use in Neurosurgeon treatment?
Dr. Maier uses cutting-edge neurosurgical technologies including CyberKnife and Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumours, minimally invasive spine surgery, microscopic discectomy, endoscopic spine surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease, nerve decompression and reconstruction, carpal tunnel release surgery, microsurgical brain tumour resection and structured pain therapy (Schmerztherapie) — making him a top neurosurgery and pain therapy specialist in Bad Wildungen, Germany.
2. What conditions does Dr. med. Frank Maier specialize in treating?
He specialises in brain tumours, spine tumours, movement disorders, Parkinson's disease, trigeminal neuralgia, compressed spinal nerves, cervical and lumbar spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, spinal stenosis, peripheral nerve disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome and chronic pain conditions — making him a sought-after Neurosurgery and Pain Therapy specialist in Bad Wildungen, Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. med. Frank Maier?
Appointments with Dr. med. Frank Maier 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. Frank Maier?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Maier, 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. Frank Maier offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Maier can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of brain tumour, spine, Parkinson's, trigeminal neuralgia, peripheral nerve or chronic pain cases from a 27-year experienced Senior Neurosurgeon and Pain Therapy specialist at Asklepios Academic City Hospital, Bad Wildungen, Germany.
