University Hospital Dusseldorf – Germany
About Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm
Prof. Dr. med. Tanja N. Fehm, Ph.D. is a globally renowned Gynaecologist and Obstetrician with over 27 years of experience, recognised as one of the top Gynaecologist and Obstetrician specialists in Dusseldorf, Germany. She is the Director of the Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics with the Breast Center at University Hospital Düsseldorf, and a world-leading expert in breast cancer surgery, gynaecologic oncology, and circulating tumor cell research.
- 27+ years of dedicated experience in gynaecology, gynaecologic oncology and obstetrics
- Author / co-author of 953+ peer-reviewed scientific publications with 25,000+ citations
- Department handles 297+ breast cancer cases and 1,345+ births annually
- Spokesperson — University Tumour Center Düsseldorf (UTZ) at CIO Aachen-Bonn-Cologne-Düsseldorf, since 2022
- Visiting Professor — University College London Hospital, Indianapolis, MD Anderson Houston
- Department certified by German Cancer Society (DKG) and ClarCert DIN EN ISO 9001:2015
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- Medical Studies in Human Medicine — Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen, Germany, 1990–1997
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) — Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen, Germany, 1998
- Habilitation in Gynaecologic Oncology — Eberhard Karls University, Tübingen, Germany, 2005
- Ph.D. — Title "docent" awarded by Eberhard Karls University, Tübingen, Germany, 2007
- W3 Professorship — University Hospital Düsseldorf, 2012
Fellowships & Special Training
- Research Fellowship — Cancer Immunobiology Center, UT Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, Texas, USA, 1999
- Adjunct Assistant Professor — Cancer Immunobiology Center, UT Southwestern Medical School, USA, 2001
- Visiting Professor — Breast Cancer Research Center, University of Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, 2006
- Visiting Professor — Breast Cancer Center, MD Anderson, Houston, USA, 2007
- Visiting Professor — University College London Hospital, England (Prof. Widschwendter), 2012
- Visiting Professor — Galaxy Care Laparoscopy Institute, Pune, India (Dr. Puntambekar), 2012
- Specialist Training in Gynaecology & Obstetrics — University Hospital Tübingen, Germany, 2002–2005
- Additional sub-specialisation in Gynaecologic Oncology, Palliative Medicine, Special Obstetrics & Perinatal Medicine, and Drug Tumour Therapy
Certifications & Accreditations
- German Medical Council (Ärztekammer) Registration
- Specialist Certification in Gynaecologic Oncology
- Specialist Certification in Special Obstetrics & Perinatal Medicine
- Specialist Certification in Palliative Medicine
- Sub-specialisation in Drug Tumour Therapy
- Department Certified — German Cancer Society (DKG) & ClarCert DIN EN ISO 9001:2015
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Breast Cancer (incl. BRCA-related)
- Ovarian Cancer
- Cervical Cancer
- Endometrial (Uterine) Cancer
- Vulvar & Vaginal Cancers
- Pre-cancers (Cervical Dysplasia, HPV-related)
- Recurrent Gynaecological Cancers
- High-Risk Pregnancy & Perinatal Complications
- Pre-stage Gynaec Cancers
- Hereditary Breast & Ovarian Cancer Syndromes
Sub-specialties
- Breast Cancer Surgery: Breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, oncoplastic and reconstructive procedures — sought after as a leading gynaecologist and obstetrician in Dusseldorf, Germany for breast cancer.
- Gynaecologic Oncology: Management of cervical, ovarian, endometrial and vulvar cancer — relevant for international patients researching the best gynaecologist and obstetrician doctor in Germany.
