Professional Experience
Dr. Kufeld has contributed to both clinical care and center management in neurosurgery and radiosurgery.
- Since 2018: Member of the medical team at the CyberKnife Center in Munich‑Großhadern (ERC Munich)
- 2011–2017: Led the Charité CyberKnife Center in Berlin together with neurosurgery and radiation oncology departments
- 2007–2010: Collaborated at the European CyberKnife Center Munich under Prof. Wowra and Prof. Muacevic
- He has treated over 1,000 patients with radiosurgical methods during his tenure at Charité and other institutions
- Early in his career, served in neurosurgery at Erlangen during internship phase
Academic Contributions
Dr. Kufeld is active in research, education, and presenting at scientific forums.
- Delivered more than 80 specialist lectures nationally and internationally on CyberKnife and radiosurgery topics
- Authored over 25 peer‑reviewed publications and contributions in neurosurgery and radiosurgery
- Research areas include image‑guided radiosurgery, tumor control modeling, and precision treatment planning
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Kufeld treats a broad spectrum of neurological and oncological conditions using precise radiosurgical methods.
- Brain tumors (primary and metastatic) with non-invasive stereotactic radiosurgery
- Spinal metastases and spinal tumors via high-precision radiosurgery
- Tumors in challenging locations such as skull base and brainstem with minimal collateral damage
- Extracranial lesions in organs such as lung, adrenal gland via stereotactic body radiosurgery
- Pain conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia using focused radiosurgery
Publications and Research
Dr. Kufeld’s contributions in scientific literature underline his expertise and credibility.
- Self‑Shielding Gyroscopic Radiosurgery: A Prospective Experience and Analysis of the First 100 Patients (2024) — analysis of robotic radiosurgery outcomes
- Single‑fraction PSMA PET‑ and MRI‑guided stereotactic body radiotherapy for prostate cancer local recurrences (2022) — exploring precise treatment in recurrent prostate cancer
- Image‑guided robotic radiosurgery for arteriovenous malformations (2022) — examining safety and efficacy in vascular brain lesions
- Robotic stereotactic body radiotherapy for adrenal metastases: a bi‑institutional analysis (2022) — outcomes of radiosurgery in adrenal metastases
- Intracranial Hemorrhage in Patients with Anticoagulant Therapy Undergoing Stereotactic Radiosurgery (2022) — evaluating risk factors in radiosurgery patients
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Kufeld blends high technical precision with a patient‑centered mindset.
- Prioritizes minimizing side effects through meticulous planning and delivery
- Emphasizes clear, honest communication so patients understand their options and risks
- Supports international patients by offering remote consultation and multilingual coordination
- Strives to preserve quality of life while achieving optimal clinical outcomes
Professional Affiliations
- DGNC (German Neurosurgical Society)
- EANS (European Association of Neurosurgical Societies)
- GMDS (German Society for Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology)
- RSS (Radiosurgery Society)
FAQs
- Is Dr. med. Markus Kufeld board-certified?
- Yes, he holds full certification in neurosurgery and additional qualification in stereotactic radiosurgical techniques, including radiation protection.
- What types of treatments does he perform?
- Dr. Kufeld performs stereotactic radiosurgery (e.g. CyberKnife) for brain and spinal tumors, radiosurgery for extracranial lesions, and radiosurgical procedures for conditions like trigeminal neuralgia.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. As part of ERC Munich’s team, Dr. Kufeld participates in international patient care, including remote consultations and coordination of logistics for patients abroad.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Many radiosurgical treatments are performed on an outpatient basis or require only short observation stays, depending on patient condition and procedure complexity.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is fluent in German and English; the ERC Munich team provides multilingual support to assist patients from various linguistic backgrounds.
- Can I schedule an online consultation?
- Yes. ERC Munich offers remote consultations to review patient history and imaging, and to plan treatment options before traveling.
