Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, Dresden – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Juergen Weitz
Prof. Dr. med. Juergen Weitz is a Senior Consultant Vascular and Visceral Surgeon in Dresden with 31+ years of expertise in surgical oncology, hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, and minimally invasive techniques. He is Director of one of Germany's leading surgical departments, Memorial Sloan-Kettering trained, and supervised by future Nobel laureate Prof. Harald zur Hausen during his doctoral thesis.
- 31+ years of experience in vascular, visceral, and surgical oncology
- Director — Department of Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Dresden, since 2012
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York — Surgical Oncology Fellowship
- Doctorate supervised by Nobel Prize laureate Prof. Harald zur Hausen
- Author/co-author of 1,495+ scientific publications
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation — Studies in Medicine, University of Heidelberg, Germany, and Duke University, Durham, USA, 1986–1993
- MD (Doctorate / PhD) — German Cancer Research Center, Heidelberg, 1993, Thesis: "Human papillomavirus and its interaction with the host cell" (supervised by Prof. Harald zur Hausen, future Nobel Prize laureate)
- MSc — Healthcare Management, University of Heidelberg, Germany, 2004–2006
- Habilitation — Surgery, Medical Faculty of the University of Heidelberg, 26 April 2001
Fellowships & Special Training
- Surgical Training in Vascular Surgery — Department of Vascular Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Germany, and Duke University, Durham, USA (DAAD Scholarship)
- Fellowship in Surgical Oncology — Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
- Resident — Department of Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Germany, 1995–2000
Certifications & Accreditations
- Saxony Medical Council Registration
- Specialist (Facharzt) Certification — Visceral Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and Thoracic Surgery, Germany
- Professor of Surgery — University of Heidelberg, since 2005
- Professor of Surgical Oncology — University of Heidelberg, since December 2011
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Colorectal Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
- Oesophageal Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcomas
- Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancers
- Endocrine Tumours (Thyroid, Adrenal)
- Crohn's Disease
- Diverticulitis
- Colon Polyps
- Rectal Prolapse
- Lung Cancer (Thoracic Surgery)
- Hernia
Sub-specialties
- Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery: Internationally recognised specialist in liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic cancer surgery — a leading vascular and visceral surgeon specialist in Dresden for HPB oncology.
- Surgical Oncology & Sarcoma: Memorial Sloan-Kettering trained expert in surgical oncology — among the best vascular and visceral surgeon doctor in Germany for complex cancer surgery.
- Minimally Invasive & Transplantation Surgery: Director-level expertise in minimally invasive techniques and transplantation surgery.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Hepatobiliary Surgery (Liver Resection)
- Pancreatic Surgery (Whipple's Procedure)
- Oesophageal & Gastric Surgery
- Colorectal Cancer Surgery
- Endocrine Surgery (Thyroid, Adrenal)
- Sarcoma Resection
- Transplantation Surgery
- Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic) Abdominal Surgery
- Vascular Surgery (Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair)
- Thoracic Surgery (Lung Cancer)
- Robot-Assisted Abdominal Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technical University Dresden, Fetscherstr. 74, 01307 Dresden, Germany — Director, Clinic and Polyclinic for Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, since 2012 (Present)
- National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) Dresden — Managing Director (Concurrent)
Past Affiliations
- University of Heidelberg, Germany — Professor of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, December 2011
- University of Heidelberg, Germany — Head, Section of Molecular Oncology, Department of Surgery, since 2005
- University of Heidelberg, Germany — Professor of Surgery, since 2005
- University of Heidelberg, Germany — Attending Surgeon, Department of Surgery, since May 2001
- University of Heidelberg, Germany — Resident, Department of Surgery, 1995–2000
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA — Surgical Oncology Fellow (Past)
- Duke University, Durham, USA — Vascular Surgery Training (DAAD Scholarship, Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Head — KFO 227 Working Group, German Research Foundation ("From Primary Tumor Progression Towards Metastases"), since 2009
- Author and co-author of 1,495+ scientific publications across surgical oncology, surgery, and cancer research
- Active in research on cell oncology, surgical oncology, and bone resection
Key Achievements
- 31+ years of experience in vascular, visceral, and surgical oncology
- 1,495+ scientific publications (312+ as primary author)
- Director of one of Germany's leading surgical departments since 2012
- Doctoral thesis supervised by Nobel Prize laureate Prof. Harald zur Hausen
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Hospital recognised as one of Germany's leading colon cancer centres by Focus magazine — Department of Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Dresden, under his leadership
- DAAD Scholarship — German Academic Exchange Service, for vascular surgery training at Duke University
- Habilitation in Surgery — University of Heidelberg, 2001
Professional Memberships
- German Surgical Society (DGCH) — Section of Oncology
- German Society for General and Visceral Surgery
- German Cancer Society (DKG)
- German Society of Digestive and Metabolic Diseases
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 1,495+ scientific publications across surgical oncology, surgery, and cancer research — including 312+ as primary author.
- Doctoral Thesis — "Human papillomavirus and its interaction with the host cell", German Cancer Research Center, Heidelberg, 1993 (supervised by Prof. Harald zur Hausen).
- Habilitation Thesis — Surgery, Medical Faculty of the University of Heidelberg, 2001.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Molecular oncology and tumour progression to metastases (KFO 227)
- Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgical oncology
- Minimally invasive abdominal surgery
- Transplantation surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vascular / Visceral Surgery Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
| Liver Resection (Hepatobiliary Surgery) | ₹15,00,000 – ₹30,00,000 | $18,000 – $36,000 |
| Whipple's Procedure (Pancreatic Cancer) | ₹18,00,000 – ₹35,00,000 | $21,600 – $42,000 |
| Colorectal Cancer Surgery | ₹12,00,000 – ₹25,00,000 | $14,400 – $30,000 |
| Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair | ₹14,00,000 – ₹28,00,000 | $16,800 – $33,600 |
*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. Juergen Weitz use in Vascular Surgeon treatment?
Prof. Dr. Juergen Weitz uses advanced surgical technologies including minimally invasive (laparoscopic) abdominal surgery, robot-assisted surgery, advanced hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgical techniques, transplantation surgery, and modern thoracic and vascular surgical approaches — supporting precise, internationally aligned surgical oncology care.
2. What conditions does Dr. Juergen Weitz specialize in treating?
Prof. Dr. Juergen Weitz is a leading vascular and visceral surgeon specialist in Dresden, Germany, treating colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, gastric cancer, oesophageal cancer, soft tissue sarcomas, gallbladder and bile duct cancers, endocrine tumours, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, lung cancer, and complex vascular pathology — among the best vascular and visceral surgeon doctor in Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Juergen Weitz?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Juergen Weitz 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. Juergen Weitz?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Juergen Weitz, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination in Dresden, 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. Juergen Weitz offer second opinions for Vascular Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of complex liver, pancreatic, colorectal, gastric, oesophageal, or sarcoma surgery options from a leading Vascular and Visceral Surgeon specialist in Dresden, Germany.
