Meoclinic Hospital, Berlin – Germany
About Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila
Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila is the Chief Neurosurgeon at Meoclinic Hospital, Berlin, Germany, with over 39 years of clinical experience. Ruhr University Bochum and University of Essen-trained, she is widely recognised for her expertise in microsurgical operations of the spine, skull, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and brain — having delivered 160+ scientific lectures worldwide and authored 100+ scientific publications, with specialist expertise in minimally invasive spine stabilisation and complex peripheral nerve surgery.
- 39+ years of experience as Chief Neurosurgeon
- MD & Graduation in Medicine — Ruhr University Bochum + University of Essen, Germany, 1976–1981
- Internship in Neurosurgery — University Hospital Essen, Germany, 1981
- Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS); German Society for Neurosurgery; German Cancer Society
- 160+ scientific lectures delivered; 100+ articles in scientific publications; teaching since 1985
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Studies — Ruhr University Bochum and University of Essen, Germany, 1976–1981
- MD (Doctor of Medicine) — German Medical University, qualified 1981
- Preparatory Student for Neuroanatomy — Chair of Anatomy II, Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, 1977–1978
Fellowships & Special Training
- Internship in Neurosurgery — University Hospital Essen, Germany, 1981
- Specialised training in Microsurgical Operations of the Spine
- Specialised training in Microsurgical Operations of the Skull and Skull Base
- Specialised training in Microsurgical Operations of the Spinal Cord
- Specialised training in Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Specialised training in Brain Surgery
- Specialised expertise in Minimally-Invasive Spine Stabilisation
Certifications & Accreditations
- Approbation (German Medical Licence) — registered with German Medical Council
- Member — German Society for Neurosurgery
- Member — German Cancer Society
- Member — German-Arab Medical Society eV
- Member — German-Arab Medical Association
- Member — European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Lipomas (Spine, Brain, and Peripheral)
- Neuromas (Acoustic and Peripheral)
- Pituitary Adenomas and Pituitary Tumours
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Ulnar Sulcus Syndrome
- Recklinghausen's Disease (Neurofibromatosis Type 1)
- Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Hemangioblastomas (Brain and Spine)
- Herniated Discs (Lumbar, Thoracic, Cervical)
- Spinal Stenosis
- Foraminal Tightness
- Brain Tumours
- Spinal Cord Diseases and Malformations
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Sub-specialties
- Microsurgical Spine Surgery: 35+ years of microsurgical operations on the spine — making her a leading neurosurgeon specialist in Berlin, Germany.
- Minimally-Invasive Spine Stabilisation: Specialist in modern minimally-invasive stabilising operations of the spine.
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery: Specialist in nerve transplants and peripheral nerve compression syndromes (carpal, tarsal, ulnar tunnel).
- Skull and Skull Base Surgery: Specialist in microsurgical skull base operations.
- Hereditary Tumour Syndromes: Specialist in Recklinghausen's disease and Hippel-Lindau syndrome surgical management.
