Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz
PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz is the Leitende Oberärztin (Senior Consultant) and Deputy Clinic Director of the Klinik und Poliklinik für Urologie at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Technische Universität Dresden, Germany, with over 19+ years of clinical experience. She is internationally recognised for prostate cancer imaging, fusion biopsy and focal therapy, recipient of the prestigious Eisenberger Stipend (2016) of the German Society of Urology, and was habilitated in 2019 on the topic of "Imaging and Diagnostics in Prostate Cancer."
- 19+ years of clinical experience in urology and uro-oncology
- Leitende Oberärztin (Senior Consultant) & Deputy Clinic Director, Department of Urology, Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden (since 2021)
- Privatdozent (PD) — Habilitated 2019 on Imaging and Diagnostics in Prostate Cancer
- Recipient of the Eisenberger Stipend (2016) – German Society of Urology
- Member of the German Cancer Society (DKG) Expert Network
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation in Human Medicine, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Munich, Germany, 2003–2011
- Approbation as a Physician, 2011
- Post-Graduation (Facharzt) in Urology, Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Technische Universität Dresden / Freie Universität Berlin, Germany, 2016
Fellowships & Special Training
- Habilitation (Privatdozent / PD) – Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Technische Universität Dresden, 2019, on "Imaging and Diagnostics in Prostate Cancer"
- Specialised training in Prostate Cancer Imaging and MRI/Ultrasound Fusion Biopsy
- Specialised training in Focal Therapy and HIFU for Localised Prostate Cancer
- Specialised training in Robotic Urological Surgery
- Specialised training in Translational and Precision Oncology
- Specialised research training at DKFZ Heidelberg (Pathology Institute)
Certifications & Accreditations
- State Chamber of Physicians, Saxony (Sächsische Landesärztekammer) – Fachärztin für Urologie, 2016
- German Society of Urology (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Urologie) – Active Member
- German Cancer Society (DKG) Expert Network – Active Expert
- Technische Universität Dresden – Faculty Member & Privatdozent
- Languages: German, English
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Prostate Cancer (Localised & Advanced)
- Bladder Cancer
- Microscopic Hematuria & Urinary Symptoms
- Overactive Bladder
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence
- Male Infertility
- Kidney Cancer
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Urolithiasis (Kidney Stones)
- Urological Tumours / Uro-Oncology
- Translational and Precision Oncology Cases
Sub-specialties
- Prostate Cancer Imaging & Fusion Biopsy: Habilitation on imaging and diagnostics in prostate cancer — making her a sought-after urology specialist in Dresden Germany for international patients seeking the best prostate cancer imaging and fusion biopsy specialist in Germany.
- Focal Therapy & HIFU for Prostate Cancer: Specialised in focal therapy and HIFU treatment for localised prostate cancer.
- Robotic Urology & Translational Oncology: Specialised in robotic urological surgery, translational oncology, biomarkers and conservative uro-oncology.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- MRI / Ultrasound Fusion Biopsy of the Prostate
- HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) Focal Therapy
- Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
- Robotic Partial / Radical Nephrectomy
- Robotic Cystectomy with Urinary Diversion
- Trans-Urethral Resection of Prostate (TURP)
- Trans-Urethral Resection of Bladder Tumour (TURBT)
- Active Surveillance Programme for Localised Prostate Cancer
- Targeted Therapy & Immunotherapy for Advanced Cancer
- Tumour Biomarker / Molecular Profiling
- Multidisciplinary Tumour Board-Based Care
- Translational and Precision Oncology Programmes
List of Disease and Treatment for which PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Universitätsklinikum Carl Gustav Carus Dresden an der Technischen Universität Dresden, Klinik und Poliklinik für Urologie, Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany — Leitende Oberärztin (Senior Consultant) & Deputy Clinic Director, 2021 – Present
- Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital — Oberärztin (Consultant), 2019 – 2021
- Technische Universität Dresden — Faculty Member & Privatdozent, 2019 – Present
Past Affiliations
- Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Klinik für Urologie, TU Dresden — Specialist in Training, 2011 – 2016
- Pathology Institute, Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital — Eisenberger Stipendiat (Research Fellow), 2016
- Freie Universität Berlin, Germany — Specialty Training in Urology
- Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich — MBBS Trainee in Human Medicine, 2003 – 2011
Academic & Research Roles
- Privatdozent (PD) – Habilitated University Lecturer at TU Dresden (2019)
- Active research lead on "Imaging, focal therapy and translational research in prostate cancer" at the Urological Research Laboratory, TU Dresden
- Recipient of the Eisenberger Stipend (BoA1/FE-16), 2016 – German Society of Urology
