Nordwest Hospital, Frankfurt – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Michael van Kampen
PD Dr. med. Michael van Kampen is a Senior Consultant Radiation Oncologist in Frankfurt with 31+ years of experience in high-precision radiation therapy, IMRT, stereotactic radiosurgery, intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT), and combined radio-chemotherapy. He is Chief Physician of the Department of Radiation Oncology at one of Frankfurt’s leading hospitals and is annually included in the list of best radiation oncologists in Germany.
- 31+ years of experience in clinical radiation oncology
- Chief Physician — Department of Radiation Oncology, Krankenhaus Nordwest, Frankfurt
- Habilitation — University of Heidelberg, Clinical Radiology, 1995
- 166+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- Annually featured in lists of Germany’s best radiation oncology specialists
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Graduation — Studies in Human Medicine, University of Hamburg, Germany, 1982–1989
- Graduation — Studies in Human Medicine, University of Erlangen, Germany, 1982–1989
- PhD — Doctoral Thesis on "Determination of thymosin ß4 in human blood cells and serum", 1990
- Habilitation — University of Heidelberg, Clinical Radiology, Thesis: "Is there a volume-effect relationship of intraoperative radiation therapy?", 1995
Fellowships & Special Training
- Assistant Doctor — Nuremberg North Clinic, Radiation Therapy and Radiological Diagnostics Departments, until 1993
- Specialised training in Intraoperative Radiotherapy (IORT)
- Specialised training in Stereotactic Radiosurgery and IMRT
Certifications & Accreditations
- Hesse State Medical Council Registration
- Specialist (Facharzt) Certification — Radiation Oncology, Germany
- Privatdozent (PD) — Habilitation Lecturer
- Arbitration Expert — State Medical Association of Radiation Therapy
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Kidney (Renal) Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Glioblastoma & Brain Tumours
- Head and Neck Cancers
- Soft Tissue Sarcomas
- Gastrointestinal Cancers
- Recurrent & Metastatic Tumours
Sub-specialties
- High-Precision Radiation Therapy & IMRT: Specialist in intensity-modulated radiation therapy and image-guided radiotherapy — a leading radiation oncologist specialist in Frankfurt for precision radiotherapy.
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery & IORT: Specialised expertise in stereotactic radiosurgery and intraoperative radiotherapy, with foundational research on volume-effect relationships in IORT — among the best radiation oncologist doctor in Germany for advanced techniques.
- Combined Radio-Chemotherapy: Comprehensive expertise in concurrent chemoradiation protocols, including landmark glioblastoma research with temozolomide.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- High-Precision Radiation Therapy
- Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
- Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
- Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT)
- Intraoperative Radiotherapy (IORT)
- Combined Radio-Chemotherapy
- External Beam Radiotherapy (EBRT)
- Brachytherapy
- Treatment Planning for Recurrent Tumours
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. Michael van Kampen can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Krankenhaus Nordwest GmbH, Frankfurt am Main, Germany — Chief Physician (Chefarzt), Radioonkologische Klinik / Department of Radiation Oncology (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Krankenhaus Nordwest, Frankfurt am Main — Medical Director (Past)
- Specialised Committee of the Technical Monitoring Association — Chairman (Past)
- Nuremberg North Clinic, Germany — Assistant Doctor, Radiation Therapy and Radiological Diagnostics Departments, until 1993
- University of Heidelberg, Germany — Habilitation in Clinical Radiology, 1995
- University of Erlangen, Germany — Medical Studies, 1982–1989 (concurrent with Hamburg)
- University of Hamburg, Germany — Medical Studies, 1982–1989
Academic & Research Roles
- Privatdozent (PD) — Habilitation Lecturer in Clinical Radiology, University of Heidelberg
- Arbitration Expert — State Medical Association of Radiation Therapy
- Member of the Board — National Association of Radiation Therapists in Germany
- Author of 166+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- Author of book chapters in radiation oncology textbooks
Key Achievements
- 31+ years of experience in clinical radiation oncology
- 166+ peer-reviewed scientific publications
- Annually featured in lists of Germany's best radiation oncology specialists
- Habilitation Thesis pioneering volume-effect relationships in intraoperative radiation therapy
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Annually included in lists of best radiation oncology specialists in Germany
- Habilitation — University of Heidelberg, Clinical Radiology, 1995
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM)
- German Society for Medical Physics (DGMP)
- European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO)
- German Society for Radiation Oncology (DEGRO)
- American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
- Hellenic Association of Medical Physicists (EFIE)
- National Association of Radiation Therapists in Germany — Board Member
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 166+ peer-reviewed scientific publications across radiation oncology, IORT, stereotactic radiosurgery, and combined radio-chemotherapy — accessible via PubMed.
- Combs SE, Schulz-Ertner D, van Kampen M, et al. Temozolomide combined with radiation as first-line treatment in primary glioblastoma multiforme: Phase I/II study.
- van Kampen M. Habilitation Thesis: "Is there a volume-effect relationship of intraoperative radiation therapy?" University of Heidelberg, 1995.
- van Kampen M. Doctoral Thesis: "Determination of thymosin ß4 in human blood cells and serum," 1990.
- Multiple book chapters in radiation oncology textbooks.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT) volume-effect relationships
- Combined radio-chemotherapy in glioblastoma
- Stereotactic radiosurgery for complex tumours
- High-precision radiation therapy techniques
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Radiation Oncology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
| IMRT (Full Course) | ₹6,50,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,800 – $16,800 |
| Stereotactic Radiosurgery | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| Intraoperative Radiotherapy (IORT) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $5,400 – $12,000 |
| Combined Radio-Chemotherapy Course | ₹8,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 | $9,600 – $21,600 |
*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. Michael van Kampen use in Radiation Oncologist treatment?
PD Dr. Michael van Kampen uses advanced radiation oncology technologies including high-precision radiation therapy, intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), stereotactic radiosurgery, intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT), and combined radio-chemotherapy protocols — supporting precise, internationally aligned cancer care.
2. What conditions does Dr. Michael van Kampen specialize in treating?
PD Dr. Michael van Kampen is a leading radiation oncologist specialist in Frankfurt, Germany, treating breast cancer, lung cancer, kidney cancer, endometrial cancer, prostate cancer, glioblastoma, brain tumours, head and neck cancers, soft tissue sarcomas, gastrointestinal cancers, and recurrent and metastatic tumours — among the best radiation oncologist doctor in Germany.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Michael van Kampen?
Appointments with PD Dr. Michael van Kampen 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. Michael van Kampen?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from PD Dr. Michael van Kampen, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination in Frankfurt, 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. Michael van Kampen offer second opinions for Radiation Oncologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of complex breast, lung, brain, prostate, or other oncology radiotherapy cases from a leading Radiation Oncologist specialist in Frankfurt, Germany.
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