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 at the Hirslanden Clinic am Rosenberg Heiden offers the high-precision diagnostics, modern conservative and surgical treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The main areas of specialization cover medical care for diseases and injuries of the hip, knee and shoulder, as well as sports injuries. The operating rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art devices for minimally invasive interventions. Particular attention is also paid to postoperative patient care aimed at the speedy restoration of mobility and the elimination of pain. The Chief Physician of the department is Dr. med. Andreas Bischof.
The department’s spectrum of medical services includes:
- Diagnostics and treatment of shoulder diseases
- Arthroscopic interventions for shoulder impingement syndrome
- Arthroscopic and open interventions for shoulder instability
- Arthroscopic and open rotator cuff reconstruction
- Interventions for calcification of the forearm and biceps brachii tendon lesions
- Shoulder replacement surgery (implantation of inverse and anatomical shoulder prostheses)
- Shoulder fracture treatment
- Diagnostics and treatment of hip diseases
- Hip replacement surgery (total)
- Revision interventions to replace previously implanted hip prostheses
- Joint-preserving surgery for hip impingement syndrome or articular lip lesions
- Hip fracture treatment
- Diagnostics and treatment of knee diseases
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Meniscal surgery
- Operations on the anterior and posterior cruciate ligament
- Microfracture surgery
- Open joint-preserving surgery
- Lateral ligament surgery
- Treatment of patellar lesions
- Treatment of cartilage defects using the AMIC technique
- Partial and total knee replacement surgery
- Revision interventions to replace previously implanted knee prostheses
- Knee fracture treatment
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Other therapeutic services
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- 1981 State Examination in Medicine, University of Basel.
- 1981 - 1983 Work in the Department of Surgery at the Spital Rorschach.
- 1984 - 1987 Work in the Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen.
- 1987 - 1991 Work at the Schulthessklinik in Zurich.
- 1991 - 2018 Jint Orthopaedic Practice Rosenberg.
- Since 2018 Private Orthopaedic Practice Orthopädie Ost.
Clinical Interests
- Shoulder surgery.
- Sports orthopedics.
- Trauma surgery.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and Elbow (SECEC).
- German-speaking Working Group on Arthroscopy (AGA).
- Swiss Society of Sports Medicine.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG
About hospital
The Hirslanden Clinic am Rosenberg Heiden is a leading private medical facility with exceptional competence in the diagnostics and treatment of the entire spectrum of diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The patients can benefit from the services of the highly qualified doctors and attentive nursing staff who are focused on the health and safety of each patient.
The clinic can be proud of advanced medical technologies, since it uses innovative treatment methods that are available only in the best medical centers in Europe. The clinic has 5 excellently equipped operating rooms, which allows for surgical manipulations of any degree of complexity.
The clinic annually provides treatment to more than 2,400 inpatients. The doctors at the clinic work in interdisciplinary collaboration, which guarantees an effective result. Each patient receives an individual treatment regimen, taking into account the features of the course of the disease, individual clinical indicators, age, overall health.
Since 2010, the medical complex has been implementing a strict quality management system for medical service control. Every year, the clinic openly publishes success indicators of its clinical activities, which contributes to a serious competition with other medical facilities in Switzerland and Europe. Since 2008, the clinic has also been certified according to ISO 9001 standards for the outstanding quality of medical services.
A pleasant bonus for the patients will be the location of the clinic in a picturesque hilly area with beautiful views of Lake Constance.
Photo: (с) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Hirslanden Clinic am Rosenberg Heiden live in bright and comfortable rooms, with all the amenities for a comfortable stay. The standard patient room includes an automatically adjustable bed with an orthopedic mattress, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a table and chairs for receiving visitors, a TV. It is possible to connect to Wi-Fi. Each patient room has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. If desired, patients can live in enhanced-comfort 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:
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.