Chief physician · CV
Dr. Hamidreza MahooziFEBTS, FCCP
Specialist in general surgery and thoracic surgery, with additional qualifications in phlebology, lymphology and emergency medicine.
Certified as FEBTS (Fellow of the European Board of Thoracic Surgery) and FCCP (Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians).
- German
- English
- 20+years of experience in general surgery, thoracic surgery and lymphology
- 2specialist titles: general surgery and thoracic surgery
- 2international fellowships: FEBTS and FCCP
- 2017Chief Physician of Thoracic Surgery, Regio Kliniken Pinneberg
Profile
A life for modern surgery and patient-friendly treatment methods
Dr. Hamidreza Mahoozi is a renowned specialist with over two decades of experience in general and thoracic surgery and lymphology. His career has been characterized by a continuous pursuit of excellence in patient care, innovative treatment methods and training the next generation of physicians.
Today, he heads the VenaZiel Vein Competence Center (VKZ) as well as the Proctology and Hernia Center in Berlin – facilities that are characterized by the highest treatment standards and state-of-the-art therapy concepts.
Training
Training and specialization
Dr. Mahoozi began his medical training at Bonn University Hospital in the Department of General, Visceral, Vascular and Thoracic Surgery under the direction of Professor Dr. Andreas Hirner. It was here that he laid the foundations for his surgical expertise. His particular interest in complex surgical disciplines then led him to the Heart and Diabetes Center (HDZ) NRW in Bad Oeynhausen, where he acquired in-depth knowledge of cardiac and thoracic surgery under two leading figures in cardiac surgery – Professor Dr. Rainer Körfer and Professor Dr. Jan Gummert.
He deepened his specialization at the Thoraxzentrum Ruhrgebiet under the direction of Dr. med. Erich Hecker. There he gained further qualifications and was awarded the internationally recognized titles of Fellow of the European Board of Thoracic Surgery (FEBTS) and Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP). He also has additional qualifications in phlebology, emergency medicine and lymphology and is now one of the leading experts in venous diseases.
Career
Clinical career and management responsibility
In 2017, Dr. Mahoozi took over the position of Chief Physician for Thoracic Surgery at the Regio Kliniken in Pinneberg and established the Department of Thoracic Surgery there and in Elmshorn. Under his leadership, the department developed into one of the leading centers for thoracic surgery in northern Germany. A particular focus of his work was on minimally invasive thoracic surgery, especially uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). This modern surgical procedure enables particularly gentle interventions with shorter recovery times for patients.
Dr. Mahoozi performed numerous procedures using the so-called non-intubated uniportal technique—lung operations without general anesthesia, requiring only an incision of around two centimeters. In 2021, around 20% of all thoracic surgery procedures under his leadership were performed using this particularly gentle technique. Another milestone was the first successfully performed uniportal subxiphoid thymectomy in Germany, which attracted considerable attention both among specialists and the general public.
VenaZiel
VenaZiel Berlin – Center for modern vein medicine, proctology and hernia surgery
Dr. Mahoozi opened a new chapter in his career with the founding of the VenaZiel Vein Competence Center in Berlin. Today, VenaZiel is a certified Vein Competence Center (VKZ) and an official hospitation center for the VenaSeal method – an innovative procedure in which diseased veins are closed using a minimally invasive medical adhesive. Doctors from all over Europe regularly visit the center to learn this technique (registration via Medtronic, possible three times a year).
Since April 1, 2025, Dr. Hamidreza Mahoozi and his team have been the largest users of the VenaSeal™ catheter in all of Europe. This leading position underlines his extensive experience and the high level of trust in his expertise in the field of minimally invasive vein therapy.
In addition to the VenaSeal method, the center offers other modern treatment options such as radiofrequency ablation (RFA), endovenous laser therapy (EVLA) and specialized proctological procedures—such as the Rafaelo method and modern laser treatments. A specialized hernia center has also been operating at the VenaZiel branch in Berlin Checkpoint Charlie since May 1, 2025. All therapies follow the principles of being minimally invasive, gentle on patients and effective.
Commitment to innovation and patient-friendly surgery
Dr. Mahoozi stands for a modern, holistic and scientifically sound treatment approach. His many years of experience and enthusiasm for minimally invasive techniques have made a significant contribution to making surgical procedures in both thoracic surgery and vein medicine much gentler for many patients.
His aim is to transfer the latest scientific findings into daily practice with the highest clinical precision – always with a focus on the best possible outcome for the individual.