- Translational Research & Liquid Biopsy: Internationally recognised work on circulating tumour cells (CTCs), ctDNA monitoring, and minimal residual disease in breast cancer.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Breast-Conserving Surgery
- Mastectomy & Reconstructive Breast Surgery
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Radical Hysterectomy
- Cytoreductive Surgery for Ovarian Cancer
- Diagnostic Hysteroscopy
- Core / Vacuum Suction Biopsy
- Chemotherapy & Hormone Therapy for Gynaec Cancers
- Targeted Therapy (PARP, CDK4/6, antibody–drug conjugates)
- Liquid Biopsy / ctDNA Monitoring
- BRCA Genetic Testing & Counselling
- Multidisciplinary Breast / Gynaec Cancer Center Care
List of Disease and Treatment for which Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- University Hospital Düsseldorf (Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf), Düsseldorf, Germany — Director, Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics with Breast Center (since 2013); W3 Professor in Gynaecology & Obstetrics (since 2012); Spokesperson, University Tumour Center Düsseldorf (UTZ) at CIO Aachen-Bonn-Cologne-Düsseldorf (since 2022)
- Heinrich-Heine University Düsseldorf, Germany — Full Professor & Head, Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics (Present)
Past Affiliations
- University Hospital Tübingen, Germany — Leading Senior Physician, Gynaecologic Oncology (2009–2012); Senior Physician & Clinical Manager, Section for Translational Gynaecology (2005–2009); Specialist Trainee (2002–2005)
- University Hospital Erlangen, Germany — Assistant Physician, Department of Gynaecology (2002)
- UT Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, USA — Adjunct Assistant Professor, Cancer Immunobiology Center (2001)
- Comprehensive Cancer Center Tübingen — Board Member (since 2011)
Academic & Research Roles
- Spokesperson — University Tumour Center Düsseldorf (UTZ) at CIO Aachen-Bonn-Cologne-Düsseldorf (since 2022)
- Curator — German Society of Gynaecology & Obstetrics (DGGG)
- Editorial Board Member — Onkologie and Senologie Journals
- Advisory Board Member — Comprehensive Cancer Center Tübingen
- Research Group Leader — minimal residual disease, circulating tumour cells (CTCs) in breast and gynaec cancers
Key Achievements
- 953+ peer-reviewed publications with 25,000+ academic citations
- Department handles 297+ breast cancer cases and 1,345+ births annually
- Department certified by German Cancer Society (DKG) and ClarCert DIN EN ISO 9001:2015
- Multiple international Visiting Professorships (USA, UK, India)
- Recurrent recognition by FOCUS magazine as one of Germany's top breast cancer departments
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Poster Prize — German Cancer Society, 2002
- Merit Award — American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), 2002 and 2004
- Teaching Award in Gynaecologic Oncology, 2005
- 2nd Scientific Prize — Society of Senology, 2006
- Annual Scientific "Busenfreund" Prize — Mammazone Association e.V., 2009
- Poster Prize in Senology, 2011
- FOCUS Magazine — Top Ranked Breast Cancer Department in Germany (recurring)
Professional Memberships
- Research Group on the Study of the Ovaries and Breast (Studienleitgruppe Ovar und Mamma)
- Mammology Section — Association of Gynecologic Oncology (AGO)
- Translational Research Section — Association of Gynecologic Oncology (AGO)
- Research Committee — German Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (DGGG)
- Editorial Board — Onkologie & Senologie Journals
- Advisory Board — Comprehensive Cancer Center Tübingen
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Fehm T, et al. Detection of minimal residual disease and prediction of recurrence in breast cancer using a plasma-only circulating tumor DNA assay. Peer-reviewed translational oncology literature.
- Fehm T, et al. The SURVIVE study — Standard surveillance vs intensified liquid biopsy-based surveillance in early breast cancer survivors.
- Fehm T, et al. The SURVIVE HERoes study — Targeting molecular relapse in HER2-positive / HER2-low breast cancer with trastuzumab deruxtecan.
- Fehm T, et al. The value of genotyping for the detection of malignant neoplasms of circulating epithelial cells in patients with breast cancer. Habilitation thesis, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, 2005.
- 953+ additional peer-reviewed publications in international gynaecology, breast cancer and oncology journals.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Circulating tumour cells (CTCs) in breast and gynaecologic cancers
- Minimal residual disease and ctDNA monitoring
- High-risk breast cancer surveillance
- Targeted and immunotherapy in HER2-positive and HER2-low breast cancer
- Multidisciplinary management of advanced gynaecological cancers
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gynaec Oncology Consultation | ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 | $180 – $360 |
| Breast-Conserving Surgery | ₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,800 – $10,800 |
| Mastectomy with Reconstruction | ₹6,50,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,800 – $16,800 |
| Radical Hysterectomy | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| Ovarian Cancer Cytoreduction | ₹8,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 | $9,600 – $21,600 |
| Chemotherapy (per cycle) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $1,200 – $4,800 |
| Targeted Therapy (per cycle) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| BRCA Genetic Testing | ₹35,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $420 – $1,200 |
| Liquid Biopsy / ctDNA | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 | $480 – $1,440 |
*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. Tanja Fehm use in Gynaecologist and Obstetrician treatment?
Prof. Fehm uses cutting-edge tools including circulating tumour cell (CTC) and ctDNA liquid biopsy assays, advanced minimally invasive gynaec surgery platforms, vacuum-assisted breast biopsy, oncoplastic breast surgery, BRCA genetic testing, targeted therapy and immunotherapy regimens, and molecular tumour boards. International patients can request virtual second opinions through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm specialize in treating?
As a leading gynaecologist and obstetrician specialist in Dusseldorf, Germany, Prof. Fehm treats breast cancer (including BRCA-related), ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, vulvar and vaginal cancers, gynaec pre-cancers, hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndromes, recurrent gynaec cancers, and high-risk pregnancies — making her one of the best gynaecologist and obstetrician doctors in Germany for breast and gynaecologic oncology.
3. How do I book an appointment with Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm?
Appointments with Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm 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. Tanja Fehm?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm, 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. Tanja Fehm offer second opinions for Gynaecologist and Obstetrician cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Prof. Dr. Tanja Fehm can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review of breast cancer surgery, BRCA-related management, ovarian cancer cytoreduction, or targeted therapy plans from a Gynaecologist and Obstetrician specialist in Dusseldorf, Germany.
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