We are shaping the future of medicine from the Ruhr region to Ostwestfalen-Lippe.
University Medical Center Bochum, which consists of the Faculty of Medicine and eight supporting clinics, supported by numerous teaching hospitals, we combine practical teaching, innovative research and the direct application of our findings in clinical practice. Together, we are working on the cutting-edge medicine of tomorrow - for committed students, a sustainable society and strong healthcare provision throughout the region.
The curriculum of our integrated reform medicine (iRM) degree program places particular emphasis on interdisciplinarity and practical relevance. This flexible and future-oriented education optimally prepares our students for the medical challenges of tomorrow.
Our research excels in basic research, translational science, and clinical studies, with a focus on protein sciences, oncology, and neuroscience. Following the 'From Bench to Bedside' approach, we translate laboratory findings directly into clinical applications, setting global standards.
Through the diversity of our partner hospitals and academic teaching hospitals, we position ourselves strongly in clinical education, research, and patient care. This close collaboration makes us one of the largest and most efficient university hospitals in Germany, ensuring excellent training and top-quality patient care.
Dr. Gerrit Jansen has been appointed to the W3 Professorship of Emergency Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum’s Medizincampus OWL. He will also take over permanently as head of the University Clinic for Anaesthesiology, Intensive and Emergency Medicine.
To mark its tenth anniversary, Klinikum Herford invites the public to an open day on 19 September. Visitors can experience university medicine up close, from robotic surgery to resuscitation and hands-on medical skills.
LWL University Hospital Bochum is launching OMPRIS as a permanent online therapy programme for adults with problematic internet, gaming or smartphone use. The programme supports patients in changing their behaviour
Miniature Muscles Advance Research into Rare Diseases
A new lab system at BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil grows three-dimensional muscle organoids. Researchers use these miniature models to analyze disease mechanisms and test innovative therapies.