Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About PD Dr. med. Cahit Birdir
PD Dr. med. Cahit Birdir is the Leitender Oberarzt (Senior Consultant) for Obstetrics and Prenatal Diagnostics at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden, Germany, with over 20+ years of clinical experience and a specialised fetal medicine fellowship under Prof. Kypros Nicolaides at King's College Hospital, London. He is internationally recognised for fetal laser surgery, intrauterine therapies and high-risk pregnancy care, and leads the First-Trimester Specialist Clinic and the new Feto-Neonatal Health Pathway at one of Germany's leading university hospitals.
- 20+ years of clinical experience in obstetrics, gynaecology and fetal medicine
- Leitender Oberarzt for Obstetrics & Prenatal Diagnostics, Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden
- Fetal medicine and fetal laser surgery fellowship under Prof. Kypros Nicolaides, King's College Hospital, London
- Improves twin survival in TTTS from ~10% to 70% with fetal laser surgery (intrauterine intervention)
- 30+ peer-reviewed publications; Member of the German Society for Obstetrics and Gynecology
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation in Human Medicine, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Germany
- Post-Graduation (Facharzt) in Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Universitätsklinikum Essen, Germany
Fellowships & Special Training
- Habilitation (Privatdozent / PD) – Renowned German University — academic title denoting advanced post-doctoral teaching qualification
- Specialty Fellowship in Fetal Medicine and Fetal Laser Surgery, King's College Hospital, London, UK (under Prof. Kypros Nicolaides)
- Specialised training in First-Trimester Diagnostics & Specialist Clinic Leadership
- Specialised training in Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) Laser Surgery
- Specialised training in Minimally Invasive Intrauterine Procedures
Certifications & Accreditations
- State Chamber of Physicians, Saxony (Sächsische Landesärztekammer) – Facharzt für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe
- German Society for Obstetrics and Gynecology (DGGG) – Active Member
- Technische Universität Dresden – Faculty Member & Privatdozent
- Languages: German, English, Turkish
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- High-Risk Pregnancy
- Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)
- Fetal Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Congenital Fetal Malformations
- Fetal Growth Restriction (Wachstumsretardierung)
- Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) Screening
- Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome) Screening
- Cervical Dysplasia & Pre-Cancer
- Uterine Fibroids
- Ovarian Cysts
- Endometriosis
- Routine Gynaecology & Obstetric Care
Sub-specialties
- Fetal Medicine & Prenatal Diagnostics: King's College Hospital London / Prof. Nicolaides-trained — making him a sought-after gynaecology specialist in Dresden Germany for international patients seeking the best fetal medicine specialist in Germany.
- Fetal Laser Surgery & Intrauterine Therapies: Specialised in twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) laser surgery — improving twin survival from ~10% to 70%.
- First-Trimester Screening & Feto-Neonatal Health Pathway: Heads the 2010-established First-Trimester Specialist Clinic and the new Feto-Neonatal Health Pathway with University Hospital Jena.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Fetal Laser Surgery for TTTS (Intrauterine Twin Procedure)
- Fetal Surgery for Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Intrauterine Amniocentesis & Fetal Sampling
- First-Trimester Down Syndrome Screening
- Cell-Free DNA (NIPT) Trisomy 21 / 18 Detection
- High-Risk Pregnancy Programme
- Fetal Growth Restriction Pathway
- Cervical Cerclage
- Prenatal Diagnostic Ultrasound (Specialist Level)
- Myomectomy (Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic)
- Cervical Biopsy & Vulval Biopsy
- Reproductive Surgeries (Cystectomy, Endometrial Ablation, Hysteroscopy, Laparoscopy, Laparoscopic Oophorectomy)
- Multidisciplinary Feto-Neonatal Care
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Klinik für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe, Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany — Leitender Oberarzt (Senior Consultant) for Obstetrics and Prenatal Diagnostics, April 2017 – Present
- Centre for Feto-Neonatal Health, University Hospital Dresden — Lead, Feto-Neonatal Health Pathway, 2020 – Present (in collaboration with University Hospital Jena)
- First-Trimester Specialist Clinic at TU Dresden — Lead, 2017 – Present
Past Affiliations
- Universitätsklinikum Essen, Universitätsfrauenklinik — Senior Consultant (Oberarzt) and Head of Prenatal Medicine Outpatient Clinic, until March 2017
- King's College Hospital, London, UK — Fellow under Prof. Kypros Nicolaides (Fetal Medicine / Fetal Laser Surgery)
- Universitätsklinikum Essen — Trainee in Gynaecology and Obstetrics
- Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — MBBS Trainee in Human Medicine
Academic & Research Roles
- Privatdozent (PD) – Habilitated University Lecturer at TU Dresden
- 30+ peer-reviewed publications in German specialist journals on fetal medicine and prenatal diagnostics
- Lectures on "Pränatale Diagnostik angeborener Fehlbildungen" at TU Dresden
- Active speaker at fetal medicine, perinatology and DGGG conferences
