Dr. med. Tobias Martens

About Dr. med. Tobias Martens

Dr. med. Tobias Martens is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon and current Chief Physician (Chefarzt) of Neurosurgery, with over 24 years of experience in neuro-oncology, vascular neurosurgery, and epilepsy surgery — recognised as one of the leading Neurosurgeon specialists in Hamburg, Germany. His pioneering research in glioma care, subarachnoid haemorrhage and epilepsy surgery has earned him an international academic reputation.

24+ years of dedicated experience in neurosurgery, neuro-oncology and vascular neurosurgery
Author / co-author of 67+ peer-reviewed publications with 2,500+ academic citations
Author of 36 international journal articles and 3 book chapters on vascular neurosurgery, brain tumours and cerebral metastases
Certified expert in neuro-oncological neurosurgery (DGNC) and epilepsy surgery (DGfE)
Designated expert by the German Cancer Society (DKG) for certifying neuro-oncological centres
International scholarship recipient — research training in Bergen, Norway

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

Doctorate in Medicine (Dr. med.) — University of Lübeck, Germany, 2000
Habilitation (Privatdozent) — University of Hamburg, Germany
Professorial title (Prof. Dr. med.) — Germany

Fellowships & Special Training

International research scholarship — Bergen, Norway
Specialist training in Vascular Neurosurgery (aneurysms, AVMs)
Specialist training in Epilepsy Surgery and Stereo-EEG (sEEG)
Specialist training in Neuro-Oncology and Skull Base Surgery

Certifications & Accreditations

German Medical Council (Ärztekammer) Registration
Certificate in Neuro-Oncological Neurosurgery — DGNC
Certificate in Epilepsy Surgery — DGfE
Designated Expert — German Cancer Society (DKG) for neuro-oncological centre certification

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Brain Tumours (Gliomas, Meningiomas)
Cerebral Metastases
Brain Aneurysms
Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs)
Subarachnoid Haemorrhage (SAH)
Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (Temporal Lobe Epilepsy)
Stroke (Carotid Stenosis, Acute Ischaemic Stroke)
Skull Base Lesions
Spinal Tumours
Hydrocephalus

Sub-specialties

Vascular Neurosurgery & Neurointervention: Intracranial aneurysm coiling, AVM and tumour embolisation, carotid stenting and intra-arterial thrombolysis — sought after as a leading neurosurgeon in Hamburg, Germany for stroke and aneurysm care.
Neuro-Oncology Surgery: Microsurgical resection of brain tumours, cerebral metastases and skull base tumours — relevant for international patients researching the best neurosurgeon doctor in Germany.
Epilepsy Surgery: Pre-surgical evaluation with stereo-EEG and surgical management of refractory temporal lobe epilepsy.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Brain Tumour Microsurgery
Aneurysm Coiling & Clipping
AVM Embolisation & Resection
Tumour Embolisation
Carotid Stenting & Angioplasty
Intra-arterial Thrombolysis for Stroke
Stereo-EEG (sEEG) Implantation
Temporal Lobe Epilepsy Surgery
Skull Base Surgery
Endoscopic Brain Surgery

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. med. Tobias Martens can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Asklepios Klinik St. Georg, Hamburg, Germany — Chief Physician (Chefarzt), Department of Neurosurgery (Present)

Past Affiliations

University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), Hamburg, Germany — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon (Past)
University of Hamburg, Germany — Consultant and Head of Epilepsy Surgery, Department of Neurological Surgery (Past)
University of Lübeck, Germany — Medical Studies and Postgraduate Training (until 2000)

Academic & Research Roles

Privatdozent / Professor — University of Hamburg, Department of Neurological Surgery
Designated expert — German Cancer Society (DKG) for certification of neuro-oncological centres
Active researcher — German Glioma Network

Key Achievements

24+ years of neurosurgery practice and academic leadership
67+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
2,500+ academic citations
3 international book chapters in vascular neurosurgery, brain tumours and cerebral metastases
16 papers as first or last author in leading neurosurgery journals

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

International Research Scholarship — Bergen, Norway (during postgraduate training)
Recognition as Designated Expert — German Cancer Society (DKG) for neuro-oncology certification

Professional Memberships

German Society for Neurosurgery (DGNC)
German Society for Epileptology (DGfE)
German Cancer Society (DKG) — including Neuro-Oncology Working Group (NOA)
German Spine Society (DWG)
Society for Neuro-Oncology (SNO), USA

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Martens T, et al. Neuropsychological assessments in patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, perimesencephalic SAH, and incidental aneurysms. Peer-reviewed neurosurgery literature.
Martens T, et al. End-of-life caregivers' perception of medical and psychological support during the final weeks of glioma patients: A questionnaire-based survey. German Glioma Network publication.
Martens T, et al. Decision-making in temporal lobe epilepsy surgery based on invasive stereo-electroencephalography (sEEG). Peer-reviewed epilepsy surgery literature.
Martens T, et al. Comparative analysis of 99mTc-HMPAO and 99mTc-ECD ictal brain perfusion SPECT for seizure onset zone identification. Peer-reviewed nuclear medicine literature.
3 international book chapters on vascular neurosurgery, brain tumours and cerebral metastases.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Glioma biology, treatment outcomes and end-of-life care
Vascular neurosurgery — aneurysm and AVM management
Epilepsy surgery and stereo-EEG localisation
Neuro-oncology centre certification standards

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery Consultation	₹15,000 – ₹30,000	$180 – $360
Brain Tumour Surgery (Craniotomy)	₹8,00,000 – ₹18,00,000	$9,600 – $21,600
Brain Aneurysm Coiling	₹10,00,000 – ₹22,00,000	$12,000 – $26,400
AVM Embolisation	₹9,00,000 – ₹20,00,000	$10,800 – $24,000
Epilepsy Surgery (Temporal Lobe)	₹10,00,000 – ₹20,00,000	$12,000 – $24,000
Carotid Stenting	₹6,00,000 – ₹12,00,000	$7,200 – $14,400

*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. Tobias Martens use in Neurosurgeon treatment?

Dr. med. Tobias Martens employs advanced operating microscopes, intraoperative neuro-monitoring, image-guided neuronavigation, stereo-electroencephalography (sEEG) for epilepsy surgery, endovascular techniques (coiling, stenting, embolisation), and ictal SPECT imaging for seizure localisation. International patients can request virtual second opinions through Cancer Rounds.

2. What conditions does Dr. med. Tobias Martens specialize in treating?

As a leading neurosurgeon specialist in Hamburg, Germany, Dr. Martens treats brain tumours, cerebral metastases, brain aneurysms, AVMs, subarachnoid haemorrhage, drug-resistant temporal lobe epilepsy, stroke, skull base lesions, and spinal tumours — making him one of the best neurosurgeon doctors in Germany for complex brain, vascular and epilepsy surgery.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. med. Tobias Martens?

Appointments with Dr. med. Tobias Martens 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. Tobias Martens?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. med. Tobias Martens, 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. Tobias Martens offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. med. Tobias Martens can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of brain tumour, vascular, or epilepsy surgery plans from a Neurosurgeon specialist in Hamburg, Germany.

About Dr. med. Tobias Martens