Houssam El Tawel

Dr. med Houssam Mohamed El Tawel, born on November 20, 1969, in Doha-Qatar, is a distinguished thoracic surgeon with a career marked by exceptional contributions to the field of thoracic surgery in Germany. Fluent in English, German, and Arabic, Dr. El Tawel has demonstrated his expertise across various medical institutions, combining clinical excellence with a commitment to medical education and department leadership.

Dr. El Tawel's medical journey began at the University Hospital (AKH) in Vienna, Austria, where he completed his general surgery diploma in June 1998. He continued his specialization in thoracic surgery at the same institution, completing his education in May 2005. During this formative period, he garnered extensive experience in both operative and non-operative thoracic procedures.

In August 2011, Dr. El Tawel achieved the status of Facharzt for Thoracic Surgery in both Austria and Germany, solidifying his qualifications in the field. He then embarked on his professional career in Germany, where his contributions have had a lasting impact.

From February to December 2006, Dr. El Tawel was involved in the vascular and thoracic surgery department at Saale-Unstrut Klink in Naumburg, Germany. Here, he fully immersed himself in the daily clinical and academic activities, independently performing a wide range of thoracic surgery procedures.

His career progressed significantly when he joined the Bezirksklinikum Kutzenberg in Obermain, Germany, from January 2007 to September 2010. As part of the thoracic surgery department, Dr. El Tawel participated in daily clinical and academic activities, achieving the milestone of obtaining the German Board of Thoracic Surgery by the end of his tenure.

Dr. El Tawel further honed his skills in the surgical intensive care unit at Steigerwald Klinik in Burgebach, Germany, from October 2010 to March 2011. This intensive care training was a crucial component of the thoracic surgery teaching and training program, equipping him with the necessary skills to handle critical situations involving severely ill patients.

From April 2011 to September 2014, Dr. El Tawel served as a senior specialist and vice chief at the thoracic surgery department of Bezirksklinik Unterfranken in Münnerstadt, Germany. In this role, he independently managed diagnostic, therapeutic, and operative measures, while also overseeing the training and education program for thoracic surgery.

Leadership at Ludwigsburg Klinik:

In October 2014, Dr. El Tawel undertook a significant challenge as the Chief Executive of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Ludwigsburg Klinik, Germany. Here, he established a new thoracic surgery department, ensuring it was equipped with the necessary instruments and staffed with suitable personnel. Despite being the sole thoracic surgeon in a clinic group consisting of eight clinics across the Stuttgart region, Dr. El Tawel consistently performed a full spectrum of planned and emergency thoracic surgeries. Under his leadership, the department not only met but exceeded German and international standards. Dr. El Tawel also established a certified outpatient section and obtained the necessary license to offer thoracic surgery training and education, contributing to the professional development of aspiring thoracic surgeons.

Throughout his career, Dr. El Tawel has participated in various training courses and seminars, including those on pneumology, bronchoscopy, ultrasound, radiation protection, computer tomography, and laser medicine. He is a member of the German Society of Thoracic Surgery and has participated in hygiene courses to ensure the application of rigorous hygiene measures in hospitals.

Dr. El Tawel's contributions to thoracic surgery have earned him respect and recognition within the medical community. His commitment to excellence in patient care, medical education, and department leadership continues to make a significant impact on the field of thoracic surgery in Germany.

