Dr. Ralf Hempelmann

Prof. Dr. Ralf Hempelmann is a distinguished neurosurgery specialist in Germany, renowned for his expertise in spinal tumor treatments. Fluent in both German and English, he boasts an impressive 29 years of experience in the field, currently serving at Helios Endo Klink Hamburg. Dr. Hempelmann's extensive educational background includes essential medicine and surgery education at Kiel University, where he earned his MD degree in 1990. Over the course of his illustrious career, he has garnered various certificates, including one for the practice of neurology in 2001 and specialization in radiation protection in 2004. His professional journey began with internships in tropical and general medicine in India and internal medicine in the UK. Subsequently, he pursued an internship in neurology at Kiel University and engaged in research fellowships at both Kiel University and Mayo Clinic in Rochester, USA. Notably, he held significant positions at the Department of Neurology in Municipal Hospital Dessau, eventually becoming the deputy chief physician. Since 2010, Prof. Dr. Ralf Hempelmann has been a senior consultant at the Department of Pediatric and Adult Spinal and Neurosurgery of Helios Endo Klink Hamburg. As an esteemed member of prestigious organizations such as the German Spine Association, German Federation of Neurosurgery, and German Ultrasound in Medicine Committee, Prof. Dr. Ralf Hempelmann has received certificates for his outstanding contributions in neurosurgery. Impressively, he has executed approximately 4,000 successful surgeries for the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, showcasing his dedication to advancing neurosurgical care.