Dr. Peter Vilmann

Professor

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Biography

Professor Peter Vilmann is a pioneer in the field of digestive endoscopy, particularly known for his early work on endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and the development of EUS-guided procedures. He invented EUS-guided fine needle biopsy and has conducted extensive research with over 150 publications in peer-reviewed medical journals. His significant contributions include advancements in EUS-guided therapeutic interventions, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), and natural orifices transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES). He has served on multiple committees and holds a professorship at Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, where he has led the establishment of a leading endoscopy center in Europe. Professors Vilmann's research interests encompass advanced endoscopy techniques and EUS-guided therapies, making him a central figure in the ongoing development and training in these critical areas of medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Copenhagen University Herlev Hospital • Denmark

Leading the department of endoscopy at the hospital and providing high-level educational training.

Overlæge

2009-01-01 — Present

Dept. Surgery, Gastrointestinal Unit, Herlev Hospital • Denmark

Senior physician involved in complex gastrointestinal cases.

Scientific Lecturer

2005-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Dept. Surgical Gastroenterology, Gentofte Hospital • Denmark

Conducted lectures and research in surgical gastroenterology.

Overlæge

1995-01-01 — 2009-01-01

Dept. Surgical Gastroenterology, Gentofte Hospital • Denmark

Managed surgical gastroenterology cases and led clinical research.

1. reservelæge

1994-01-01 — 1995-01-01

Dept. Surgical Gastroenterology, Rigshospitalet • Denmark

Reserved physician role during medical training.

1. reservelæge

1993-01-01 — 1994-01-01

Dept. Surgery, Gastrointestinal Unit, Herlev Hospital • Denmark

Reserved physician role focusing on gastrointestinal surgery.

Training (Medical Doctor)

1982-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Hospitals in Denmark •

Completed medical training with focus on surgery.

Awards

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Doctor Honoris Causa

2011-09-01
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Idea Prize

2005-01-01
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Jubileumspriset

1999-01-01

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.