Asklepios Hospital Barmbek, Hamburg – Germany
About Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus
Prof. Dr. med. Dr. med. habil. Thomas Carus is a senior General, Visceral and Vascular Surgeon with over 28 years of experience and dual habilitation. Author of the renowned textbook "Atlas der laparoskopischen Chirurgie" (now in its 4th edition) and former Chefarzt of the Asklepios Westklinikum Hamburg, he is one of Germany's leading authorities in minimally invasive surgery.
- 28+ years of experience in General, Visceral and Vascular Surgery
- Medical Graduation — University of Düsseldorf, Germany
- Post-graduate Specialisation — Visceral Surgery (1999), Vascular Surgery (2001), Special Visceral Surgery (2012)
- Author of "Atlas der laparoskopischen Chirurgie" (Thieme, 4th edition)
- Diplom-Gesundheitsökonom (Diploma in Health Economics)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Graduation — University of Düsseldorf, Germany
- Doctoral degree (Dr. med.) — University of Düsseldorf, Germany
- Habilitation (Dr. med. habil.) — Carl Gustav Carus Universität Dresden (Surgery)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialist for Surgery (Facharzt für Chirurgie) — Evangelisches Krankenhaus Düsseldorf and Evangelisches Krankenhaus Oldenburg
- Specialist for Visceral Surgery (Facharzt für Viszeralchirurgie) — 1999
- Specialist for Vascular Surgery (Facharzt für Gefäßchirurgie) — 2001
- Specialist for Special Visceral Surgery (Spezielle Viszeralchirurgie) — 2012
- Internship in Vascular Surgery — Hospital Diepholz, Germany
- Additional qualifications in Proctology, Palliative Medicine, Sports Medicine and Emergency Medicine
- Diplom-Gesundheitsökonom (Diploma in Health Economics)
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Council (Hamburg / Niedersachsen) Registration
- German Society of Surgery (DGCH) — Member
- German Society for Visceral Surgery (DGAV) — Member
- German Society for Vascular Surgery (DGG) — Member
- German Society for Bariatric Surgery (CAADIP) — Member
- International Endo Hernia Association — Founding Member
- American College of Surgeons — Member
- American Hernia Association — Member
- Surgical Working Group for Minimally Invasive Surgery — Board Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Vascular Disease (Arterial & Venous)
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Visceral Surgery Conditions (Stomach, Bowel, Colorectal)
- Reflux Disease (Indication for Fundoplication)
- Gallbladder Disease
- Inguinal & Abdominal Hernias (incl. Recurrent & Complex)
- Adipositas / Obesity (Bariatric Surgery)
- Visceral Cancers (Stomach, Colon, Rectum)
- Proctological Conditions (Anal & Rectal)
- Thyroid Disease (Surgical)
- Chronic Wounds
- Sport-related Surgical Injuries
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic) Surgery — Visceral & Bariatric: Comprehensive minimally invasive surgery of the entire abdomen, including 3D laparoscopic technique with ~1,000 MIC procedures per year — author of the textbook "Atlas der laparoskopischen Chirurgie" (4th edition).
- Vascular Surgery & Hernia Repair: Comprehensive vascular surgery, certified hernia centre care and complex hernia repair — a leading Vascular Surgeon specialist in Hamburg / Northern Germany for international patients.
