Dr. Matthias Guckenberger

Professor

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Biography

Matthias Guckenberger is a leading expert in radiation oncology, currently serving as the Director of the Department of Radiation Oncology at USZ. With a comprehensive background spanning over two decades, he has made significant contributions to the treatment of lung and prostate cancers, as well as oligometastases. Guckenberger has held various prominent positions including Head of the Medical Division Imaging and Vice Dean of Teaching Preclinical Medicine at UZH, where he influenced medical education and clinical practices. He is also a member of several prestigious organizations, including the ESTRO and SAMO, reflecting his active engagement in advancing the field of oncology. His research focuses on innovative treatment techniques such as cranial radiosurgery and MRI-guided adaptive radiotherapy. Over the years, Guckenberger has received multiple accolades for his work, including various awards from the ESTRO and DEGRO conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Full Professor in Radiation Oncology.

Clinic Director

2014-01-01 — Present

University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Director of the Department of Radiation Oncology.

Deputy Clinic Director

2012-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University Hospital Würzburg • Würzburg, Germany

Deputy Clinic Director in Radiation Oncology.

Managing Senior Physician

2010-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Würzburg University Hospital • Würzburg, Germany

Managing Senior Physician in Radiation Oncology.

Research Fellow

2010-01-01 — 2010-12-31

Royal Marsden Hospital & Institute of Cancer Research • London, UK

Conducted research in oncology.

Senior Physician

2008-01-01 — 2009-12-31

University Hospital Würzburg • Würzburg, Germany

Senior Physician in Radiation Oncology.

Resident

2003-01-01 — 2008-01-01

University Hospital Würzburg • Würzburg, Germany

Completed residency in Radiation Oncology.

Awards

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Siemens Poster Award

2021-01-01
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ESTRO Accuray Award

2021-01-01
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Hermann-Holthusen Prize

2021-01-01
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Koester Prize

2021-01-01
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USZ Q-Award

2021-01-01
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Honorary Physicist Award

2021-01-01

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
Specialization Notes

Department of Law