Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann
PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann (FAHA, FESO) is a senior Neurologist and stroke researcher with over 16 years of experience. As Senior Consultant (Leitender Oberarzt) at the Department of Neurology, University Hospital Dresden, and Head of the Stroke Unit and Neurovascular Outpatient Clinic, he is one of Germany's leading stroke experts. He has secured over EUR 20.7 million in research grants and trained at Oxford and Harvard.
- 16+ years of experience in Neurology, Stroke and Neurovascular Disorders
- Medical Graduation — Charité Medical School, Berlin (2008)
- Doctoral degree (Dr. med.) — Technische Universität Dresden (2009)
- Postdoctoral research at University of Oxford and Harvard Medical School
- Fellow — American Heart Association (FAHA) and European Stroke Organisation (FESO)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Graduation — Charité Medical School, Berlin / Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany (2008)
- Dr. med. — Technische Universität (TU) Dresden, Germany (2009)
- Habilitation (Dr. med. habil.) — Technische Universität (TU) Dresden, Germany
Fellowships & Special Training
- Postdoctoral Researcher — Cardiovascular Clinical Research Facility, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, UK (2015–2016, European Academy of Neurology Fellowship)
- Clinical Research Fellow — Center for Autonomic and Peripheral Nerve Disorders, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA (2010–2011, German Research Foundation DFG)
- Specialist Training in Clinical Neurology — University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, TU Dresden
- Site Director — Principles and Practice of Clinical Research, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (since 2012)
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Council (Sächsische Landesärztekammer) Registration
- Fellow — American Heart Association (FAHA)
- Fellow — European Stroke Organisation (FESO)
- European Stroke Organisation — Member
- German Society for Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology — Member
- American Academy of Neurology — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Stroke (Ischaemic & Haemorrhagic)
- Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)
- Cerebrovascular Diseases
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorders
- Brain-Heart Axis Disorders
- COVID-19 Associated Ischaemic Stroke
- Carotid Stenosis
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Neurovascular Outpatient Conditions
- Headache & Migraine
- Movement Disorders
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Reperfusion Injury (post-Thrombectomy)
Sub-specialties
- Acute Stroke Care & Mechanical Thrombectomy: Comprehensive acute stroke management including IV thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy at the Dresden University Stroke Center — a leading Stroke Neurologist specialist in Dresden, Germany for international patients.
- Neurovascular Outpatient Care & Brain-Heart Axis: Head of the Neurovascular Outpatient Clinic — comprehensive secondary stroke prevention, brain-heart axis evaluation and post-stroke care.
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorders & Clinical Neuropharmacology: Harvard-trained expertise in autonomic disorders and clinical neuropharmacology — relevant for international patients researching the best stroke neurologist in Germany.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Acute Stroke Treatment (IV Thrombolysis)
- Mechanical Thrombectomy Coordination
- Stroke Unit Care
- Telemedicine-Based Stroke Ward Rounds
- Tele-Stroke Consultations
- Neurovascular Outpatient Care
- Secondary Stroke Prevention
- Carotid Artery Disease Management
- Autonomic Function Testing
- Brain-Heart Axis Evaluation
- Post-Stroke Rehabilitation Coordination
- Case Management-Based Post-Stroke Care (SOS-Care Programme)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant (Leitender Oberarzt) — Department of Neurology, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus (UKD), TU Dresden, Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany (Present)
- Head — Stroke Unit, University Hospital Dresden (Present)
- Head — Neurovascular Outpatient Clinic, University Hospital Dresden (Present)
- Coordinator for Neurology Education — University Hospital Dresden (Present)
- Programme Director — Master's Programme in Clinical Research (M.Sc.), Dresden International University (since 2014)
- Site Director — Principles and Practice of Clinical Research, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Dresden site (since 2012)
Past Affiliations
- University of Oxford, Radcliffe Department of Medicine — Postdoctoral Researcher (2015–2016)
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston — Clinical Research Fellow (2010–2011)
- TU Dresden, Faculty of Medicine — Project Leader, Model Medical Education Programme MEDiC (2020–2024)
- University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus — Specialist Training in Neurology (Past)
