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Thorsten Lewalter

Thorsten Lewalter
EXPERIENCE OF MORE THAN 45 YEARS

Biography

Professor of Clinical & Experimental Electrophysiology Peter Osypka Heart Center Munich, Bavaria

Prof. Dr. med. Thorsten Lewalter

Cardiac Electrophysiology, Heart Rhythm Disorders & Interventional Cardiology

Chief Physician of Cardiology with a long-standing focus on cardiac electrophysiology, heart rhythm disorders, atrial fibrillation ablation and interventional cardiology.

3,600+ Patients treated by the department annually
364 Scientific Publications
8× Expert in Media

Prof. Dr. med. Thorsten Lewalter is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Cardiology whose clinical and academic work has focused on cardiac electrophysiology and the treatment of heart rhythm disorders. He was appointed Professor of Clinical and Experimental Electrophysiology at the University Hospital Bonn and subsequently held Chief Physician positions in Paderborn, Bonn and Munich. His current clinical focus includes heart rhythm disorders, atrial fibrillation ablation, interventional cardiology and occluder therapy.

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Patient Relevance

Why This Physician May Be Relevant to Your Case

Prof. Dr. med. Thorsten Lewalter may be relevant for patients seeking specialist evaluation or treatment for heart rhythm disorders, atrial fibrillation, or catheter-based cardiovascular procedures. His documented clinical focus includes cardiac electrophysiology, ablation therapy, interventional cardiology and occluder therapy. The appropriate treatment approach depends on the individual diagnosis, previous treatment, diagnostic findings and overall clinical situation.

Key Areas of Expertise

Catheter Ablation & Atrial Fibrillation

Clinical expertise in catheter-based treatment of atrial fibrillation and other heart rhythm disorders, including modern ablation procedures and electro-anatomical mapping.

LASER Ablation

Established experience with LASER ablation for atrial fibrillation; the Peter Osypka Heart Center documents Prof. Lewalter’s experience with this technique.

LAA Occluder & Structural Heart

Expertise in occluder procedures, including left atrial appendage occlusion, within the field of interventional cardiology.

Cardiac Arrhythmias

Specialist focus on heart rhythm disorders and catheter-based treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.

Interventional Cardiology & Stenting

Long-standing experience in cardiac catheterization, hemodynamics and interventional coronary therapy, including catheter-based coronary procedures.

Pacemaker & ICD Therapy

Clinical focus includes pacemaker and ICD treatment as part of the management of heart rhythm disorders.

Current Institution & Treatment Setting

Peter Osypka Heart Center Munich / Internistisches Klinikum München Süd (Munich South Internal Medicine Hospital)
Prof. Dr. med. Thorsten Lewalter serves as Chief Physician of Cardiology and Medical Director at Internistisches Klinikum München Süd (Munich South Internal Medicine Hospital), including the Peter Osypka Heart Center in Munich.
The clinical setting focuses on cardiology, heart rhythm disorders, interventional cardiology, catheter-based therapies, ablation procedures, and device-based treatment.
Institution-level cardiology volume: The Internistisches Klinikum München Süd (Munich South Internal Medicine Hospital), including the Peter Osypka Heart Center, treats approximately 3,690 fully inpatient cardiology cases per year. This figure refers to the institution’s cardiology activity and should not be interpreted as Prof. Lewalter’s personal annual case volume.

Clinical Approach

“Cutting-edge means more than providing optimal medical care: I am driven by the constant pursuit of scientific progress and by bringing new knowledge into clinical practice.”

Peter Osypka Heart Center Munich

The Peter Osypka Heart Center Munich provides specialist cardiological care including diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, atrial fibrillation, catheter-based interventions and interventional cardiology. The center uses modern 3D mapping systems for ablation therapy and operates two cardiac catheterization laboratories.
Chief Physician outpatient care is available for privately insured and self-pay patients.
Patient Experience

Patient Reviews

Patient-reported experiences from Jameda provide additional context about consultation, communication and treatment experience.
Patient rating★★★★½4.5/5 / 524 patient reviewsJameda
Patient experienceConsultation

Detailed second-opinion consultation

“He took a lot of time and provided detailed advice.”
The patient described the consultation as detailed and reported that Prof. Lewalter took sufficient time, was considered highly competent and was perceived as personable.
Jameda August 27, 2026 Physician
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Patient experienceAblation

Catheter ablation and follow-up care

“Prof. Lewalter explained everything calmly.”
The patient described treatment for recurrent atrial flutter, including catheter ablation, structured preparation and follow-up. The patient also specifically praised Prof. Lewalter for explaining the situation calmly and described the ward team as professional and attentive.
Jameda April 22, 2024 Physician & team
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Patient experienceCommunication

General consultation

“I was extremely competently and comprehensively advised.”
The patient reported being very satisfied and described the consultation as highly competent and comprehensive.
Jameda October 27, 2023 Physician
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Patient experiencePatient service

Physician experience and administrative communication

“Prof. Lewalter is very friendly and committed. I feel well cared for by him.”
The patient described Prof. Lewalter as friendly and committed and reported feeling well cared for, while also raising concerns about the friendliness and organization of the chief physician's office.
Jameda September 21, 2023 Physician & team
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