Kurt Rasche Chief Of Pulmonology

Prof. Dr. Kurt Rasche is a German pulmonologist and the Chief of Pulmonology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He heads the departments of sleep medicine and ventilation therapy alongside a certified Lung Cancer Center. Dr. Rasche has practiced clinical medicine since 1984. He specializes in treating respiratory conditions.

Specialization and Medical Approach

Dr. Rasche diagnoses and treats chronic lung diseases and sleep-related breathing disorders. He works with specialists from other fields to provide coordinated care. The specialist treats the following illnesses:

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Lung cancer
• Asthma
• Pneumonia
• Sleep-related breathing disorders

The doctor performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to identify and treat lung conditions. These include:

• Bronchoscopic balloon dilatation therapy for COPD
• Bronchial fistula closure via bronchoscopy
• Pneumonectomy and lung cancer surgery
• Lung biopsy and CT-guided diagnostics
• Chemotherapy for lung cancer

Professional Leadership

Dr. Rasche holds leadership roles at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal. He directs three major divisions, including pulmonology and intensive care units. He also leads the certified Lung Cancer Center. This role involves organizing treatment plans for oncology patients.

Clinical Expertise and Certifications

Dr. Rasche holds multiple specialist certifications that reflect his medical training. He is qualified in these areas:

• Pulmonology
• Internal Medicine
• Critical Care (Intensive Care) Medicine
• Sleep Medicine (Somnology)
• Allergology

Work Experience

• 1984–Present – Clinical practice in Germany
• Current – Chief of Pulmonology at Helios University Hospital Wuppertal
• Current – Head of the Department of Sleep Medicine and Ventilation Therapy
• Current – Head of the certified Lung Cancer Center