Charite University Hospital, Berlin – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl
Prof. Dr. med. Angela M. Kaindl is a globally renowned Paediatric Neurologist with over 24 years of experience, recognised as one of the leading Paediatric Neurologist specialists in Berlin, Germany. She is the Director of the Department of Pediatric Neurology and Director of the Center for Chronically Sick Children (SPZ) at Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, with internationally celebrated work in paediatric epilepsy, neurogenetics, and rare neurological disorders.
- 24+ years of dedicated experience in paediatrics and paediatric neurology
- Author / co-author of 288+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- Director — Department of Pediatric Neurology, Charité (since 2017)
- Director — Center for Chronically Sick Children (SPZ), Charité (since 2015)
- Trained internationally — INSERM Paris, France (Research Fellowship)
- Multilingual practitioner — German, English and French
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Studies — Free University & Humboldt University, Berlin, Germany, 1994–2001
- Doctoral Thesis (Dr. med.) — Institute of Human Genetics, Humboldt-University, Berlin, Germany, 2002
- Habilitation in Paediatrics — Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany
- Full Professorship in Pediatric Neurology — Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin (2017)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Research Fellowship — INSERM, Paris, France
- Resident in Paediatrics — University Dresden (Prof. Dr. M. Gahr), Germany, 2001–2003
- Resident in Paediatrics — Charité Berlin (Prof. Dr. Grüters-Kieslich), Germany, 2003–2006
- Fellow in Pediatric Neurology — Charité Berlin (Prof. Dr. C. Hübner), Germany, 2009–2010
- Specialist (Facharzt) — Pediatrics, 2006
- Sub-specialty in Paediatric Neurology & Epileptology
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Council (Ärztekammer) Registration
- Specialist (Facharzt) — Paediatrics with Sub-specialty in Paediatric Neurology
- European Reference Network for Neuromuscular Disorders (ERN EURO-NMD) — Affiliated PI
- SFB 1315 Cluster of Excellence — Associated PI, Charité Berlin
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Paediatric Epilepsy & Drug-Resistant Seizures
- Neuromuscular Disorders (incl. Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Muscular Dystrophy)
- Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
- Developmental Disorders (Autism Spectrum, Intellectual Disability)
- Movement Disorders
- Phakomatoses (Neurofibromatosis, Tuberous Sclerosis)
- Chronic Headache & Migraine in Children
- Traumatic Brain Injury (Paediatric)
- Paediatric Stroke
- Inherited / Genetic Neurological Disorders
- Microcephaly & Brain Malformations
Sub-specialties
- Paediatric Epilepsy & Epileptology: Diagnosis, management and pre-surgical evaluation of refractory epilepsy in children — sought after as a top paediatric neurologist in Berlin, Germany for paediatric epilepsy.
- Neuromuscular Disorders: Care of children with spinal muscular atrophy, muscular dystrophy and congenital myopathies — relevant for international patients researching the best paediatric neurologist doctor in Germany.
- Neurogenetics & Rare Disorders: Diagnosis and translational research on genetic causes of paediatric neurological disease.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- EEG & Long-Term Video-EEG Monitoring
- Pre-surgical Evaluation for Refractory Epilepsy
- Antiepileptic Drug Optimisation & Ketogenic Diet
- Disease-Modifying Therapy for SMA (Nusinersen, Onasemnogene Abeparvovec)
- Botulinum Toxin Therapy for Paediatric Spasticity
- Genetic / Whole-Exome Sequencing & Counselling
- Multidisciplinary Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Care
- Specialist Headache Management
- Paediatric Movement Disorder Clinics
- Neurorehabilitation Coordination
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin (Campus Virchow-Klinikum & Campus Charité Mitte), Berlin, Germany — Director, Department of Pediatric Neurology (since 2017); Director, Center for Chronically Sick Children (SPZ) (since 2015); Full Professor of Pediatric Neurology (since 2017)
- SFB 1315 Cluster of Excellence, Berlin, Germany — Associated PI (Present)
- European Reference Network EURO-NMD — Affiliated PI (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany — Senior Physician, Department of Pediatric Neurology (2010–2015)
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany — Senior Resident / Fellow in Pediatric Neurology (2009–2010)
- Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany — Assistant Physician / Medical Specialist, Pediatric Neurology (2003–2006)
- University Dresden, Germany — Resident in Paediatrics (2001–2003)
- INSERM, Paris, France — Research Fellow (Past)