- Charité Medical School, Berlin — Medical Student (until 2008)
Academic & Research Roles
- Privatdozent (PD) — Habilitated Lecturer, TU Dresden
- Programme Director — Master's in Clinical Research, Dresden International University
- Site Director — Principles and Practice of Clinical Research, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Dresden site
- Project Leader — Model Medical Education Programme MEDiC, TU Dresden Chemnitz Campus (2020–2024)
- Editor — Pharmacotherapy textbook (Thieme, 2 editions)
- Acquired over EUR 20.7 million in research grants over career
- 25+ publications in German neurology journals plus international peer-reviewed publications
Key Achievements
- 16+ years of experience in Neurology, Stroke and Neurovascular Disorders
- Acquired over EUR 20.7 million in research grants over his career
- Trained at University of Oxford (UK) and Harvard Medical School (USA)
- Fellow — American Heart Association (FAHA) and European Stroke Organisation (FESO)
- Recipient of 11 prestigious prizes and awards (see Awards section)
- TU Dresden Lehrpreis (Teaching Award) 2020/2021 for the development of the MEDiC model medical degree programme
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Paul Dudley White Award — American Heart Association (2021)
- Rudolf-Buchheim-Prize — German Society for Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology
- American Academy of Neurology International Scholarship Award
- European Academy of Neurology Fellowship
- TU Dresden Teaching Award (Lehrpreis) 2020/2021 — MEDiC Model Medical Programme
- Carl Gustav Carus Sponsorship Award — TU Dresden Faculty of Medicine (2009)
- 11 total prestigious prizes and awards over career
Professional Memberships
- American Heart Association (Fellow — FAHA)
- European Stroke Organisation (Fellow — FESO)
- American Academy of Neurology
- German Society for Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology
- German Medical Council (Sächsische Landesärztekammer)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Editor of a textbook on pharmacotherapy (Thieme, 2 editions).
- 25+ publications in German neurology journals plus numerous international peer-reviewed papers on stroke, telemedicine, mechanical thrombectomy, autonomic nervous system, and COVID-19 ischaemic stroke.
- Lead and senior author on multiple stroke care evidence-based studies during the COVID-19 pandemic and on case management-based post-stroke care (SOS-Care).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Acute stroke care and mechanical thrombectomy outcomes
- Brain-heart axis and autonomic nervous system
- Telemedicine in stroke care
- COVID-19 and ischaemic stroke
- Reperfusion injury after thrombectomy
- Clinical research methodology and digital medical education
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (EUR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurology Consultation | €350 – €600 | $378 – $648 |
| Acute Stroke Treatment (IV Thrombolysis) | €4,500 – €9,500 | $4,860 – $10,260 |
| Mechanical Thrombectomy | €18,000 – €35,000 | $19,440 – $37,800 |
| Stroke Unit Stay (per day) | €800 – €1,500 | $864 – $1,620 |
| Neurovascular Outpatient Workup | €1,500 – €3,500 | $1,620 – $3,780 |
| Autonomic Function Testing | €500 – €1,500 | $540 – $1,620 |
| Stroke Rehabilitation Coordination | €2,500 – €8,000 | $2,700 – $8,640 |
*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. Timo Siepmann use in Neurologist treatment?
PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann uses advanced neurology technologies including IV thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy for acute stroke, telemedicine-based stroke ward rounds, modern neurovascular outpatient care, autonomic function testing, brain-heart axis evaluation, and case management-based post-stroke care (SOS-Care). Virtual second opinions are also available for international patients.
2. What conditions does PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann specialize in treating?
PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann specialises in stroke (ischaemic and haemorrhagic), TIA, cerebrovascular diseases, autonomic nervous system disorders, brain-heart axis disorders, COVID-19 associated ischaemic stroke, carotid stenosis, stroke rehabilitation, neurovascular outpatient conditions, headache, movement disorders, peripheral neuropathy, and post-thrombectomy reperfusion injury — making him a leading Stroke Neurologist specialist in Dresden, Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann?
Appointments with PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann 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. Timo Siepmann?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from PD Dr. med. Timo Siepmann, 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. Timo Siepmann offer second opinions for Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with a FAHA-FESO-credentialed Stroke Neurologist in Dresden, Germany — particularly relevant for acute stroke, mechanical thrombectomy, autonomic nervous system, brain-heart axis and complex neurovascular cases.
