Josef Holzinger

Dr. Josef Holzinger is a Senior Physician in the Department of Surgery at the University of Salzburg, specializing in Surgical Oncology and Gastrointestinal Surgery. His research focuses on colorectal cancer, esophageal adenocarcinoma, and surgical complications, with recent work on neoadjuvant therapy impacts and endoscopic innovations. He actively participates in academic events like the Chirurgie Compact conference and the GIFD Funktionsdiagnostik Workshop.

• Role: Senior Physician
• Institution: University of Salzburg
• Department: Department of Surgery

Research Interests

• Surgical Oncology (pancreas cancer, anastomotic leaks)
• Gastrointestinal Surgery (esophageal resections, colorectal cancer)
• Medical Education (surgical training, conference leadership)
• Biomarker Development (miRNA profiling in esophageal cancer)

Recent Publications (2024-2025) highlight advancements in surgical precision for rectal cancer, endoscopic repair techniques, and biomarker discovery for esophageal adenocarcinoma. Key trends include optimizing neoadjuvant therapy protocols, improving postoperative outcomes, and translational research linking molecular profiling to clinical applications.