- Humboldt-University Berlin, Germany — Doctoral Researcher (until 2002)
Academic & Research Roles
- Full Professor — Pediatric Neurology, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin
- Director — Center for Chronically Sick Children (SPZ)
- Associated PI — SFB 1315 Cluster of Excellence (Berlin)
- Affiliated PI — European Reference Network for Neuromuscular Disorders (EURO-NMD)
- Active researcher in neurogenetics, paediatric epileptology, and rare neurological disorders
Key Achievements
- 288+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- Director of one of Germany's leading paediatric neurology departments
- Department certified as a specialised centre by the German Society for the Treatment of Muscle Diseases (DGM)
- Multilingual paediatric care delivery — German, English and French
- International leadership in paediatric epileptology and neurogenetics research
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- German Society for Child and Adolescent Medicine (DGKJ)
- Society for Pediatric Neurology (GNP)
- Society for Neuroscience (SfN)
- Neuroscientific Society e.V. (NWG)
- European Reference Network EURO-NMD
- SFB 1315 Cluster of Excellence — Charité Berlin
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Becker L-L, Dafsari HS, Schallner J, Kaindl AM, et al. Clinical and genetic spectrum of paediatric neurological disease. J Hum Genet. 2020;65(11):1003–1017.
- Zaqout S, Ravindran E, Stoltenburg-Didinger G, Kaindl AM. Translational research in microcephaly. Ann Hum Genet. 2020;84(1):87–91.
- Valova V, Kochan A, Werry B, Prager C, Schneider J, Kaindl AM. Childhood epilepsy and neuro-developmental disorders. Neuropediatrics. 2020;51(2):164–169.
- Kaindl AM, et al. Whole-exome sequencing in rare paediatric neurological disorders. Neuropediatrics. 2020;51(1):72–75.
- 288+ additional peer-reviewed publications in international paediatric neurology, neurogenetics, and neuroscience journals.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Neurogenetics of paediatric neurological disorders
- Microcephaly and brain malformations
- Paediatric epilepsy mechanisms and pre-surgical evaluation
- Spinal muscular atrophy and other neuromuscular diseases
- Translational research on rare paediatric neurological diseases
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Paediatric Neurology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| EEG / Long-Term Video EEG | ₹40,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $480 – $2,400 |
| MRI Brain (Paediatric, with sedation) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $480 – $1,440 |
| Antiepileptic Drug Optimisation Programme | ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $600 – $2,400 |
| Whole-Exome Sequencing & Genetic Counselling | ₹70,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $840 – $3,000 |
| SMA Disease-Modifying Therapy (annual, drug-dependent) | ₹50,00,000 – ₹16,00,00,000 | $60,000 – $1,920,000 |
| Botulinum Toxin Therapy (Spasticity) | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $480 – $1,440 |
*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 Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl use in Paediatric Neurologist treatment?
Prof. Kaindl uses advanced paediatric neurology technologies including long-term video EEG monitoring, high-resolution paediatric MRI, whole-exome and whole-genome sequencing, modern disease-modifying therapies for SMA (Nusinersen, Onasemnogene abeparvovec), botulinum toxin therapy for spasticity, ketogenic diet programmes, and multidisciplinary spina bifida care. International patients can request virtual second opinions through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl specialize in treating?
As a leading paediatric neurologist specialist in Berlin, Germany, Prof. Kaindl treats paediatric epilepsy and refractory seizures, neuromuscular disorders (SMA, muscular dystrophy), spina bifida and hydrocephalus, developmental disorders, movement disorders, phakomatoses, paediatric headache, paediatric stroke, microcephaly and brain malformations, and rare genetic neurological disorders — making her one of the best paediatric neurologist doctors in Germany for complex paediatric neurology.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl 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 Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl, 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 Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl offer second opinions for Paediatric Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Prof. Dr. Angela M. Kaindl can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of paediatric epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, neurogenetic conditions, or developmental disorders from a Paediatric Neurologist specialist in Berlin, Germany.
