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Prof. Dr med. Gunter Nils Schmidt (Prof. Dr. med. Gunter Nils Schmidt) is Chief Physician (Chefarzt) of the Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Pain Therapy at Asklepios Hospitals (Asklepios Klinik Altona) in Hamburg. Patients consult him for general and regional anaesthesia, emergency care, intensive therapy, and chronic pain treatment. He specializes in anaesthesiology and intensive care medicine, overseeing critical care services across the department.
Where the doctor practises and what they do
As Head of Department at Asklepios Klinik Altona in Hamburg, Prof. Dr med. Gunter Nils Schmidt leads the medical team responsible for anaesthesia, intensive care, emergency resuscitation, and pain management. His daily clinical work involves selecting appropriate anaesthetic methods for surgical interventions and managing vital organ function in critically ill patients. In addition, his department administers modern pain therapy protocols for acute post-operative recovery and complex pain conditions. Emergency medical care and immediate resuscitation procedures also form an integral part of his professional focus. Through integrated patient care, he ensures safety and stability during complex medical procedures.
What they are known for
Prof. Dr med. Gunter Nils Schmidt holds a professorship and a doctoral degree in medicine (Prof. Dr. med.). He holds extensive official training authorization (Weiterbildungsbefugnis) issued in Hamburg, allowing him to train specialist physicians. Specifically, he possesses authorization for 60 months of specialist training in anaesthesiology (WBO 2005) and 24 months in surgery (WBO 2005). Furthermore, he is authorized to conduct 24 months of specialized additional training in intensive care medicine. These qualifications reflect his deep academic involvement and extensive background in medical education.
How we arrange an appointment
AlenMed organizes medical consultations and inpatient admissions with Prof. Dr med. Gunter Nils Schmidt for international patients. Our team handles the translation of medical documentation, arranges appointment scheduling at Asklepios Hospitals, and provides dedicated medical interpreters and personal support throughout your stay in Germany. We also assist with medical visa arrangements and logistics. All medical costs are settled directly with the clinic based on its official rates. You can start the process by submitting an online enquiry form.
This material is for informational purposes only and does not replace a medical consultation. Treatment feasibility and outcomes are determined following an in-person evaluation.