The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- general clinical examination
- X-ray of the hand and forearm
- neurological examination
- electromyography
- electrophysiology study
- nursing services
- treatment by leading experts
- elaboration of individual treatment plan
Required documents
- Medical records
- Electroneuromyography (ENMG) (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Adult and Pediatric Hand Surgery, Wrist Surgery at the Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva offers the full range of services for the treatment of diseases and injuries of the hand, wrist. The department is headed by Dr. med. Thierry Glauser.
The department includes an Emergency Unit operating around the clock, 6 ultra-modern operating rooms fitted out with equipment for inpatient and outpatient interventions, a Section of Radiology (MRI, CT scan, ultrasound, radiography), a Center for Physiotherapy and Ergotherapy with a pool and a gym with special rehabilitation stimulators. The department’s team of doctors deals with the treatment of patients of all age groups – from young children to the elderly.
The department specializes in the provision of diagnostic, therapeutic and rehabilitation services for such diseases:
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Trigger fingers
- Rhizarthrosis (osteoarthritis)
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Sudeck's atrophy
- Hand sports injuries
- Professional hand diseases in musicians
- Other diseases and injuries
The therapeutic options of the department include:
- Hand ligament reconstruction
- Wrist arthroscopy
- Prosthetics of the finger joints
- Microsurgery and replantation surgery of the upper extremities
- Rehabilitation measures, including ergotherapy
- Other treatment methods
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- Training in Abdominal, Pediatric, Thoracic, Cardiac, Urological and Orthopedic Surgery at the University Hospital Geneva.
- Pediatric and Neonatology Surgery, Hôpital Necker, Paris, then University Hospital Geneva.
- Training in General Surgery and Traumatology at the Hôpital Intercantonal de la Broye-Payerne.
- Trainings in Microsurgery and Hand Reconstructive Surgery, Peripheral Nerve Surgery at the University Hospital Geneva.
- Former Deputy Head of the Department of Hand Surgery at the University Hospital Geneva.
- Former Head of the Department of Hand Surgery at the University Hospital Geneva.
- Consultant Physician, Department of Hand Surgery at the University Hospital Geneva.
- Doctorate in Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva (1998).
Clinical Interests
- Wrist arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction.
- Compression syndromes and peripheral nerve damage.
- Tendon transfers and functional reanimation after paralysis.
- Prosthetic surgery of the wrist, thumb and fingers.
Research Interests
- Arthroscopy in the early treatment of wrist ligament injuries.
- New techniques of arthroscopic treatment for wrist cysts.
- Benefits of the treatment by palmar plate for complex wrist fractures.
- Treatment of chronic wrist pain by microsurgical denervation.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- Swiss Society of Surgery.
- Swiss Medical Association.
- Geneva Medical Association.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG
About hospital
The Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva is a multidisciplinary medical facility, where the patient will benefit from an impeccable quality of medical service, responsive care and a humane attitude. The clinic provides both inpatient treatment and outpatient care. There are 67 beds available for hospitalization. The basis of successful clinical practice is the advanced infrastructure, high-tech equipment and carefully selected medical personnel with impressive competencies and rich experience.
The clinic has 6 ultramodern operating rooms with all the necessary conditions for robot-assisted and endoscopic interventions, as well as classic open operations. The clinic’s infrastructure is complemented by a progressive Department of Radiology, Unilabs Laboratory, as well as a Department of Physiotherapy.
The competence of the clinic covers more than 30 fields of modern medicine, in which patients can receive consultations, undergo accurate diagnostics, effective treatment and follow-up care. In some areas of specialization, the medical complex has gained special recognition and excellent reputation in the international medical arena. In particular, these areas include abdominal surgery, orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery. The clinic also offers check-up programs that can be adapted to the individual needs of patients.
A feature of the medical complex is the presence of a specialized Center for Sports Medicine and Physical Training, which has received recognition from the Swiss Olympic Committee. The center offers individual medical programs for young or experienced athletes, as well as for active people and those who need recovery from sports injuries.
Thus, the clinic has all the necessary resources to provide quality medical services in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere. In addition, the medical facility is proud of its convenient location. It is 5 minutes from the city center, 20 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from Geneva Cornavin train station.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the the Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva live in comfortable rooms made in light colors and modern design. Each patient room has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The standard patient room includes an automatically adjustable bed with a comfortable orthopedic mattress, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a table and chairs for receiving visitors, a TV. If desired, one can connect to Wi-Fi. The clinic also provides enhanced-comfort rooms 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 room or at a hotel. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.
Hotel
During the outpatient program, the patient may stay at the hotel. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.