The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- physical examination
- review of medical records
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- TSH-basal, fT3, fT4
- tumor markers
- indicators of inflammation
- indicators blood coagulation
- ultrasound of the tumor
- CT/MRI scan
- preoperative care
- partial tumor resection
- microbiological and histological examination of the removed tissues
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Orthopedics and Sports Traumatology at the Hirslanden Andreasclinic Cham Zug Cham offers the full service range for the prevention, diagnostics, treatment and follow-up monitoring of patients with musculoskeletal diseases and injuries. The Chief Physician of the department is Dr. med. Charles Dumont.
The medical facility has an excellent medical and technical base, and also cooperates closely with the Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology for highly accurate diagnostics (X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, etc.). After obtaining the diagnostic results, the most effective therapeutic measures are individually prescribed for the patient. The therapeutic offer is complemented by quality rehabilitation, which is carried out in cooperation with the Cham Rehabilitation Center.
The department’s key clinical activities include:
- Diagnostics
- X-ray diagnostics
- Arthroscopy
- Imaging diagnostics (ultrasound, CT, MRI, etc.) in collaboration with the Department of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology
- Consultations and preventive measures in the following cases
- Incorrect or excessive physical exercises
- Injuries
- Osteoarthrosis
- Therapy
- Conservative techniques
- Physiotherapy
- Pain therapy
- Conservative treatment of arthrosis
- Surgical interventions
- Bone surgery
- Cartilage surgery
- Meniscal surgery
- Surgery for joint capsule and ligament rupture
- Surgery for muscle and tendon injuries
- Joint-preserving interventions for the correction of axial deformities of the lower limbs, stabilizing interventions
- Partial and total knee, hip, shoulder and ankle replacement surgery
- Surgical treatment of foot diseases and deformities
- Conservative techniques
- Rehabilitation (in cooperation with the Cham Rehabilitation Center)
- Sports rehabilitation
- Pre- and postoperative rehabilitation
- Sports massage
- Сardiovascular exercise
- Individual physical therapy
- Medical training therapy (MTT)
- Assessment of the athlete's physical capabilities
- Lymphatic drainage
- Manual therapy, as well as classic relaxing massage
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
Clinical Interests
- Elbow and wrist surgery.
- Hand surgery.
- Peripheral nerve surgery.
- Microsurgical tissue transfer.
- Imaging-guided ultrasound diagnostics and interventions on the musculoskeletal system
Professional Career
- November 2011 - March 2019 Cancer Surgery, Deputy Head of the Sarcoma Center, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at the University Hospital Bern.
- 2006 - 2010 Senior Physician and Head of the Section for Reconstructive Surgery, Clinic Ziegler, Bern.
- 2000 - 2003 project Head "Bioengineering in the reconstruction of peripheral nerves", project № 4046-58630, implants/transplants NFP-46, National Foundation.
- 1997 - 2006 Head of the Section for Hand Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery, Balgrist University Hospital, Zurich.
- February 1996 Invited Physician, Indiana Hand Center, Indiana, USA.
- 1995 - January 1996 Senior Physician, Department of Pediatric Orthopedics, Hand Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery, Trousseau University Hospital, Paris.
- 1993 - 1995 Senior Physician, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery, Avicenna University Hospital, Paris.
- 1992 - 1993 Research Fellow and Principal Investigator, Department of Neurobiology and Rehabilitation, Stanford University, USA.
- 1985 - 1992 Assistant Physician, Department of Orthopedics, Hand Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery, Paris.
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- 2010 Board certification in Hand Surgery, Swiss Medical Association (FMH), Bern.
- 2005 Board certification in Hand Surgery, Paris.
- 2004 Diploma of Doctor of Natural Science, Paris.
- 2002 Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Swiss Medical Association (FMH), Bern.
- 1993 Master of Science in Neurobiology, Paris.
- 1992 Doctoral Degree in Medicine, Paris.
- 1992 Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery, Paris.
- 1992 Diploma in Hand Surgery, Paris.
- 1991 Diploma in Microsurgery, Paris.
- 1985 State Exam, Paris Descartes University, Paris.
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:
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.