Asklepios Hospital Barmbek

• They have renowned specialists who are working in this field of expertise for over 25 years
• Asklepios Hospital Barmbek has the best faculty to deal with blood cancers, besides, they treat a variety of blood-related pathologies.
• It is their utmost priority to reach the correct diagnosis of cancer in the early stages and hence they use high radiation and immunotherapy.
• They apply a specific procedure known as VATS which removes the tumor by doing punctures. Moreover, It focuses only on a small area and it is useful in the early therapies of carcinoma treatment
• Experienced doctors use intervention oncology for a generalized effect on cancer.
• Following are some of the basic procedures performed at the hospital:

Chemotherapy: the department offers chemotherapies for a wide range of cancers in which they use special chemicals to kill fast-spreading cancerous cells

Immunotherapy: it involves a therapeutical procedure that helps to boosts the immune system of patients against cancer cells Radiation therapy: oncology department offers a non-invasive method that uses an intense beam of rays to kill cancer cells. Hormonal therapy: it is the hormonal manipulation in decreasing the growth of cancer cells thus it enhances the recovery rate.

• The hospital is mostly famous for the successful treatments in this department and it has a great panel of doctors who are mainly specialized in this field of expertise
• The subcategory of the department includes laproscoscopic surgery, endoscopic surgery, pediatric surgery and etc.
• Asklepios Hospital Barmbek provides a wide range of surgeries and procedures including myomectomy, umbilical hernia repair, hysterectomy, nephrectomy, and etc.
• They use advanced tools especially in the procedures of amputation and hemorrhoidectomy.
• Specifically, They are doing wonders in offering their service in visceral surgery which includes direct involvement of the organ which has to be dealt with very carefully and precisely.
• Patients all around the world choose this hospital for their endoscopic procedures which are minimally invasive in which tumor is removed very carefully in the gastrointestinal tract. Moreover, It is mostly performed through the esophagus or anal canal.
• Lately, It has become a Centre of attraction in Europe due to all clinical surgeries including minimally invasive techniques such as bloodless Laparoscopic surgery and many other innovative procedures.

• The expert panel of doctors at Asklepios hospital Barmbek forms the department of cardiology. Also to achieve the best treatment possible specialists of related medical experts work together and join to develop optimal treatment regimens
• Asklepios Hospital Barmbek offers advanced procedures such as angiography of the radial artery, coronary CT, arterial septal defect, and intracoronary stem cell therapy
• The hospital also offers a cardioverter-defibrillator used for heart rhythm disorders because it is one of the advanced medical tools successfully used by the department.
• They have an emergency ward for patients specifically with myocardial infarction.
• Doctors of this department are doing a great job in offering a pleasant environment and their persistent services to all the patients
• The department mainly offers some of the procedures given below:

Holter procedure: it involves using electrodes and monitoring electrical impulses throughout the body and specifically tracking abnormal heart rhythms.

Percutaneous coronary intervention: also known as angioplasty with the help of a stent to widen the blocked or narrow vessels and to restore the blood flow.

Echocardiography: it is a type of ultrasound that helps the sound waves to form the image of the heart that helps the doctor to monitor the internal condition of the heart.

Interventional cardiology: it involves the catheter-based procedure for the treatment of structural heart disorders

• The hospital has a variety of experienced doctors and advanced medical equipment hence provide comprehensive treatment in this department.
• The health care center provides the best and finest treatments for breast cancer because they offer a full 4-D ultrasound of the breast which helps in getting an accurate diagnosis.
• Asklepios Hospital Barmbek offers advanced procedures for many breast-related pathologies such as antibody therapy, antihormone therapy, and minimally invasive therapy
• They are making quite progress in eliminating all the risk factors leading to breast cancer and it also provides awareness through seminars and workshops
• Specifically, This department has a high recovery rate because of the implementation of advanced technologies
• Thousands of women choose this hospital for their breast cancer treatment annually hence it provides them with top-class treatment facilities

The clinic has a neurosurgery unit for pediatrics and adults where neurosurgeons perform surgical and non-surgical procedures to improve brain and spinal defects.