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in German and international urology journals
- Active speaker at urology and DKG conferences
- Member of the DKG Expert Network
Key Achievements
- 19+ years of clinical experience
- Leitende Oberärztin & Deputy Clinic Director at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden (2021 – Present)
- Habilitation in 2019 on "Imaging and Diagnostics in Prostate Cancer"
- Recipient of Eisenberger Stipend (2016) – German Society of Urology
- Active member of the DKG Expert Network
- Multiple research publications on imaging, fusion biopsy and translational prostate cancer research
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Eisenberger Stipend (BoA1/FE-16), German Society of Urology, 2016, for project "Chemosensitisation of Prostate Cancer through Neuropilin-2-Targeted siRNA-Loaded Nanoparticles"
- Habilitation (PD) – Privatdozent / Dr. habil. at TU Dresden, 2019, on "Imaging and Diagnostics in Prostate Cancer"
- Recognised among Dresden's leading urologists with strong international referrals
- Active member of the German Cancer Society (DKG) Expert Network
Professional Memberships
- German Society of Urology (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Urologie)
- German Cancer Society (DKG) Expert Network
- Technische Universität Dresden – Privatdozent
- State Chamber of Physicians, Saxony (Sächsische Landesärztekammer)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Borkowetz A, et al. Multiple peer-reviewed publications on prostate cancer imaging and MRI/ultrasound fusion biopsy.
- Borkowetz A, Erdmann K, Füssel S. Multiple co-authored research publications on "Imaging, focal therapy and translational research in prostate cancer" at the Urological Research Laboratory, TU Dresden.
- Borkowetz A, et al. "Chemosensitisation of Prostate Cancer through Neuropilin-2-Targeted siRNA-Loaded Nanoparticles." Eisenberger Stipend project, 2016.
- Borkowetz A, et al. "Analysis of genetic mutations in cell-free circulating DNA of patients with localised prostate cancer before and after focal HIFU therapy." Research project at DKFZ Heidelberg.
- Specific full citations: Information not publicly available.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Imaging and characterisation of molecular genetic signatures in prostate cancer
- MRI/ultrasound fusion biopsy of the prostate
- Focal therapy / HIFU for localised prostate cancer
- Biomarkers and translational oncology
- Robotic urological surgery
- Conservative uro-oncology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| MRI / Ultrasound Fusion Biopsy of Prostate | ₹80,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $960 – $3,600 |
| HIFU (Focal Therapy) for Prostate Cancer | ₹4,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $5,400 – $14,400 |
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| Robotic Partial / Radical Nephrectomy | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| Robotic Cystectomy with Urinary Diversion | ₹4,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $5,400 – $14,400 |
| TURP / TURBT | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Tumour Biomarker / Molecular Profiling | ₹50,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $600 – $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 PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz use in Urologist treatment?
PD Dr. Borkowetz uses cutting-edge urological technologies including MRI/ultrasound fusion biopsy of the prostate (Habilitation-trained), HIFU focal therapy for localised prostate cancer, robotic radical prostatectomy, robotic partial and radical nephrectomy, robotic cystectomy with urinary diversion, TURP, TURBT, modern active surveillance for localised prostate cancer, modern targeted therapy and immunotherapy, tumour biomarker and molecular profiling and multidisciplinary tumour board-based care — making her a top urology and prostate cancer specialist in Dresden, Germany.
2. What conditions does PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz specialize in treating?
She specialises in prostate cancer (localised and advanced), bladder cancer, microscopic hematuria, overactive bladder, urinary tract infection, erectile dysfunction, male infertility, kidney cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, urolithiasis, urological tumours and translational and precision oncology cases — making her a sought-after Urology, Prostate Cancer Imaging and Focal Therapy specialist in Dresden, Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz?
Appointments with PD Dr. med. Angelika Borkowetz 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. Angelika Borkowetz?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from PD Dr. Borkowetz, 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. Angelika Borkowetz offer second opinions for Urologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with PD Dr. Borkowetz can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of prostate cancer, MRI fusion biopsy candidacy, focal therapy / HIFU options, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, BPH or complex uro-oncology cases from a 2019-Habilitated Privatdozent and Deputy Clinic Director at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, TU Dresden, Germany.
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