Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer

About Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer

Prof. Dr. med. Bernhard Meyer is a globally renowned Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon in Munich with 35+ years of expertise in spine surgery, neuro-oncology, vascular neurosurgery, and brain-computer interfaces. He has held the Chair of Neurosurgery at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) since 2006 and is past President of the German Society for Spine Surgery and former Chairperson of EANS Spine Section.

35+ years of experience in neurosurgery and spine surgery
Director — Department of Neurosurgery, TUM Klinikum Rechts der Isar, Munich, since 2006
Past President — German Society for Spine Surgery (2019)
Past Chairperson — Spine Section, European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (2010–2019)
EANS Award (2025) for outstanding contributions to neurosurgery, especially spinal research

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

Graduation — Studies in Medicine, University of Padua, Italy
Graduation — Studies in Medicine, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany
Graduation — Medical Studies, Northwestern University, Chicago, USA
MD (Doctorate) — Institute for Human Genetics, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany, 1989
Habilitation (Postdoctoral Teaching Qualification) — Neurosurgical University Clinic, Bonn, Germany, 1999

Fellowships & Special Training

Neurosurgery Training — University of Tübingen, Germany
Neurosurgery Training — Duisburg, Germany
Neurosurgery Training — University Hospital Bonn, Germany
International Training — University Hospital Zurich, Switzerland
International Training — Phoenix, Arizona, USA
International Training — State University, Brooklyn, New York, USA
German Medical Board Certification — Neurosurgery, 1995

Certifications & Accreditations

Bavarian State Medical Council Registration
German Medical Board Certification — Neurosurgery, 1995
Specialist (Facharzt) Certification — Neurosurgery, Germany
Professor of Neurosurgery — Germany, 2001
Chair of Neurosurgery — Technical University of Munich (TUM), since 2006

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Brain Tumours (Gliomas, Meningiomas, Metastases)
Skull Base Tumours
Spinal Cord Tumours
Complex Spine Disorders (Degeneration, Trauma, Tumour, Anomaly)
Spinal Stenosis
Herniated Discs
Pituitary Tumours
Cerebral Vascular Malformations (Aneurysms, AVM)
Epilepsy (Surgical)
Brain Cysts
Spine Injuries
Paediatric Neurosurgical Conditions
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Functional Neurosurgery Conditions

Sub-specialties

Spine Surgery & Spinal Research: Internationally recognised specialist in complex spine surgery and spinal research, with EANS recognition for outstanding contributions — a leading neurosurgeon and spine surgeon specialist in Munich.
Neuro-Oncology & Skull Base Surgery: Comprehensive expertise in brain tumour and skull base tumour surgery within an interdisciplinary neuro-oncology centre (NOKUM) — among the best neurosurgeon doctor in Germany.
Brain-Computer Interfaces & Innovative Neurotech: One of Europe's leading figures in BCI research, integrating AI tools (DIGI-TUM) for brain tumour treatment.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Microsurgical Brain Tumour Resection
Skull Base Surgery
Endoscopic Pituitary Surgery
Complex Spine Surgery
3D Fluoroscopy Image-Guided Pedicle Screw Placement
Microdiscectomy
Spinal Stenosis Decompression
Spine Trauma Stabilisation
Aneurysm Clipping
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Resection
Stereotactic Neurosurgery
Epilepsy Surgery
Functional Neurosurgery (Deep Brain Stimulation)
Vagus Nerve Stimulator Implantation
Paediatric Neurosurgical Procedures
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Brain Shunting Procedures
Cranioplasty
Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Surgical Implementation

List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

TUM Klinikum Rechts der Isar (University Hospital), Technical University of Munich, Germany — Chair of Neurosurgery / Director, Department of Neurosurgery, since 2006 (Present)

Past Affiliations

Neurosurgical University Clinic, Bonn, Germany — Senior Physician, since 1995; Habilitation 1999; Professor of Neurosurgery, 2001
University Hospital Bonn, Germany — Neurosurgery Training
Phoenix, Arizona, USA — International Training
University Hospital Zurich, Switzerland — International Training
State University, Brooklyn, New York, USA — International Training
Northwestern University, Chicago, USA — International Medical Studies
University of Tübingen, Germany — Neurosurgery Training
Duisburg, Germany — Neurosurgery Training
University of Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany — MD, Institute for Human Genetics, 1989
University of Padua, Italy — Medical Studies