The minimally invasive surgeries have improved the overall health of patients as the recovery time through minimally invasive surgery is short, and the procedure is not painful at all. The neurosurgeons take care of the patients by monitoring their recovery after the procedure. The neurosurgeons perform

• Discectomy- It is a minimally invasive procedure to reduce pressure on the lamina. This procedure helps to reduce chronic spine pain and backache in patients with injuries or fractures. The neurosurgeons scrap out a part of the intervertebral disc responsible for inducing pressure on the root canal. The neurosurgeons monitor patients for a week after discectomy, and then the patients get discharged from the hospital.

The clinic has the largest ophthalmology center in North Germany that has state-of-the-art facilities for adults and pediatrics. The ophthalmologists in Asklepios Barmbek offer conservative and focussed Laser therapies for people with partial or permanent visual impairment as the ophthalmology unit of the clinic is the largest in Germany, so the ophthalmologists perform more than 4400 LASER surgeries every year for vision correction.

The ophthalmologists focus on the major eye diseases such as cataracts and glaucoma as they are common in every 1 in 6 individuals. They focus on minimally invasive procedures but depending on the depth of the problem and sensitivity of the eye; they usually give preference to radiation procedures because of excellent precision. The ophthalmologists use

• Computed tomography
• Heidelberg retinography
• Pachymetry
• Electroretinogram
• Corneal topography

These diagnostic tools help in the accurate detection of eye problems. The retinal detachment, which is a common problem in old age individuals, is precisely treated here. For ocular lens damage, the ophthalmologists use lens implants or artificial lenses to improve the visual acuity.

In pediatrics, premature retinopathy is very common which can be controlled by accurate diagnosis. The ophthalmologists also use Yag Laser in young individuals to remove eye clouds that impair vision. The ophthalmologists at Asklepios are also involved in corneal transplants, and when no other method works for the patient, they perform the corneal replacements.

• Trabeculectomy- The ophthalmologists use this surgical procedure to facilitate lymphatic drainage responsible for increased pressure inside the brain. This works best for people with chronic glaucoma as it reduces intraocular pressure significantly.

The ophthalmologists also offer services such as

• Vitrectomy
• Yag LASER
• LASIK
• Phacoemulsification
• Myopia treatment
• Astigmatism treatment
• Hyperopia management
• Cataract surgery
• Dry eye syndrome treatment

The plastic and reconstructive surgery unit at Asklepios Barmbek is well-organized, and qualified plastic surgeons work there. The plastic surgeons treat patients using reconstructive surgery procedures to heal their birth defects, burns, and birthmarks. In some cases, plastic surgeons use cosmetic procedures to improve skin appearance that has any defects.

The plastic surgeons at Asklepios have replaced minimally invasive surgeries with the most innovative noninvasive plastic surgery procedures. Most of the procedures used in the clinic are based on botulinum toxin. The plastic surgeons also use hyaluronic acid to improve skin appearance as pigmentation is a common problem in Germany.

At Asklepios, plastic surgeons first analyze the skin texture and type before proceeding with any procedure. It is very important to first understand the skin type before starting any procedure. The plastic surgeons perform each procedure according to the patient’s skin type and condition.

They also provide assistance to people regarding their post-treatment skincare. The plastic surgeons use different implants or threads that help contour and shape the face and body. At Asklepios, the plastic surgeons perform the following procedures to improve skin appearance

• Rhinoplasty- It is usually performed to improve the facial appearance by shaping the nose bone. The process can be surgical or noninvasive, depending on the complexity of the situation. It has no downtime and can be completed within 60 minutes. The patient can see visible results within three months.
• Facelift- This procedure is used to contour cheekbones and jaw lines. It improves the saggy skin and improves blood circulation. The plastic surgeons use threads to contour and tighten the face.
• Tummy tuck- This method is used frequently as it tightens a loose belly. The plastic surgeons surgically remove the adipose fat to reshape the belly muscles.