Focus on infectious medicine
December 3, 2025 – Anti-Infective Day 2025 at Magdeburg University Hospital once again confirmed its reputation as a key meeting place for experts from the fields of medicine, nursing, and science. With a varied program and high-profile speakers, the event offered the latest insights into key topics in infection prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Robot-assisted liver surgery significantly reduces strain on the immune system
December 2, 2025 - A recent study by the UMMD shows that minimally invasive liver surgery with robotic assistance is significantly less stressful on the immune system than traditional open procedures. Published in the journal Surgical Endoscopy, the study provides the first immunological data to scientifically substantiate the advantages of robotic surgery.
Psychosomatic teleconsultation service launches in Stendal
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December 2, 2025 – Starting in January 2026, the Johanniter Hospital in Stendal will serve as a pilot site for a psychosomatic teleconsultation service as part of the UMMD's ISA research project. Led by Prof. Florian Junne and Dr. Marius Binneböse, the teleconsultation service will enable remote consultation for psychosomatic stress, for example, via tablets directly at the patient's bedside.
Mobile neurointervention team supports Wernigerode
December 1, 2025 – The UMMD deployed its mobile neuroradiology intervention team in Wernigerode for the first time. This strengthens rapid, local, high-quality stroke care in the region and closes gaps in care when no interventional service is available locally at short notice.