Academic & Research Roles

Chair of Neurosurgery — Technical University of Munich, since 2006
Past President — German Society for Spine Surgery, 2019
Past Chairperson — Education and Fellowship Committee, Eurospine, 2015–2019
Past Chairperson — Spine Section, European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), 2010–2019
Former President — International Group for Advancement in Spinal Science, 2014–2018
Former President — German Academy of Neurosurgery, 2015
Author/co-author of 3,998+ scientific publications (ResearchGate)
Lead investigator — DIGI-TUM AI-driven brain tumour treatment programme

Key Achievements

35+ years of experience in neurosurgery and spine surgery
20-year tenure as Chair of Neurosurgery at TUM Munich (since 2006)
EANS Award (2025) for outstanding contributions to neurosurgery, especially spinal research
European leader in brain-computer interface research

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

EANS Award — European Association of Neurosurgical Societies, for outstanding contributions to neurosurgery, especially spinal research, 2025
Past President — German Society for Spine Surgery, 2019
Former President — International Group for Advancement in Spinal Science, 2014–2018
Former President — German Academy of Neurosurgery, 2015
Habilitation — Neurosurgical University Clinic, Bonn, 1999

Professional Memberships

German Society for Spine Surgery — Past President
Eurospine — Past Chairperson, Education and Fellowship Committee
European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) — Past Chairperson, Spine Section
International Group for Advancement in Spinal Science — Former President
German Academy of Neurosurgery — Former President
German Society of Neurosurgery (DGNC)

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

3,998+ scientific publications across neurosurgery, spine surgery, neuro-oncology, vascular neurosurgery, and brain-computer interfaces — accessible via PubMed and ResearchGate.
Ryang YM, Villard J, Obermüller T, Friedrich B, Wolf P, Gempt J, Ringel F, Meyer B. Learning curve of 3D fluoroscopy image-guided pedicle screw placement in the thoracolumbar spine. The Spine Journal. 2015;15(3):467–476.
Eitz KA, Lo SS, Soliman H, Sahgal A, Theriault A, Pinkham MB, Foote MC, Song AJ, Shi W, Redmond KJ, Gui C, Kumar AMS, Machtay M, Meyer B, Combs SE. Multicenter evaluation of stereotactic radiotherapy for resection cavities of brain metastases.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Spinal research and innovative spine surgery techniques
Brain-computer interfaces (BCI) and neurotech leadership
AI-driven brain tumour treatment (DIGI-TUM)
Neuro-oncology and skull base surgery
3D fluoroscopy image-guided pedicle screw placement

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Neurosurgery / Spine Consultation	₹15,000 – ₹35,000	$180 – $420
Brain Tumour Resection (Craniotomy)	₹14,00,000 – ₹26,00,000	$16,800 – $31,200
Complex Spine Reconstruction	₹14,00,000 – ₹28,00,000	$16,800 – $33,600
Microdiscectomy	₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000	$7,200 – $16,800
Skull Base Surgery	₹16,00,000 – ₹32,00,000	$19,200 – $38,400

*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. Bernhard Meyer use in Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon treatment?

Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer uses advanced neurosurgical and spine surgery technologies including microsurgical brain tumour resection, endoscopic pituitary surgery, 3D fluoroscopy image-guided pedicle screw placement, microdiscectomy, complex spine reconstruction, stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, deep brain stimulation, AI-driven brain tumour treatment (DIGI-TUM), and brain-computer interface (BCI) surgical implementation — supporting world-class neurosurgical care.

2. What conditions does Dr. Bernhard Meyer specialize in treating?

Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer is a leading neurosurgeon and spine surgeon specialist in Munich, Germany, treating brain tumours, skull base tumours, spinal cord tumours, complex spine disorders, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, pituitary tumours, cerebral aneurysms and AVMs, surgical epilepsy, brain cysts, spine injuries, paediatric neurosurgical conditions, peripheral nerve disorders, and functional neurosurgery cases — among the best neurosurgeon doctor in Germany.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Bernhard Meyer?

Appointments with Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer 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. Bernhard Meyer?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination in Munich, Germany.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counseling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival in Germany.

6. Does Dr. Bernhard Meyer offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of complex brain tumour, skull base, spine, vascular neurosurgery, or functional neurosurgery cases from a leading Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon specialist in Munich, Germany.

Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer

About Prof. Dr. Bernhard Meyer