• 10/01/14, Present, Chief Executive, Thoracic Surgery Department Ludwigsburg Clinic, Established and led the strategic management of a new and specialized thoracic surgery department., Assumed responsibility for the comprehensive setup of the department, including instrument procurement and personnel recruitment., Executed a full spectrum of thoracic surgery operations in strict adherence to German guidelines, ensuring the highest standards of patient care., Overcame challenges to successfully establish a certified outpatient section within the department, facilitating accessible and quality care., Secured the necessary licensure to provide accredited thoracic surgery training and education, aligning with rigorous German standards for aspiring thoracic surgeons., Demonstrated resilience in overcoming substantial challenges to establish a thoracic surgery department that consistently adheres to the highest recognized German and international standards., Orchestrated seamless operations within the department, conducting the entire spectrum of thoracic surgery procedures with a steadfast commitment to excellence in patient care and optimal surgical outcomes.
• 04/01/11, 09/30/14, Senior Specialist (Consultant) and Vice Chief, Thoracic Surgery Department Bezirksklinik Unterfranken, Managed comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and operative measures within the Thoracic Surgery Department., Oversight of the Training and Education program for thoracic surgery, ensuring the continuous professional development of the medical team., Conducted daily morning visits to assess patient progress and strategize care plans., Led radiology sessions, facilitating collaborative discussions to optimize diagnostic and treatment approaches.
• 10/01/10, 03/31/11, Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Steigerwald Klinik Burgebrach, During my tenure, I actively participated in intensive care training as a fundamental element of the Thoracic Surgery Teaching and Training Program. This immersive experience enabled me to familiarize myself with the nuanced management of a broad spectrum of critical situations and scenarios involving critically ill patients. The training significantly enhanced my proficiency in executing essential intensive care maneuvers, encompassing thorough assessment, adept utilization of intubation techniques, implementation of proficient ventilation strategies, both invasive and non-invasive interventions, and meticulous attention to nutritional considerations. This comprehensive exposure has finely tuned my ability to navigate the intricacies of intensive care, thereby contributing to the development of a well-rounded skill set that is crucial in optimizing patient care within critical care settings.
• 01/01/07, 09/30/10, Thoracic Surgery Department, Bezirksklinikum Kutzenberg, Advanced through the Training Program for Thoracic Surgery, attaining in-depth expertise in the field., Conducted a diverse range of operative and non-operative Thoracic Surgery activities, actively contributing to the department's clinical and academic initiatives.
• 02/20/06, 12/31/06, Vascular and Thoracic Surgery Department, Saale-Unstrut Klinik, Actively participated in the specialized Training Program for Thoracic Surgery, acquiring valuable insights and skills in the field., Attained proficiency in a comprehensive spectrum of Thoracic Surgery procedures, showcasing a dedicated commitment to professional development and excellence in patient care.
• 08/01/98, 05/31/05, Thoracic Surgery Education, Heart and Thoracic Surgery Department, University Hospital (AKH)
• 10/01/97, 06/30/98, General Surgery Department, University Hospital (AKH)

• Date of Birth: 11/20/69
• Nationality: Austrian

• Professor M. R. Müller, Professor der Thorax Chirurgie, Allgemeines Krankenhaus (AKH), Währinger Gürtel 18-20, Vienna, 1090, Austria
• Professor W. Kleptko, Professor der Thorax Chirurgie, Allgemeines Krankenhaus (AKH), Währinger Gürtel 18-21090, Vienna, Austria
• Dr. med. B. Lobenstein, Chefarzt der Klinik für Gefäß- und Thoraxchirurgie, Saale- Unstrut Klinikum Naumburg, Humboldtstraße 31, Naumburg, 06618, Germany
• Dr.med. B.Kardziev, Chefarzt der Klinik für Thoraxchirurgie, Michelsberg 1, Münnerstadt, 97702, Germany
• Professor Schiedeck, Head of Surgical Departments, Klinikum Ludwigsburg, Posilipostrasse 4, Ludwigsburg, 71640, Germany

• Pneumology Training Seminar and Bronchoscopy Training Course, University Clinic of Erlangen, 03/24/07, 03/24/07
• Basic Ultrasound Course, Roteskreuzklinikum München, 10/18/07, 10/21/07
• Basic Radiation Protection Course, Würzburg University, 11/09/07, 11/11/07
• Special Radiation Protection Course, Erfurt, 05/30/08, 06/01/08
• Computer Tomography Special Course, Erfurt, 05/30/08, 06/01/08
• Thoracic Surgery Training Course (VATS Lobectomy), Elancourt, Paris, 11/17/08, 11/18/08
• Participation in a Laser Medicine Course, Laser and Medicine Technology GmbH, Berlin, 10/15/09, 11/16/09
• Advanced Ultrasound Course, University Clinic of Erlangen, 10/21/09, 10/24/09
• Membership in the German Society of Thoracic Surgery
• Participation in a Hygiene Course for Doctors, Bad Kissingen, 11/18/13, 11/22/13