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Charité —Universitätsmedizin Berlin is one of Europe’s most prestigious university hospitals, with a legacy that stretches over three centuries. Founded in 1710 as a plague hospital, it evolved into a leading medical and research institution renowned for pioneering discoveries and clinical excellence. As the joint medical faculty of Humboldt University of Berlin and Freie Universität Berlin, Charité is the heart of Germany’s academic medicine and a cornerstone of international biomedical innovation.
The hospital has been home to more than 50 Nobel Prize laureates, including groundbreaking scientists such as Robert Koch (discoverer of the tuberculosis bacterium) and Paul Ehrlich (pioneer in immunology and chemotherapy). Today, Charité leads translational research, bridging the gap between laboratory science and clinical application.
Charité treats over 800,000 outpatients and 150,000 inpatients each year across its four main campuses, making it one of the largest university hospitals in Europe.
It operates over 100 clinics and institutes organized into 17 comprehensive medical centers specializing in fields ranging from oncology, neurology, and cardiology to regenerative medicine and rare diseases.
Beyond its clinical services, Charité is at the forefront of global health policy, medical ethics, and pandemic response, collaborating with institutions like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Commission.
It is a founding partner of the Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), which accelerates biomedical innovation.
Charité is also deeply committed to education, training over 8,000 future medical professionals annually through one of Europe’s most competitive and interdisciplinary medical programs.
With an unwavering dedication to excellence, compassion, and scientific advancement, Charité remains a global leader in shaping the future of healthcare.
Charité is equipped with world-class medical and research infrastructure, including:
3,000+ inpatient beds across four campuses
60+ operating theaters with minimally invasive and robotic surgery capabilities
Cutting-edge diagnostic imaging: MRI, PET-CT, digital radiography
Research hubs and biomedical innovation centers
Integrated electronic health systems
Hotel-style inpatient suites with multilingual staff support
Berliner Medizinhistorisches Museum – housed within the hospital
International Patient Services:
Charité’s Charité Healthcare Services (CHS) offers comprehensive support for global patients:
Multilingual coordinators (English, Arabic, Russian, and more)
Customized treatment plans with pre-arrival consultation
Visa, accommodation, and airport transfer assistance
Coordination with embassies and insurance companies
Cost estimates and transparent billing
Charité employs over 18,000 staff members, including over 5,000 scientists and 300+ professors. It offers a comprehensive spectrum of specialties through expert-led departments, including:
Oncology: Via the Charité Comprehensive Cancer Center – personalized cancer care and clinical trials
Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery: Through Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité (DHZC) – advanced heart care across all age groups
Neurology & Neurosurgery: Specializing in stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s, and brain/spinal surgery
Orthopedics & Traumatology: Joint replacements, arthroscopy, complex trauma
Organ Transplantation: Kidney, liver, and bone marrow transplants
Pediatrics & Neonatology: Specialized child and neonatal intensive care
Gynecology & Obstetrics: High-risk pregnancy care, fertility treatments
Infectious Diseases: Pioneering care in tropical and global infectious disease control
Psychiatry & Psychotherapy: Holistic mental health services
Dermatology, Allergology, Endocrinology, and more
Nearest Airport: Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Distance: ~30 km
Travel Time: ~40 minutes by car
Nearest Railway Station: Berlin Hauptbahnhof (Central Station)
Distance: ~2 km
Travel Time: ~10 minutes by car or public transport
Nearest Metro (U-Bahn): U6 Line – Naturkundemuseum Station
Walking Distance: ~5 minutes
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute (FEHI) is part of the Fortis group. Established in 1988, it is known for its clinical excellence in cardiac care worldwide.
The institute has received several quality awards and accreditations, including NABH Accreditation for the hospital in 2008 and NABL for Laboratory Services in 2013.
It is a multi-disciplinary hospital providing tertiary care, mainly known for its work in Cardiac Sciences.
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute has received numerous accolades for excellence in patient care and medical innovation.
Some of the awards received include:
Best Hospital in Cardiology by Times Healthcare Achievers Awards,
Excellence in Healthcare by AHPI,
Best Hospital in Cardiology by ICICI Lombard & CNBC TV 18 Healthcare Awards,
Excellence in Cardiac Care by ABP Healthcare Leadership,
Best Cardiology Hospital by ET Healthcare Awards,
Gold Award in Healthcare Delivery Brand,
Best Hospital in Cardiology Specialty by The Week Magazine in India,
Best Private Cardiac Hospital in India by The Week magazine (2014),
Best Comprehensive Cardiac Care Service Provider in India by Frost & Sullivan (2014),
Best Institution Award by Delhi Medical Association (2013),
Leading Heart Care Centre in North India at the Global Healthcare Excellence Awards 2013 and Finest Single Specialty Hospital – Cardiology at India Healthcare Awards 2012.
The institute is known for its pioneering work in conducting procedures such as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and bioresorbable vascular scaffold (BVS) and for being the first in India to start Percutaneous Transcatheter Replacement of Aortic Valve.
Additionally, the facility conducted Asia Pacific’s first Directional Atherectomy, Angioscopy, and Drug-Eluting Stenting.
Fortis Escorts Heart Institute also set a Guinness World Record for organizing the largest-ever initiative to test cholesterol levels in the NCR region to combat heart disease.
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, provides medical services in various disciplines, such as Cardiac Sciences, Oncology, Neurosciences, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Urology, Kidney Transplants, minimal access, Metabolic, and Bariatric Surgery.
It is a 400+ bed healthcare facility and Balaji Medical Diagnostic Research Centre. Max Super Speciality Hospital Patparganj combines patient-centric care and the latest medical technologies, with 116 ICU beds and 14 HDU beds available.
The hospital has a team of over 510 medical experts, leading doctors, and a staff of over 770 nurses dedicated to providing the highest standard of medical care.
Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, 11 high-end modular Operation Theatres, and a commitment to patient-centric care, Max Healthcare ensures a holistic healing environment for every patient.
MAX Hospital's Lab is NABL and NABH accredited. It aims to deliver the highest standard of healthcare.
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Patparganj, offers integrated medical care in a multidisciplinary setting, provided by a faculty of highly qualified doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
It boasts over 28 clinical specialties and provides comprehensive specialist services with advanced medical technology.
It is a regional hub for complex procedures such as neurovascular interventional procedures, targeted cancer treatments, heart surgeries, orthopedic surgeries, and fertility treatments.
The hospital has received awards and industry accreditations for its world-class infrastructure, advanced technology, and health and safety standards.
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