Priv. Doz. Dr. med. Raphael R. Bruno
Specialist in internal medicine and cardiology, sports medicine,
Emergency and intensive care medicine
Sports cardiology (level II, DGK)
Additional qualifications in hypertensiology (DHL), Lipidology (DGFF)
Heart failure (stage I, DGK), Cardiovascular sleep medicine (Level III, DGK)
Expertise in resynchronization therapy (DGK) Pacemaker and ICD therapy (DGK)
Qualifications & Publications
| 2024 - 2026 | Master of Health Business Administration, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen, Germany |
| 2008 - 2014 | Studied human medicine at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg and Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen, Germany |
| 2007 - 2008 | Studied law at the Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg, Germany |
| 2026 - dato | Founding of KardioPro (Stuttgart) |
| 2025 - dato | Takeover of KardioPro (Düsseldorf) |
| 2024 - dato | Founding of Bruno Cardiology (Krefeld) |
| 2024 - 2025 | Head physician of the European Prevention Center, Düsseldorf |
| 2023 - 2024 | Senior Physician, Intensive Care Unit (Cardiology), Düsseldorf University Hospital |
| 2021 - 2023 | Specialist, Clinic for Cardiology, Pulmonology and Angiology, UKD |
| 2018 - 2021 | Resident, Clinic for Cardiology, Pulmonology and Angiology, UKD |
| 2015 - 2018 | Resident, Clinic for Nephrology, UKD |
| 2015 - to date | Emergency doctor, City of Düsseldorf |
| 2014 - 2015 | Resident, Clinic for Emergency and Intensive Care Medicine, Nuremberg Hospital |
| 2026 | Master of Health Business Administration (MHBA) |
| 2025 | Additional qualification Sports cardiology level II (DGK) |
| 2023 | Nuclear medicine diagnostics & echocardiography, Level 1 (EACVI) |
| 2023 | Expertise Special cardiovascular prevention (DGK) |
| 2023 | Cardiovascular Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine Level III (DGK) |
| 2023 | Cardiac MRI and CT (Level I, DGK) |
| 2022 | Additional qualification Cardiovascular sleep medicine level III (DGK) |
| 2022 | Expertise Resynchronization, pacemaker and ICD therapy (DGK) |
| 2022 | Hypertensiology (DHL), lipidology (DGFF), heart failure (DGK), intensive care medicine (AEKNO) |
| 2021 | Specialist in internal medicine and cardiology |
| 2024 - dato | Research funding from the German Heart Foundation (Project: Intensive care medicine for elderly patients) |
| 2024 | Habilitation and venia legendi for internal medicine, HHU Düsseldorf |
| 2020 - 2024 | Research grant (Microcirculation in intensive care medicine) |
| 2016 | Doctorate (summa cum laude), University of Würzburg |
| Publications | Book publications: Articles in „Klinische Akut- und Notfallmedizin“ (2020), „DIVI Jahrbuch 2021/22“ and „Digitale Patientenkommunikation“ (Springer, 2025) |
| Teaching | Teaching activity: Since 2015 student teaching (HHU Düsseldorf), since 2019 further training for doctors (DGK) and teaching experience at the Heilpraktiker-Schule |
| 2011 | 3rd prize for free speech, Capital Congress of the DGAI for Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy |
Personal profile: PD Dr. med. Raphael R. Bruno
With the management of KardioPro in Düsseldorf and Stuttgart and the Bruno Cardiology in Krefeld I have fulfilled my desire to practise medicine exactly as I understand it: holistically, conscientiously and at eye level. In my practices, you can expect an atmosphere characterized by mutual trust - without any time pressure or stress. Together with a dedicated team and university-level technical equipment, I ensure that you receive the careful examination and advice you deserve.
Specialized cardiological expertise
I cover the entire spectrum of modern cardiology. My particular focus is on the sustainable Prevention (certified by the DGK) and the Early detection of vascular changes. As an expert for Sports cardiology (level II), cardiovascular sleep medicine and Lipidology I will support you with your sporting goals and complex risk profiles. Whether you need support after a heart attack, cardiac insufficiency or cardiac arrhythmia - I am at your side with in-depth specialist knowledge and additional qualifications in nuclear medicine and intensive care medicine.
Modern diagnostics and university knowledge
My treatment approach combines the latest scientific findings from my active research and teaching at the University of Düsseldorf with your personal life situation. A particular advantage for my patients is the direct access to state-of-the-art imaging:
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Cardiac CT and cardiac MRI: Due to my specialization (Level I, DGK), appointments are often possible within just seven days.
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Quick clarity: The findings are discussed within 24 hours.
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Transparency: As a post-doctoral student and lecturer, it is important to me to explain your results „live“ on the monitor in an understandable way.
Prevention through lifestyle and education
For me, medicine means more than just administering medication. I actively support you with Lifestyle modifications, from individual sports programs to practical nutritional recommendations. My expertise also regularly flows into scientific Book publications and technical contributions.
Knowledge creates security. That's why I launched the initiative „DocBruno - Medicine finally understandable!“ and our CardioBlog into being. Here I present complex topics in a transparent and tangible way.
I look forward to meeting you in person at my offices in Düsseldorf, Stuttgart or Krefeld!
Your cardiologist in Düsseldorf - expertise:
Prevention of cardiovascular diseases and early identification of vascular damage.
Comprehensive treatment of patients after a heart attack or with chronic heart failure.
Diagnostics and therapy support for cardiac arrhythmia or atrial fibrillation.
Specialized consultation and adjustment for lipometabolic disorders and high blood pressure.
Professional advice and performance diagnostics for amateur and competitive athletes for the safe practice of their sport.
Diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea and nocturnal breathing interruptions as a risk factor for your heart health.
Cardiology Düsseldorf - Overview
When should you see a cardiologist?
Early clarification of symptoms or risk factors is the key to long-term heart health. Our cardiology practice in Düsseldorf offers you the right specialized care for every need.
Sudden shortness of breath, a strong or constricting feeling in the chest and sudden loss of performance are symptoms that you should not ignore. Also conspicuous Heart stumble or unknown Palpitations can be signs of a cardiological disease. Such symptoms require clarification by your doctor as soon as possible. Cardiologists in Düsseldorf.
Our private medical practice specializing in internal medicine and Cardiology Düsseldorf has an optimized appointment schedule. We take all the time necessary to give you peace of mind quickly in the event of acute complaints.
Regular screening is essential if risk factors are present. These include a known family risk of heart disease or the presence of risk factors such as Overweight, high blood pressure (Hypertensiology) or Diabetes Mellitus. Even if you already suffer from heart disease, regular check-ups in our practice for Cardiology in Düsseldorf necessary.
Our service: Regular Heart checks help to identify problems early enough. This means that measures can be taken quickly before serious heart disease or events occur. PD Dr. Raphael R. Bruno uses his additional qualifications to provide you with comprehensive advice and optimal therapy.
If you still experience persistent symptoms after a corona infection, such as Shortness of breath, tiredness or Fatigue? These symptoms may indicate involvement of the cardiovascular system.
In our practice for Cardiology Düsseldorf clarification is indicated in these cases. We carry out a ECG determine the cardiac biomarkers in the blood and recommend a echocardiographic examination. This serves to clarify a possible inflammation of the heart muscle and a possible reduction in heart function.
Regardless of whether you are an ambitious amateur athlete or a competitive athlete: The heart should be examined regularly against a background of high stress. PD Dr. med. Raphael R. Bruno is more qualified Sports cardiologist and has many years of experience in supporting athletes.
We offer you the various tests for Performance diagnostics in our Düsseldorf specialist practice for Cardiology (e.g. spiroergometry). Here you will receive practical tips on how to increase your training level or the necessary advice for a safe return to training after a break. Many statutory health insurance companies cover part of the costs for the athlete check.
Personal profile: PD Dr. med. Raphael R. Bruno
With the management of KardioPro in Düsseldorf and Stuttgart and the Bruno Cardiology in Krefeld I have fulfilled my desire to practise medicine exactly as I understand it: holistically, conscientiously and at eye level. In my practices, you can expect an atmosphere characterized by mutual trust - without any time pressure or stress. Together with a dedicated team and university-level technical equipment, I ensure that you receive the careful examination and advice you deserve.
Specialized cardiological expertise
I cover the entire spectrum of modern cardiology. My particular focus is on the sustainable Prevention (certified by the DGK) and the Early detection of vascular changes. As an expert for Sports cardiology (level II), cardiovascular sleep medicine (level III) and Lipidology I will support you with your sporting goals and complex risk profiles. Whether you need support after a heart attack, cardiac insufficiency or cardiac arrhythmia - as a specialist in internal medicine and cardiology with in-depth knowledge of nuclear medicine and cardiology, I am at your disposal. Intensive care and emergency medicine (level III) to the side.
Modern diagnostics and university knowledge
My treatment approach combines the latest scientific findings from my active research - supported by the German Heart Foundation - with your personal life situation. A particular advantage for my patients is direct access to state-of-the-art imaging:
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Cardiac CT and cardiac MRI: Due to my specialization (Level I, DGK), appointments are often possible within just seven days on your desired date.
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Quick clarity: The findings are discussed within 24 hours.
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Transparency: As a habilitated lecturer at the Heinrich Heine University in Düsseldorf, it is important to me to explain your results „live“ on the monitor so that you really understand your heart health.
Prevention through lifestyle and education
For me, medicine means more than just administering medication. I actively support you with Lifestyle modifications, from individual sports programs to practical nutritional recommendations. My expertise also regularly flows into scientific Book publications (e.g. Springer) and international specialist articles.
Knowledge creates security. That's why I launched the initiative „DocBruno - Medicine finally understandable!“ and our CardioBlog into being. Here I prepare complex topics in a transparent and tangible way for you.
I look forward to getting to know you personally at my offices in Düsseldorf, Stuttgart or Krefeld and accompanying you on your journey as a partner!
Cardiological examinations in Düsseldorf
For those with private insurance and all those with statutory insurance as self-payers:
Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Raphael R. Bruno
Your cardiologist in Düsseldorf - expertise with heart and mind
PD Dr. med. Raphael R. Bruno is a specialist in internal medicine and cardiology with numerous additional qualifications. He has managed the practice since 01.01.2025 CardioPro in Düsseldorf and combines high-performance university medicine with personal, patient-centered care.
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