- Bariatric Surgery, Thyroid Surgery & Chronic Wounds: Specialised in obesity and metabolic surgery, thyroid surgery, and chronic wound management — relevant for international patients researching the best vascular and visceral surgeon in Germany.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Vascular Surgery (Open and Endovascular)
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Peripheral Bypass Surgery
- Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic) Visceral Surgery
- 3D Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Hernia Repair (Inguinal and Ventral)
- Laparoscopic Colorectal & Gastric Cancer Surgery
- Laparoscopic Fundoplication for Reflux Disease
- Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass)
- Thyroid Surgery
- Proctology Procedures
- Chronic Wound Care
- Sport-related Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Chefarzt — Department of General, Visceral and Vascular Surgery, Asklepios Westklinikum Hamburg, Suurheid 20, 22559 Hamburg, Germany (formerly; subsequently Niels-Stensen-Kliniken — see below)
- Chefarzt — Department of General, Visceral, Vascular and Palliative Surgery, Elisabeth-Krankenhaus Thuine, Niels-Stensen-Kliniken (Lower Saxony, Germany)
- Head of Department — General, Gastroenterological and Vascular Surgery / Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Bassum Hospital (associated)
Past Affiliations
- Asklepios Westklinikum Hamburg — Chefarzt, Department of General, Visceral and Vascular Surgery + Reference Centre for Adipositas and Metabolic Surgery + Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery (from 2015)
- Klinikum Bremen-Ost — Chefarzt and Ärztlicher Geschäftsführer, Department of General, Visceral and Trauma Surgery + Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery (Past)
- Hospitals in Cuxhaven, Willich, Mönchengladbach and Neuss, Germany — Chefarzt (Past)
- Evangelisches Krankenhaus Düsseldorf and Oldenburg — Surgical Specialist Training (Past)
- Visiting / Teaching positions at Universities of Düsseldorf, Göttingen, Dresden, Hannover, Hamburg and Hochschule Bremerhaven (since 1991)
Academic & Research Roles
- Habilitation (Dr. med. habil.) — Carl Gustav Carus Universität Dresden
- University Teaching at six German universities since 1991
- Editor of the textbook "Atlas der laparoskopischen Chirurgie" (Thieme, 4th edition)
- Editor of additional surgical textbooks
- Author of numerous scientific publications
- Faculty member at international laparoscopic surgery courses (Mönchengladbach, Bremen, Hannover, Hamburg, Berlin and Warsaw, Poland)
- Active member and Board Member of the Surgical Working Group for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Key Achievements
- 28+ years of experience in General, Visceral and Vascular Surgery
- Habilitation (Dr. med. habil.) — Carl Gustav Carus Universität Dresden
- Editor of "Atlas der laparoskopischen Chirurgie" (Thieme, 4th edition) — a leading German laparoscopic surgery textbook
- ~1,000 minimally invasive procedures annually under his leadership at Asklepios Westklinikum Hamburg
- Founder of MIC Training Lab for medical students and physicians at Asklepios Westklinikum
- Multiple Chefarzt and university teaching appointments across Germany
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Habilitation (Dr. med. habil.) — Carl Gustav Carus Universität Dresden (Surgery)
- Founding Member — International Endo Hernia Association
- Recognised authority in minimally invasive surgery — international course faculty (Germany, Poland)
Professional Memberships
- German Society of Surgery (DGCH)
- German Society for Visceral Surgery (DGAV)
- German Society for Vascular Surgery (DGG)
- German Society for Bariatric Surgery (CAADIP)
- International Endo Hernia Association — Founding Member
- American College of Surgeons
- American Hernia Association
- Surgical Working Group for Minimally Invasive Surgery — Board Member
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- "Atlas der laparoskopischen Chirurgie" — Editor (Thieme, 4th edition).
- Multiple additional surgical textbooks edited.
- Numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications on minimally invasive surgery, visceral surgery and vascular surgery.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive (3D laparoscopic) visceral surgery
- Vascular surgery
- Bariatric / metabolic surgery for adipositas
- Hernia repair
- Chronic wound management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (EUR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Consultation | €350 – €600 | $378 – $648 |
| Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy | €4,500 – €8,500 | $4,860 – $9,180 |
| Laparoscopic Hernia Repair | €4,500 – €9,500 | $4,860 – $10,260 |
| Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery | €12,000 – €25,000 | $12,960 – $27,000 |
| Laparoscopic Fundoplication | €6,500 – €12,000 | $7,020 – $12,960 |
| Bariatric Surgery (Sleeve / Gastric Bypass) | €9,000 – €17,000 | $9,720 – $18,360 |
| Vascular Surgery (Aortic / Carotid) | €12,000 – €30,000 | $12,960 – $32,400 |
| Thyroid Surgery | €6,000 – €11,000 | $6,480 – $11,880 |
*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. med. Thomas Carus use in Vascular Surgeon treatment?
Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus uses advanced surgical technologies including modern 3D laparoscopic visceral surgery (with ~1,000 MIC procedures annually), comprehensive vascular surgery (open and endovascular), modern bariatric / metabolic surgery, laparoscopic hernia repair (with founding-member expertise from the International Endo Hernia Association), modern thyroid surgery, and modern chronic wound management. Virtual second opinions are also available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus specialize in treating?
Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus specialises in vascular disease, aortic aneurysm, peripheral artery disease, carotid stenosis, visceral surgical conditions, reflux disease, gallbladder disease, inguinal and complex abdominal hernias, obesity / bariatric conditions, visceral cancers (stomach, colon, rectum), proctological conditions, surgical thyroid disease, chronic wounds, and sport-related surgical injuries — making him a leading Vascular and Visceral Surgeon specialist in Hamburg and Northern Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus 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. med. Thomas Carus?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. med. Thomas Carus, 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. med. Thomas Carus offer second opinions for Vascular Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Vascular and Visceral Surgeon in Hamburg / Northern Germany — particularly relevant for vascular, complex hernia, bariatric, gastrointestinal cancer and minimally invasive surgery cases.
