University Hospital Tuebingen
Tuebingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
About University Hospital Tuebingen
University Hospital Tübingen is a respected academic hospital in southern Germany, affiliated with the Eberhard Karls University. It unites high‑performance medicine, research and teaching under one roof, operating as both a maximal‑care centre and a district hospital. The hospital provides a wide spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients from the region and beyond.
The institution is noted for strong programmes in oncology, neurosciences, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, paediatrics and cardiology. Its eye clinic offers comprehensive refractive surgery counselling, while the cancer centre runs a dedicated personalised cancer‑prevention team. These specialties are supported by a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach that brings together expertise from all medical fields.
University Hospital Tübingen is at the forefront of innovative treatments. It performed the first radio‑ablation for a life‑threatening cardiac arrhythmia in Germany, and its neurology and oncology units continuously develop new diagnostic and therapeutic methods. The hospital also provides extensive blood‑transfusion services and modern laboratory facilities for personalised medicine.
Patient care is supported by a dedicated service team that coordinates appointments, provides multilingual assistance, and ensures daily meals for thousands of in‑patients. The staff represents over 120 nations, fostering a respectful and appreciative environment. Visitors can obtain clear directions and contact information for each department through the hospital’s online portal.
Key highlights
- Academic hospital integrating medicine, research and teaching.
- Strong programmes in oncology, neurosciences, ophthalmology and cardiology.
- Maximal‑care centre that also serves as a district hospital.
- International staff from 120 nations creates a multicultural environment.
- First German radio‑ablation for life‑threatening heart rhythm disorder.
- Dedicated patient‑service team ensures meals and coordinated care.
Specialties
Departments and centres
- Oncology
- Neurosciences
- Orthopaedics
- Ophthalmology (University Eye Clinic)
- Paediatrics
- Cardiology
- Personalised Cancer Prevention Center
- Maternity and Mother‑Child Station
- Women’s Clinic (Frauenklinik)
- Radioablation Unit
- Blood Transfusion Service
- Patient Service & Nutrition
Facilities and technology
- Radioablation technology for cardiac arrhythmias.
- Advanced ophthalmic surgery and refractive counselling.
- Comprehensive blood‑transfusion service.
- State‑of‑the‑art laboratory for personalised cancer prevention.
- Modern imaging and diagnostic equipment for oncology and neurology.
- Large‑scale inpatient meal production and distribution.
For international patients
- Multilingual staff representing over 120 nations.
- Assistance with medical‑billing inquiries (e.g., Unimed invoices).
- Coordination of appointments and referrals for foreign patients.
- Provision of detailed medical information in several languages.
- Support with travel directions and hospital navigation.
- Patient‑service team handling meals and comfort for international guests.
Plan your treatment at University Hospital Tuebingen
- 1Share your reports
Send your medical reports and the treatment you need through the enquiry form.
- 2Get a plan and estimate
We check suitability with the facility and share a treatment plan with an estimate.
- 3Travel with support
Help with the visa letter, flights, airport pickup and a stay near the hospital.
- 4Care after you return
Follow-up support with your doctors once you are back home.
Frequently asked questions
Which medical specialties are available at University Hospital Tübingen?
The hospital offers oncology, neurosciences, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, paediatrics and cardiology, among other disciplines.
Does the hospital engage in research and teaching activities?
Yes, it combines high‑performance medicine with research and education as part of the Eberhard Karls University.
What innovative treatments does the hospital provide?
It performed Germany’s first radio‑ablation for a life‑threatening heart rhythm disorder and runs a personalised cancer‑prevention programme.
How can international patients arrange appointments or get assistance?
The hospital’s multilingual staff and patient‑service team help coordinate appointments, provide translation support and answer billing questions.
How can I obtain a treatment plan and price quote through Get Well Tour?
Upload your medical reports via the Get Well Tour enquiry form; the team will review them and reply with a detailed treatment plan and cost estimate by email.
