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Diagnostic tests for dermatomyositis in Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham

Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham

Cham, Switzerland
Program id # 607123
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Dr. med. Achim Thilo Braun
Department of Rheumatology
Specialized in: rheumatology
Specialization Curriculum vitae

The program includes:

  • Initial presentation in the clinic
  • clinical history taking
  • review of medical records
  • physical examination
  • laboratory tests:
    • complete blood count
    • general urine analysis
    • biochemical analysis of blood
    • inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
    • immune status
  • MRI scan of the cross-sectional muscles (on indication 1200 €)
  • electromyography (EMG)
  • skin or muscle biopsy with histological examination (on indications 1800 €)
  • nursing services
  • consultation of related specialists
  • consultation of the chief physician and all leading experts
  • development of individual treatment plan
  • written statement

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  • Medical records

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About the department

The Department of Rheumatology at the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham provides the comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment of diseases affecting the joints and connective tissue structures. Of particular interest is the treatment of arthritis, arthrosis and osteoporosis. The Chief Physician of the department is Dr. med. Achim Thilo Braun.

The department's specialists apply the very latest treatment methods, for example, ultrasound-guided infiltration, as well as the infiltration under the guidance of C-arm X-ray system, drug treatment using disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs and other methods. If necessary, the doctors from related fields are involved, which guarantees effective treatment of even extremely complex clinical cases.

The first stage of treatment is the highly accurate diagnostics, which is the basis in the development of an optimal treatment regimen for each patient. It is very important to assess all pathological changes, which occur in the human body, since rheumatic diseases affect not only joints and connective tissues, but also internal organs.

The department specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of the following pathologies:

  • Inflammatory rheumatic diseases
    • Rheumatoid arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Systemic connective tissue diseases (for example, systemic lupus erythematosus)
    • Spondyloarthropathy (for example, ankylosing spondylitis)
    • Crystalline arthropathies (for example, gout)
  • Degenerative rheumatic diseases
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Spinal disc herniation
    • Spinal canal stenosis
  • Local rheumatic soft tissue lesions (for example, "tennis elbow" and "golfer's elbow")
  • Pain syndromes of rheumatic origin (for example, fibromyalgia)
  • Osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases
  • Other rheumatic diseases

The therapeutic options of the department include:

  • Drug treatment of acute and chronic pain syndrome caused by rheumatic diseases
  • Physiotherapy and occupational therapy
  • Development of special treatment regimens for patients with osteoporosis
  • Intensive therapy using disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs
  • Infusion therapy
  • Treatment using autologous conditioned plasma
  • Ultrasound-guided injection therapy
  • Infiltration of the intervertebral joints under the guidance of C-arm X-ray system
  • Psychological support
  • Other medical services

Curriculum vitae

Professional Сareer

  • Work in the Department of Rheumatology at the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham.
  • Private Rheumapraxis Cham Zug.
  • 2015 - 2019 Work in Private Rheumatology Practice (MedicoPlus AG Einsiedeln).
  • 2014 - 2015 Senior Physician, Department of Rheumatology, Municipal Hospital in Triemli, Zurich.
  • 2006 - 2014 Professional training in Internal Medicine at the Cantonal Hospital Aarau and at the University Hospital Basel; Training in Rheumatology, Bethesda Spital Basel, University Hospital Basel and Reha Rheinfelden Rehabilitation Center.

Higher Education and Postgraduate Training

  • 2015 Qualification in Interventions Pain Therapy, Swiss Society for Interventional Pain Management (SSIPM).
  • 2015 Board certification in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Medicine.
  • 2015 Board certification in Rheumatology.
  • 2012 Board certification in Internal Medicine.

Memberships in Professional Societies

  • Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
  • Association of Swiss Assistant Doctors and Chief Consultants (VSAO).
  • Medical Association of the Canton of Zug (AGZG).
  • Swiss Society of Rheumatology (SGR).
  • Swiss Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (SGPMR).
  • Swiss Society for Interventional Pain Management (SSIMP).

Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG

About hospital

The Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham provides the high-quality medical services both in the region and throughout the country. The medical complex is part of the Hirslanden Private Hospital Group, which is known throughout Europe for its extremely high treatment success rates. The key areas of specialization of the clinic in Cham include general surgery, gynecology and obstetrics, orthopedics and spinal surgery. The medical facility also has a 24-hour emergency service. The surgical treatment is provided in 4 operating rooms equipped with the latest technology.

The health of the patients is in the good hands of an experienced team of about 100 specialized doctors. The experts of the medical facility admit for the diagnostics and treatment about 4,100 inpatients and more than 7,000 outpatients every year. The clinic has 65 beds for patient hospitalization. The Department of Obstetrics is known for exceptional competence and impeccable service – about 470 babies are born here every year.

The quality of medical and nursing services is regulated by a special quality management system, which has been certified since 2002 in accordance with the requirements of the European standard ISO 9001 (re-certification of ISO 9001:2015 in 2018).

The clinic is located in a building with a unique architectural design and properly thought-out interior. The patients live in conditions resembling a high-class hotel, so they feel as comfortable as possible here. The quiet and peaceful environment of the clinic contributes to the pacification and rapid recovery of patients.

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Accommodation in hospital

Patients rooms

The patients of the the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham live in comfortable single, double and quadruple rooms with all necessary amenities. The standard room includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe with a locker, a table and chairs, a TV with a large selection of national and international channels, and a telephone (mobile phones are not allowed in specially designated areas of the clinic). There is also Wi-Fi access in the patient rooms. Smoking is prohibited on the premises of the clinic and on its territory. If desired, the patient can live in an enhanced-comfort room with a safe, a refrigerator and upholstered furniture.

Meals and Menus

The patient and the accompanying person are offered a daily choice of three menus. If you are on a specific diet for any reason, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.

Further details

Standard rooms include:

Toilet
Shower
Wi-Fi
TV

Religion

The religious services can be provided upon request.

Accompanying person

During the inpatient program, an accompanying person may stay with the patient in the patient room or at a hotel. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.

Hotel

During the outpatient program, you can live in a hotel of your choice. Managers will help you choose the most suitable options.