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Medical Faculty of the Ruhr-University Bochum

We are shaping the future of medicine
from the Ruhr region to Ostwestfalen-Lippe.

University Medical Center Bochum, which consists of the Faculty of Medicine and eight supporting clinics, supported by numerous teaching hospitals, we combine practical teaching, innovative research and the direct application of our findings in clinical practice. Together, we are working on the cutting-edge medicine of tomorrow - for committed students, a sustainable society and strong healthcare provision throughout the region.

Current dates & events

  1. Faculty Council Meeting (In-Person)

    16:15 o'clock

    Pathology Lecture Hall at Bergmannsheils University Hospital in Bochum

  2. Faculty Day

    11:00 o'clock

    Veranstaltungszentrum Ruhr Universität Bochum

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Latest news from the faculty

Four researchers stand in front of a stone wall during an award ceremony for the 2026 Networking Fellowship of the German Liver Foundation at the 22nd HepNet Symposium. From left to right: Prof. Dr. Andreas E. Kremer, member of the review committee, Dr. Christian Stöß, Maria Laura Goussain Darido, and Prof. Dr. Heiner Wedemeyer, chair of the board.
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Virologist awarded networking fellowship from German Liver Foundation

Faculty

Maria Laura Goussain Darido from the Department of Molecular and Medical Virology at the Medical Faculty of Ruhr University Bochum has been awarded a networking fellowship from the German Liver Foundation and will use it for a research stay in Oldenburg. Her research focuses on early hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection mechanisms and new approaches for evaluating potential antiviral agents.

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Teaser graphic for the FAQ on the new doctoral regulations of the Faculty of Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum featuring a stylized Rod of Asclepius in front of the Ruhr University Bochum campus.

FAQs on the New Doctoral Regulations Are Now Available Online

Medical Education

What changes? Who do the new regulations apply to, and when do they come into force? Answers to these and other frequently asked questions about the new Doctoral Regulations of the Faculty of Medicine are now available in our FAQs.

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Teaser graphic for the 2026 Committee Elections of the Faculty of Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum featuring a stylized Rod of Asclepius in front of a meeting room.
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Results of the 2026 Faculty Council and Senate Elections

Faculty

The Medical Faculty has voted! The results of the 2026 committee elections are now available. You can find an overview of the elected members on the pages for the committees and commissions.

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Another Five Stars for the Heart and Diabetes Centre NRW, Bad Oeynhausen

University Medicine Bochum

The Heart and Diabetes Center NRW in Bad Oeynhausen has once again been awarded five stars in the transparency ranking of the Federal Association of Clinical Diabetes Facilities (BVKD)—a top distinction achieved by only 19 out of 91 clinics. Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Susanne Reger-Tan, the Clinic for Diabetology and Endocrinology stands for excellent care and the highest quality standards in the treatment of diabetes and its complications. This recognition highlights the outstanding work of the team while also driving the continued advancement of modern diabetes care.

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