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Breast cancer diagnosis in Hirslanden Clinic Aarau

Hirslanden Clinic Aarau

Aarau, Switzerland
Program id # 89233
Doctor photo
Dr. med. Christian Alder
Department of Mammology
Specialized in: mammology

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 blood test
    • inflammation markers (CRP, ESR)
    • blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
    • tumor markers (CEA, CA 15-3, CYFRA 21-1, NSE)
  • mammology examination:
    • breasts ultrasound
    • mammography
  • ultrasound of pelvic organs and abdomen
  • MRI of the breasts (if indicated clinically, additional cost is 1200€)
  • FNA biopsy with histological study (if indicated clinically, additional cost is 2000€)
  • HER2 status
  • breast cancer index (BCI)
  • estrogen and progesteron receptors analysis (ER, PR)
  • Oncotype DX test (if indicated clinically, additional cost is 4000 €)
  • Mammaprint test (if indicated clinically, additional cost is 3000 €)
  • nursing services
  • consultation of related specialists
  • treatment by chief physician and all leading experts
  • explanation of individual treatment pla

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 Mammology at the Hirslanden Clinic Aarau specializes in the comprehensive diagnostics and treatment of breast diseases. The priority focus of clinical practice is the prevention, diagnostics and treatment of breast cancer. The department is headed by Dr. med. Christian Alder.

The work of the department’s specialists is based on interdisciplinary treatment – mammologists, gynecologists, oncologists, radiation therapists and plastic surgeons are involved in the therapeutic process. The department holds weekly tumor boards with the participation of all the necessary doctors who jointly develop an individual treatment regimen for each patient. The main treatment methods include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Whenever possible, operations are performed using sparing minimally invasive techniques.

The modern diagnostic and treatment methods are complemented by a carefully thought-out oncological rehabilitation program. The goal of this program is to restore physical performance, improve self-esteem and maintain a positive attitude, which in combination facilitates reintegration into everyday life.

The department is certified by the Swiss Cancer League and the Swiss Society of Senology, which indicates compliance with the highest standards of modern medicine in a health facility.

The diagnostic and therapeutic options of the department include:

  • Diagnostics
    • Mammography
    • Ultrasound diagnostics as an addition to mammography
    • Magnetic resonance imaging
    • Biopsy
    • Breast cancer staging
      • Lung X-ray, liver ultrasound and bone scintigraphy for metastasis detection
      • Determination of tumor markers
  • Treatment
    • Surgical treatment
      • Minimally invasive interventions for benign neoplasms (for example, fibroadenoma)
      • Sentinel lymph node removal
      • Breast removal with its subsequent reconstruction using implants, prostheses and patient’s own tissues
      • Organ-preserving breast surgery followed by targeted radiation therapy
      • Breast reconstruction
      • Breast augmentation and reduction
    • Chemotherapy
    • Radiation therapy
    • Oncological rehabilitation after a course of treatment
      • Physiotherapy
      • Nutrition advice
      • Psycho-oncological care
      • Methods of alternative medicine
  • Other medical services

Curriculum vitae

Clinical Interests

  • Preventive examinations and consultations.
  • Monitoring the course of pregnancy.
  • Infertility diagnostics.
  • Menopause and hormonal disorders.
  • Ultrasound diagnostics.
  • Amniocentesis.
  • Urinary incontinence treatment.
  • Laparoscopic surgery.
  • Breast surgery.
  • Consultation on contraception.

Professional Career

  • 1984 - 1988 Senior Physician, Department of Gynecology, Cantonal Hospital Aarau.
  • 1981 - 1984 Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Basel.
  • 1980 - 1981 Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Bruderholz.
  • 1978 - 1980 Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital Basel.

Education

  • 1978 State Exam, University of Basel.
  • 1971 - 1978 Study of Human Medicine, University of Basel.

Memberships in Professional Societies

  • Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
  • Swiss Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (SGGG).
  • Swiss Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (SGUM).
  • Swiss Society for Fertility, Sterility and Family Planning (SGFSG).
  • Swiss Working Group on Laser Surgery.
  • Academy for Professional Retraining of the Swiss Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (SGGG).

Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG


About hospital

The Hirslanden Clinic Aarau enjoys the status of one of the largest and most successful private medical facilities in Bern and Zurich. The clinic is part of the Hirslanden Network known in Europe, which is a provider of first-class medical services in Switzerland. 

The main areas of specialization of the clinic in Aarau include cardiology, cardiac surgery, abdominal surgery, urology, oncology, neurosurgery, spinal surgery and orthopedics. The Department of Obstetrics annually delivers more than 700 babies. The high professionalism of the clinic’s medical staff, as well as the excellent technical base, make it possible to successfully cure not only common pathologies, but also very complex clinical cases.

All efforts of doctors and nursing staff of the clinic are focused on meeting the needs of patients and best possible restoration of their health. The work with patients is based on an individual approach to each clinical situation. The clinic has 155 beds for inpatient treatment. The surgical treatment is provided in 7 operating rooms with all the necessary surgical instruments, computer monitoring systems, navigation devices, robot-assisted systems for sparing laparoscopic operations.

Since 2010, the clinic introduced a unified quality management system, which includes all clinics in the Hirslanden Network. The clinical performance indicators and patient reviews are provided in the annual reports available to all those who want to see them. At the moment, the clinic rating is 8.9 out of 10 possible points – based on patient reviews. The clinic is also the first and only health facility in the canton of Aargau, which medical services were certified in accordance with the new ISO 2016 standards.

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Accommodation in hospital

Patients rooms

The patients of the Hirslanden Clinic Aarau live in cozy rooms equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay in the hospital. Each patient room has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The standard patient room includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe with lockers for storing personal belongings, a hairdryer, a table and chairs for receiving visitors, a TV and a radio. The patient rooms also have Wi-Fi access. If desired, the patients can live in enhanced-comfort patient rooms, which are additionally equipped 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.

Hospital accommodation

During the outpatient program, you can live in a hotel at the clinic.

Hotel

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