- Co-author of multiple research papers on physiological-based cord clamping and noninvasive trisomy testing
Key Achievements
- 20+ years of clinical experience in obstetrics, gynaecology and fetal medicine
- Leitender Oberarzt role at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden (since April 2017)
- Privatdozent (PD) – Habilitated University Lecturer
- King's College Hospital London / Prof. Kypros Nicolaides-trained in fetal medicine and fetal laser surgery
- Lead of First-Trimester Specialist Clinic and Feto-Neonatal Health Pathway
- Improves twin survival in TTTS from ~10% to 70% with fetal laser surgery
- 30+ peer-reviewed publications
- Strong patient testimonials on Sanego (8-day average wait, 13-min average waiting room)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Habilitation (PD) – Privatdozent recognising research and teaching excellence in fetal medicine
- King's College Hospital London Fellowship under Prof. Kypros Nicolaides
- Recognised among Dresden's leading fetal medicine specialists for advanced intrauterine therapies
- Specific additional named awards: Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- German Society for Obstetrics and Gynecology (DGGG)
- Technische Universität Dresden – Privatdozent
- State Chamber of Physicians, Saxony (Sächsische Landesärztekammer)
- Multiple prestigious German and international fetal medicine and perinatology associations
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Birdir C, et al. "Chromosome-selective sequencing of maternal plasma cell-free DNA for first-trimester detection of trisomy 21 and trisomy 18." American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. April publication.
- Köninger A, Kauth A, Schmidt M, Yerlikaya G, Kasimir-Bauer S, Kimmig R, Birdir C. Multiple co-authored fetal medicine and prenatal diagnostics publications.
- Schmidt U, Capek C, Birdir C, Erfurt C, Nitzsche K. Co-authored study in Z Geburtshilfe Neonatol. Aug 2019;223(4).
- Birdir C, et al. 30+ peer-reviewed publications in German specialist journals on fetal medicine, prenatal diagnostics, TTTS laser surgery and physiological-based cord clamping.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Fetal medicine and prenatal diagnostics
- Fetal laser surgery for TTTS
- First-trimester Down syndrome and trisomy 18 screening (cell-free DNA / NIPT)
- Feto-neonatal health pathway and growth restriction
- Physiological-based cord clamping
- Minimally invasive intrauterine procedures
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Fetal Medicine / Prenatal Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
| Fetal Laser Surgery for TTTS | ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,200 – $18,000 |
| Fetal Surgery (Diaphragmatic Hernia) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| First-Trimester Specialist Screening | ₹15,000 – ₹50,000 | $180 – $600 |
| Cell-Free DNA (NIPT) Trisomy 21/18 | ₹25,000 – ₹80,000 | $300 – $960 |
| High-Risk Pregnancy Programme | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Cervical Cerclage | ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $600 – $2,400 |
| Laparoscopic Myomectomy / Hysteroscopy | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
*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. Cahit Birdir use in Gynaecologist and Obstetrician treatment?
PD Dr. Birdir uses cutting-edge fetal medicine and gynae technologies including fetal laser surgery for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), fetal surgery for diaphragmatic hernia, intrauterine amniocentesis and fetal sampling, first-trimester Down syndrome screening, cell-free DNA (NIPT) trisomy 21/18 detection, modern high-risk pregnancy programmes, fetal growth restriction pathways, cervical cerclage, specialist-level prenatal diagnostic ultrasound, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic myomectomy, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy and laparoscopic oophorectomy — making him a top fetal medicine and prenatal diagnostics specialist in Dresden, Germany.
2. What conditions does PD Dr. med. Cahit Birdir specialize in treating?
He specialises in high-risk pregnancy, twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), fetal diaphragmatic hernia, congenital fetal malformations, fetal growth restriction, trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) and trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome) screening, cervical dysplasia, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis and routine gynaecology and obstetric care — making him a sought-after Fetal Medicine and Prenatal Diagnostics specialist in Dresden, Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with PD Dr. med. Cahit Birdir?
Appointments with PD Dr. med. Cahit Birdir 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. Cahit Birdir?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from PD Dr. Birdir, 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. Cahit Birdir offer second opinions for Gynaecologist and Obstetrician cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with PD Dr. Birdir can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of high-risk pregnancy, twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome, fetal diaphragmatic hernia, fetal malformations, fetal growth restriction, trisomy 21 / 18 screening or complex prenatal diagnostics cases from a King's College Hospital London / Prof. Nicolaides-trained Privatdozent at Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden, Germany.
