Charité Berlin

Founded in 1710, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin is one of Europe's most prestigious university hospitals and a global leader in patient care, medical research, and education. With more than 300 years of medical excellence, Charité is consistently ranked among the world's best hospitals and is internationally recognized for its expertise in oncology, neurology, transplantation, cardiovascular medicine, and complex surgery.

As one of Germany's largest academic medical centers, Charité treats over 845,000 patients annually across 100+ specialized departments and institutes located on four campuses in Berlin. The hospital is closely affiliated with Humboldt University and Freie Universität Berlin, making it a driving force behind groundbreaking medical discoveries. More than half of Germany's Nobel Prize winners in medicine have been associated with Charité.

Highlights
Founded: 1710
Location: Berlin, Germany
Medical Departments & Institutes: 100+
Specialized Centers: 17
Doctors & Researchers: 4,200+
Employees: 13,000+
Patient Volume: Over 845,000 patients annually
Hospital Beds: Approximately 3,500
Operations: Around 7,000 surgical procedures per month
Annual Births: More than 5,400
Medical Students: Over 7,000
Annual Revenue: €1.2 billion
Centers of Excellence
Oncology

Charité Comprehensive Cancer Center provides multidisciplinary cancer care using advanced diagnostics and personalized treatment plans.

Services include:

Medical Oncology
Radiation Oncology
Hematology
Tumor Immunology
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Lung Cancer Treatment
Precision Cancer Medicine
Clinical Trials
Neurology & Neurosurgery

Charité is internationally recognized for treating complex neurological disorders and conducting pioneering neuroscience research.

Areas of expertise include:

Stroke Treatment
Brain Hemorrhage
Cerebral Thrombosis
Epilepsy
Parkinson's Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Brain Tumor Surgery
Advanced Neuroimaging

The hospital treats more than 900 patients annually with stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage using specialized multidisciplinary teams.

Surgery

Charité offers highly specialized surgical care across multiple disciplines, including:

General Surgery
Visceral Surgery
Organ Transplantation
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Maxillofacial Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery
Advanced Technology

Charité continuously invests in innovative medical technologies to improve clinical outcomes.

Key technologies include:

Robotic-assisted surgical systems for complex minimally invasive procedures
Advanced diagnostic imaging
Precision oncology and molecular diagnostics
Modern transplantation technologies
Comprehensive digital health infrastructure
Research & Innovation

As one of Europe's leading research hospitals, Charité plays a major role in advancing modern medicine through clinical research, biomedical innovation, and international collaboration.

Research focuses include:

Cancer therapies
Neuroscience
Regenerative medicine
Organ transplantation
Pharmaceutical development
Precision medicine

Many groundbreaking medical technologies and treatment protocols have originated at Charité's research laboratories.

Education

Charité serves as the medical faculty for both Humboldt University and Freie Universität Berlin, educating more than 7,000 medical students and training future physicians, surgeons, and researchers from around the world.

International Patient Services

Charité welcomes patients from across the globe and provides comprehensive support throughout their treatment journey.

Services include:

Personalized treatment plans
International patient coordination
Medical second opinions
Multilingual support
Appointment scheduling
Assistance with travel and accommodation
Follow-up care coordination
Accreditations & Recognition
Certified by the German Cancer Society (DKG)
Consistently ranked among Germany's top hospitals by Focus
Recognized as one of Newsweek's World's Best Smart Hospitals
Internationally renowned academic medical center
Why Choose Charité?
More than 300 years of medical excellence
One of Europe's leading university hospitals
Over 4,200 internationally recognized physicians and researchers
Comprehensive multidisciplinary care under one institution
Advanced robotic and minimally invasive surgery
World-class oncology, neurology, transplantation, and surgical programs
Strong focus on research, innovation, and evidence-based medicine
Outstanding international reputation for complex and rare medical cases
Professional Profile

Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin is one of the world's foremost academic hospitals, combining exceptional clinical expertise, groundbreaking research, and state-of-the-art medical technology. With its internationally acclaimed specialists, comprehensive multidisciplinary centers, and long-standing tradition of innovation, Charité provides world-class healthcare for patients from Germany and around the globe, making it a trusted destination for complex diagnoses, advanced treatments, and highly specialized medical care.