- Hemangioblastomas: Specialist in surgical resection of brain and spine hemangioblastomas.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Microsurgical Spine Operations
- Microsurgical Skull and Skull Base Operations
- Microsurgical Spinal Cord Operations
- Brain Surgery (Microsurgical)
- Minimally-Invasive Spine Stabilisation
- Lipoma Excision Surgery
- Neuroma Excision Surgery
- Pituitary Adenoma Surgery
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
- Ulnar Sulcus Syndrome Surgery
- Hemangioblastoma Surgery (Brain and Spine)
- Nerve Transplant Surgery
- Herniated Disc Surgery (Lumbar, Thoracic, Cervical)
- Spinal Stenosis Decompression
- Surgery for Recklinghausen's Disease
- Surgery for Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Meoclinic Hospital, Friedrichstraße, Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin, Germany — Chief Neurosurgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- University Hospital Essen, Germany — Neurosurgery Internship, 1981
- Ruhr University Bochum, Germany — Chair of Anatomy II Preparatory Student in Neuroanatomy, 1977–1978
- Various senior neurosurgical positions across German hospitals during her 39+ year career
Academic & Research Roles
- Teaching at seminars, lectures, and clinics since 1985 (40+ years of teaching)
- Delivered 160+ scientific lectures in Germany and worldwide
- Authored 100+ articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications
- Member — Advisory Board of the Hagedorn Foundation, 2009–2011
- Member — Erich and Katharina Zinkann Foundation, Bielefeld, Germany, 2013–2015
- Board Member — Society for Epilepsy Research eV, Bielefeld, Germany, 2009–2015
Key Achievements
- 39+ years of clinical neurosurgery experience
- 35+ years of microsurgical operative experience
- 160+ scientific lectures delivered in Germany and worldwide
- 100+ articles published in scientific journals
- 40+ years of teaching neurosurgery (since 1985)
- Multiple foundation board appointments (Hagedorn, Zinkann, Society for Epilepsy Research)
- Chief Neurosurgeon at ISO-certified Meoclinic Hospital, Berlin (39 years tenure)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Member of European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) — international recognition
- Member of German-Arab Medical Society eV and German-Arab Medical Association — international medical bridge recognition
Professional Memberships
- German Society for Neurosurgery
- German Cancer Society
- German-Arab Medical Society eV
- German-Arab Medical Association
- European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 100+ articles in peer-reviewed scientific publications spanning microsurgical neurosurgery, spine surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, hemangioblastomas, and minimally-invasive techniques.
- 160+ scientific lectures delivered in Germany and across the world.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Microsurgical spine surgery outcomes
- Minimally-invasive spine stabilisation techniques
- Peripheral nerve surgery and nerve transplants
- Hereditary tumour syndromes (Recklinghausen's, Hippel-Lindau)
- Hemangioblastomas of the brain and spine
- Skull base microsurgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (EUR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | €300 – €600 | $326 – $652 |
| Microsurgical Spine Surgery (Disc / Stenosis) | €12,000 – €25,000 | $13,000 – $27,200 |
| Minimally-Invasive Spine Stabilisation | €18,000 – €38,000 | $19,600 – $41,300 |
| Pituitary Adenoma Surgery | €18,000 – €35,000 | $19,600 – $38,000 |
| Hemangioblastoma Surgery (Brain / Spine) | €20,000 – €40,000 | $21,700 – $43,500 |
| Carpal / Tarsal / Ulnar Tunnel Surgery | €3,500 – €7,500 | $3,800 – $8,150 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. International patients should expect German healthcare premium pricing. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila use in Neurosurgeon treatment?
Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila uses advanced microsurgical operating systems, modern minimally-invasive spine stabilisation instrumentation, contemporary peripheral nerve surgical platforms, and evidence-based skull base microsurgery techniques available at five-star Meoclinic Hospital, Berlin.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila specialize in treating?
Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila specialises in microsurgical spine and skull operations, peripheral nerve surgery (carpal/tarsal/ulnar tunnel), pituitary tumours, hemangioblastomas, hereditary tumour syndromes (Recklinghausen's, Hippel-Lindau), and minimally-invasive spine stabilisation — making her a leading neurosurgeon specialist in Berlin, Germany and one of the most experienced female neurosurgeon doctors in Europe with 39+ years of practice.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling at Meoclinic Hospital, Berlin.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila, including medical visa invitation letters for Germany, airport transfers from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, and luxury hotel-style accommodation coordination at Meoclinic Hospital. Her membership in the German-Arab Medical Society makes her exceptionally well-suited to Middle Eastern and international patient care.
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. med Terttu A Pietila offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Prof. Dr. med Terttu A Pietila can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for international patients seeking expert review of microsurgical spine, pituitary tumour, hemangioblastoma, peripheral nerve, or hereditary tumour syndrome cases from a senior Chief Neurosurgeon in Berlin, Germany with 39+ years of European microsurgical experience.
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