Manfred Westphal

Prof. Dr. med. Manfred Westphal is a renowned neurosurgeon and Director of the Department of Neurosurgery at the Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). He holds a professorial position within the Faculty of Medicine and specializes in neuro-oncology, brain tumor treatment, and vascular neurosurgery. His expertise includes surgical management of complex neurological conditions such as gliomas, meningiomas, and aneurysms.

• Affiliations: UKE, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery
• Roles: Director of Department, Medical Specialist in Neurosurgery, Special Neurosurgical Intensive Care

Research focuses on molecular mechanisms of brain tumors, immunotherapeutic approaches, and surgical outcomes for cerebrovascular disorders. Over 200 peer-reviewed publications highlight contributions to neuro-oncology, extracellular vesicle biomarkers, and neurosurgical innovations.

His work bridges clinical practice and translational research, addressing challenges in glioblastoma therapy, meningioma classification, and spinal tumor management. Active in global neurosurgical communities, he contributes to guideline development and international multicenter studies.