Qualifications
Qualifications of Dr. Hamidreza Mahoozi
Dr. Hamidreza Mahoozi has an exceptionally broad and in-depth medical qualification with specializations in several fields of modern surgery. His extensive training, many years of clinical experience and international recognitions make him one of the leading experts in his field.
Specialist qualifications
- Specialist for general surgery
- Specialist in thoracic surgery
- Physician for lymphology and founder and director of one of the largest institutions for vein surgery.
Additional qualifications and recognitions
- Fellow of the European Board of Thoracic Surgery (FEBTS)
- Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP)
- Additional qualification in phlebology
- Additional qualification in emergency medicine
- Specialist knowledge in rescue services
- Specialist knowledge in X-ray diagnostics
Dr. Mahoozi combines in-depth specialist knowledge with an interdisciplinary approach – both in the surgical and conservative treatment of vascular diseases. Thanks to his many years as head physician and his internationally recognized titles, he brings the highest level of expertise to the treatment of patients at VenaZiel Venenzentrum Berlin.
Vision
Vision of Dr. Hamidreza Mahoozi
“The future of medicine is ambulatory, robotic, digital – and deeply human.”
Modern medicine is facing a profound change. New technologies, individualized therapies and a growing awareness of prevention are opening up opportunities that were unthinkable just a few years ago. Dr. Hamidreza Mahoozi – a specialist in general surgery, thoracic surgery and lymphology and founder of VenaZiel – has a clear vision: state-of-the-art medicine should be accessible, gentle, precise and humane for everyone.
Robotic surgery reimagined: Next-generation outpatient robotic centers
With plans to introduce the first outpatient robotic center with Da Vinci SP technology in Berlin, Dr. Mahoozi aims to set a milestone. But this is only the beginning:
In the near future, specialized outpatient robotic centers will play a central role in surgical care. These centers are independent of traditional hospital structures and enable a completely new form of collaboration:
Experienced surgeons will travel to these high-tech centers to perform minimally invasive procedures with the utmost precision.
The focus here is on the Da Vinci SP system (Single Port) – a pioneering technology that allows even complex procedures to be performed via a single access point. With this method, operations on sensitive anatomical regions – such as the groin, pelvis, abdomen, thorax or even diaphragm – can be performed particularly gently, with virtually no scarring and the shortest possible recovery time.
The advantages of this new form of care:
- Performing even complex procedures on an outpatient basis
- Less pain, lower risk, faster mobilization
- Maximum precision and ergonomics for surgeons
- Optimal use of resources through centralized technology centers
- More time and attention for the patient
Artificial intelligence & digitalization as a quiet revolution in the background
In addition to robotics, Dr Mahoozi sees digitalization and artificial intelligence (AI) as key components of the future:
- AI-supported diagnostics will help detect conditions such as vascular changes, tumors or chronic inflammatory processes earlier and more accurately.
- Digital patient management enables efficient processes—from online appointments to structured follow-up care.
- Telemedical second opinions connect patients worldwide with specialists—quickly, securely and regardless of where they live.
- AI-based assistance systems will support doctors in therapy decisions, surgical planning and risk assessments—without replacing the human factor.
“Technology should not be an end in itself—it should help us get closer to people again.”
Prevention: The most important medicine is the one that prevents disease
As pioneering as modern surgical methods are, the most important step often takes place before the disease. This is why prevention plays a central role in Dr. Mahoozi’s vision:
- Development of a digital check-up program for the early detection of vascular, metabolic and tumor diseases
- Integration of gene-based diagnostics for risk assessment and therapy individualization
- Promotion of a preventive lifestyle through evidence-based recommendations on nutrition, exercise, stress management and sleep
- Use of intelligent systems for continuous health monitoring via wearables, apps and AI analysis
The future of medicine lies not only in high-end technology, but also in a deep understanding of people – physically, emotionally and socially.
VenaZiel as a model for the medicine of tomorrow
Dr. Mahoozi sees VenaZiel not only as a medical center, but also as a future platform for a new type of care:
- State-of-the-art, interdisciplinary centers with a focus on phlebology, proctology, hernia surgery, thoracic surgery and robotic surgery
- Outpatient operations at hospital level with state-of-the-art technology
- Networked care through digitalization, AI and telemedicine
- Individual support with time, empathy and education
“I believe in medicine that not only heals, but also understands. In care that is not only technically perfect, but remains human. And in a future in which we as doctors no longer just fight diseases – but shape health. We live this vision at VenaZiel – a little more every day.”
Appointment with Dr. Mahoozi
Book your appointment online or write to Dr. Mahoozi directly. Email is the best way to reach him: you can write whenever it suits you and have the answer in writing.
Phone (030) 2529 9482