Thoraxklinik-Heidelberg gGmbH

The Thoraxklinik Heidelberg is one of the largest and most renowned lung specialty clinics in Europe, treating lung and chest diseases for over 100 years. As part of the University Hospital Heidelberg, it enjoys a close connection to the university and is an academic teaching hospital. The clinic offers 310 beds and treats approximately 10,500 inpatients and 30,100 outpatients annually[1][3].

• Diagnostics and Therapy: The clinic offers modern diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as lung function tests, bronchoscopy, imaging, and robot-assisted surgery[1][3].
• Specialties: The Thoraxklinik specializes in the treatment of lung cancer, bronchial carcinoma, pleural mesothelioma, and rare lung diseases. It has a center for long-term ventilation and weaning[1][3].
• Research and Development: The clinic is closely connected with the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the German Center for Lung Research (DZL) and conducts active research in the areas of emphysema, rare lung diseases, and weaning[1][5].

The Thoraxklinik places great importance on the dignity and quality of life of its patients. Humanity and interdisciplinary collaboration are central principles in treatment. The clinic strives to create a safe and pleasant environment for the healing process[2].

The Thoraxklinik is engaged in various social and cultural initiatives. These include volunteer programs such as the Ecumenical Hospital Aid and the Guidance Service, which have supported patients for decades. Additionally, the clinic promotes art and culture in everyday hospital life through exhibitions and events[4].

The clinic is also active in prevention work, particularly in the area of smoking prevention among children and adolescents[4]. Furthermore, medical research is supported through charity events that benefit the Heidelberg Thorax Foundation[4].

The Thoraxklinik Heidelberg was recently recognized as one of the world's leading hospitals in the field of pulmonology and thoracic oncology[4].

• 1 - https://department.university-hospital-heidelberg.com/thoraxklinik-heidelberg
• 2 - https://www.thoraxklinik-heidelberg.de/ueber-uns/unser-leitbild
• 3 - https://www.leading-medicine-guide.com/de/spezialisten/thoraxklinik-heidelberg-ggmbh-heidelberg
• 4 - https://www.thoraxklinik-heidelberg.de/fuer-patienten/ihr-aufenthalt
• 5 - https://www.lungenaerzte-im-netz.de/aerzte/heidelberg/thoraxklinik-heidelberg/startseite.html