Prof. Dr. Karl Rossler

Experience: 32 Years

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Rumanian, German, English

Spotlight on Specilization

Specialization

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Journey to Expertise

Education

1988 – Promotion, Dr. med. univ., University of Vienna (Medical studies 1982-1988), Austria
1998 – Venia Legendi for Neurosurgery, University of Vienna
- Habilitation dissertation: “Development of Neuronavigation in Neurosurgery”
2010 – Promotion, Dr. med., Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany
2010 – University Professor, Ministry of Science and Research, University of Vienna
2019 – Full Professor of Neurosurgery, Medical University of Vienna, Austria

Professional Roles

Director, Dept. of Neurosurgery, Academic Teaching Hospital Feldkirch, Austria
2011 – 2014 – Leading Managing Physician, Clinic for Neurosurgery, University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany
2014 – 2019 – Vice-Director, Clinic for Neurosurgery, University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany
2019 – Present – Director, Clinic for Neurosurgery, Medical University of Vienna

Shortly About

Prof. Dr. Karl Rossler

Professor Dr. Karl Rössler, a leading neurosurgeon in Austria, a Professor of Neurosurgery at the Medical University of Vienna, and Director of the University Clinic for Neurosurgery at Vienna General Hospital. Dr. Karl Rossler is the top epilepsy surgeon in Europe, he specializes in brain tumor surgery, vascular neurosurgery, and neuronavigation. His work in intraoperative imaging has established him as a famous brain tumor specialist in Vienna. Dr. Rössler integrates basic research into advanced neurosurgical therapies, focusing on epilepsy, Parkinson’s, depression, and brain tumors. As a leading neurosurgery expert in Austria, he is developing an intraoperative MRI center, reinforcing Vienna as a top destination for neurosurgery. He also leads the Comprehensive Center for Clinical Neurosciences, advancing interdisciplinary research at the Medical University of Vienna Neurosurgery.

Spotlight on Success

Awards & Achievement

Globally recognized for groundbreaking contributions to epilepsy surgery within international medical associations.
Initiated the establishment of an advanced Intraoperative MRI center for neurosurgery in Vienna.
Advocates for interdisciplinary collaboration to create a Comprehensive Center for Clinical Neurosciences.
Integrates basic research findings into new neurosurgical therapies for epilepsy, Parkinson's, depression, and brain tumors.
Strengthens collaborations in neurosurgical spine surgery, trauma surgery, orthopedics, and pediatric neurosurgery.
Leads efforts for a pioneering role in gender medicine within neurosurgery.

Promotes international networking, education, and curriculum development for neurosurgery students.

Elite Affiliations

Professional Membership

Chair of the Committee for Neurosurgical Oncology Austria (ANCO) of the ÖGNC (2007-2010).
President of the Association of Physicians, Vorarlberg, Austria (2008-2010).
Delegate, International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) – Commissions: Surgical Therapies, Epilepsy Surgery Education, and Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery (2016-2021).
Board Member, Functional Section, European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) (2021-present).
WFNS Delegate (World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies) of the Austrian Neurosurgical Society (2019-present).

Vice-President, International Epilepsy Surgery Society (IESS) (2021-present)

A Glimpse into Expertise

Prof. Dr. Karl Rossler Expertise

Professor Dr. Karl Rössler is a top brain tumor specialist in Austria, focusing on epilepsy surgery, brain tumor surgery, and vascular neurosurgery. He excels in neuronavigation, intraoperative imaging, and minimally invasive brain surgery. His expertise extends to neurosurgical spine surgery, pediatric neurosurgery, skull base surgery, and oncological neurosurgery, making him the best neurosurgeon for spine surgery in Austria. A famous neurosurgeon for vascular surgery, Dr. Rössler enhances neurosurgical trauma surgery, orthopedics, and spinal treatments. His contributions to the International League Against Epilepsy and the Surgical Therapies Commission solidify his status as a leading expert in intraoperative MRI in neurosurgery.

Common Queries

Frequenty Asked Questions

Why do patients seek treatment from Dr. Karl Rössler?

Patients choose Dr. Karl Rössler, a leading neurosurgeon in Austria, for his expertise in epilepsy surgery, brain tumor treatment, and advanced neuronavigation techniques. His innovative approach to minimally invasive neurosurgery makes him highly sought after.