Research and Teaching
Founder of Plastic/Aesthetic Surgery & Hand Surgery
18 Years as Head Physician
Dr. Schuhmann served as Head Physician for over 18 years from 2005 to 2023, specializing in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery with expertise in Hand Surgery.
Augusta Clinics Bochum and Evangelical Hospital Hattingen
The Augusta Clinics in Bochum (founded 1864) and the Evangelical Hospital Hattingen (founded 1901) serve as academic teaching hospitals of the University of Duisburg-Essen. These facilities treat approximately 25,000 inpatient patients annually in their network and employ over 2,300 staff members.
Best Training Facility 2016
Recognition by DGPRÄC
In 2016, Dr. Schuhmann's Department of Plastic Surgery at the Evangelical Hospital Hattingen received the award as 'best training facility 2016' from the associated members of the German Society for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (DGPRÄC).
Award Ceremony 2016
Dr. Karl Schuhmann at the ceremonial presentation of the 'Best Training Facility in Germany 2016' award by DGPRÄC.
Academic Contributions and Commitment
As a member of several professional societies, including DGPRÄC and GÄCD, Dr. Schuhmann regularly publishes in medical journals, gives lectures at conferences, and participates in industry discussion panels focused on aesthetic medicine.
Professional Society Memberships
- German Society for Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (DGPRÄC)
- Society for Aesthetic Surgery Germany (GÄCD)
- Other renowned medical professional societies
Focus on Research and Teaching
Dr. Schuhmann actively engages in the training of young physicians and shares his extensive knowledge through:
- Publications in medical journals
- Lectures at national and international conferences
- Participation in expert panels and industry discussions
- Training of specialists in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery