Žilina Hospital Mourns Loss of Dr. Peter Németh,Pioneering Oncology Specialist
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The Žilina Hospital announced with deep sorrow the passing of Dr. Peter Németh, a dedicated physician in the Department of Clinical and Radiation Oncology, at the age of 71. Dr. Németh is remembered as an remarkable specialist, a valued colleague, and a compassionate individual who devoted over four decades of his life too patient care at the Žilina Hospital.
Dr. Peter Németh, a cornerstone of oncology care in the Žilina region, died on November 11, 2024, at the age of 71. He dedicated 46 years of his life to the Žilina Hospital, beginning his practice in September 1978 after completing his medical studies at Palacký University in Olomouc in 1978. dr. Németh’s passing represents a critically important loss to the medical community and the patients whose lives he touched.
A Lifetime Dedicated to Oncology
For more than 46 years, Dr. Németh served patients with unwavering commitment, professionalism, and a profound sense of humanity. He completed his medical studies at the Faculty of Medicine, Palacký University in Olomouc in 1978, and joined the Žilina Hospital that same September, continuing his practice there until April 2025.
Throughout his career, Dr. Németh remained committed to advancing his expertise in radiotherapy, consistently pursuing further education and obtaining numerous certifications and professional qualifications.He achieved the specialization II. degree in radiotherapy in 1986.
Dr. Németh’s dedication wasn’t limited to direct patient care. He held leadership roles within the hospital, serving as an ordinary for high-voltage therapy and as deputy head of radiation oncology for over a decade. He also briefly served as acting head of the department of Clinical and Radiation Oncology. His commitment to excellence was formally recognized in 2024 with the Žilina self-governing region’s “TOP doctor” award, acknowledging his high-quality work, active commitment, and significant achievements.
Leadership and Recognition
Dr. Németh’s contributions extended beyond direct patient care.He was appointed as an ordinary for high-voltage therapy and served as the deputy head of radiation oncology for over a decade. He also held the position of acting head of the Department of Clinical and Radiation Oncology. His dedication to excellence was formally recognized in 2024 when he received the award of the Žilina self-governing region in the TOP doctor category, acknowledging his high-quality work, active commitment, and significant achievements.
“thank you for everything, Doctor. Rest in peace,” the hospital stated in its proclamation.
Dr. Németh’s impact on the Žilina Hospital and the field of oncology was profound. He dedicated his career to improving the lives of cancer patients, not only through treatment but also through leadership and mentorship. He passed away after a period of declining health, though specific details were not released by the hospital.
Farewell to a Respected Physician
A final farewell to Dr. Peter Németh will be held on Friday, November 14 at 10:00 a.m. in the House of Mourning at the Old Cemetery in Žilina. His legacy of compassionate care and dedication to the
