Rating : 9.7/10 (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
🔹Prof. Dr. Walter Zidek is a highly esteemed Nephrologist with a distinguished career exceeding twenty-five years, renowned for his exceptional expertise across various nephrological domains.
🔹His unwavering dedication to advancing kidney health and endocrine care is reflected in his extensive professional journey. As a Board Member of the Berlin Medical Society since 2000 and Chairman of the Board for the German High Pressure League from 2001 to 2004, he has showcased leadership and commitment to medical organizations.
🔹Prof. Dr. Zidek's areas of expertise encompass a wide spectrum, excelling in Hormone and Metabolic Diseases, specializing in thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary gland conditions, effectively managing endocrine organ disorders, and demonstrating adeptness in various nephrological conditions such as declining renal function, kidney inflammations, genetic kidney diseases, and the aftercare of kidney transplanted patients.
🔹His notable contributions include active involvement in the advancement of nephrological care and kidney health, serving as a prolific speaker at national events to disseminate expert insights, and contributing as a published author in peer-reviewed journals, earning recognition from state and national organizations through several prestigious awards and acknowledgments.
🔹1971-1976: Studied Medicine in Münster
🔹1976-1977: Continued Medical Studies in Heidelberg
🔹October 1977: Passed State Examination in Heidelberg
🔹1978: Graduated with Honors in Münster
🔹1977-1979: Worked as a Research Assistant at the Physiological Institute I at
the University of Münster
🔹1978-1979: Served as a Medical Officer at the Physiological Department of the
Marine Medical Institute in Kiel
🔹1979-1985: Continued as a Research Assistant at the Medical University
Polyclinic in Münster
🔹1981 and 1983: Worked at the Medical University Hospital in Münster,
specializing in Hematology/Oncology
🔹1982: Specialized in Gastroenterology/Metabolic Diseases at the Medical
University Hospital in Münster
🔹1982/1983: Focused on Cardiology/Angiology at the Medical University Hospital
in Münster
🔹January 1984: Achieved Habilitation in Internal Medicine in Münster
🔹June 18, 1985: Became a Specialist in Internal Medicine
🔹November 14, 1987: Obtained Subspecialty Certification in Nephrology
🔹Since June 1985: Worked as Senior Physician at the Medical University
Polyclinic
🔹January 1, 1989: Became a University Lecturer
🔹June 8, 1989: Appointed as an Associate Professor
🔹March 1996: Obtained Subspecialty Certification in Endocrinology
🔹April 1, 1996 - September 30, 2000: Served as Director of Medical Clinic I at
Ruhr University Bochum (Marienhospital Herne)
🔹2000-2019: Directed Medical Clinic IV at Charité, Campus Benjamin Franklin
🔹Since November 2000: Served as a Board Member of the Berlin Medical Society
🔹2001-2004: Led the Board of the German High Blood Pressure League
Endocrinology Focus:
🔹Hormonal and Metabolic Disorders
🔹Thyroid Disorders
🔹Adrenal Gland Disorders
🔹Pituitary Gland Disorders
🔹Disorders of Other Endocrine Organs
Nephrology Focus:
🔹Declining Kidney Function
🔹Kidney Inflammations
🔹Genetic Kidney Diseases
🔹Post-transplant Care for Kidney Transplant Patients
🔹Diabetic Kidney Complications