Award for Private Lecturer Dr. Oliver Koeth: *stern* Honors His Expertise in Rhythmology

Dr. Oliver Koeth, Privatdozent and Chief Physician of the Second Department of Internal Medicine at GPR Klinikum, is among “Germany’s Outstanding Regional Physicians.” In the latest *stern* study (2026), he is recognized in the field of rhythmology. This honors his special expertise in an area that is of great importance to many patients with heart disease.

“I am very pleased to receive this recognition. Especially when it comes to cardiac arrhythmias, it is important to accurately identify the cause of the symptoms and find the right treatment for each patient. Modern rhythmology now offers a wide range of options for effectively treating people with cardiac arrhythmias, thereby restoring their sense of security and quality of life,” says Dr. Oliver Koeth, Privatdozent.

Cardiac arrhythmias can significantly impair quality of life and require precise diagnosis and individually tailored treatment. The GPR Clinic offers a specialized range of services for this purpose. These include, among other things, the implantation of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), and pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) via cryoballoon ablation, as well as a specialized consultation service for atrial fibrillation and pacemaker-related issues.

GPR Managing Director Achim Neyer congratulates Assistant Professor Dr. Oliver Koeth on the award: “This recognition from *stern* underscores Assistant Professor Dr. Koeth’s high level of professional expertise and the importance of specialized cardiology at the GPR Clinic. For the people of Rüsselsheim and the surrounding region, it is important to have access to modern and specialized care right in their own community, even for complex heart conditions.”

The *stern* study is conducted in collaboration with the renowned research institute MINQ. It is based on a multidimensional selection process that takes into account, among other factors, qualified recommendations, certifications, training authorizations, scientific publications, and medical reputation.

The complete results of the study “Germany’s Outstanding Regional Doctors 2026” are available at www.stern.de/regionale-aerzte2026. An accompanying article appears in the current issue of *stern* No. 39/2026.