The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical blood test
- general urine analysis
- tumor markers
- inflammation markers (CRP, ESR)
- blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- ultrasound of the abdomen
- CT/MRI of chest and abdomen (if clinically indicated, additional cost is 650/1200€)
- gastroscopy with biopsy
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- treatment by chief physician and all leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
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 Gastroenterology at the Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva offers all the options of modern medicine for the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The department admits patients with diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, liver, pancreas and gallbladder. The department employs highly skilled gastroenterologists who work for the benefit of patients and have at their disposal advanced medical equipment to timely detect the slightest pathological changes in the anatomical structures of the gastrointestinal tract. The Chief Physician of the department is Dr. med. David Bertolini.
The department's range of medical services includes:
- Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy (gastroscopy, colonoscopy)
- Diagnostics, monitoring and treatment of esophageal diseases (gastroesophageal reflux disease, Barrett's esophagus)
- Screening, diagnostics and treatment of benign and malignant colon tumors
- Diagnostics of motor and functional gastrointestinal disorders using high-resolution imaging equipment
- Esophageal manometry
- Anorectal manometry
- Esophageal impedance pH monitoring
- Capsule endoscopy
- Modern endoscopic imaging techniques (for example, chromoendoscopy)
- Endoscopic resection of the mucous membrane of various sections of the gastrointestinal tract
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
- Endosonography (staging, examining the pancreas and gallbladder, diagnostic puncture for injuries of the abdomen and mediastinal organs)
- Small intestine examination (balloon enteroscopy, capsule endoscopy)
- Treatment of esophageal, stomach and colon diseases with the help of prosthetics of their separate regions
- Other diagnostic and therapeutic options
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- Work at the Cantonal Hospital Geneva.
- Work at the Hôpital Saint-Luc in Brussels.
- Work at the University Hospital Lausanne.
- Internship at Cedars Sinai Medical Center (Interventional Endoscopy), Los Angeles, USA.
- Internship at the California Pacific Medical Center (Interventional Endoscopy), San Francisco, USA.
- Since 2011 Work in the Department of Gastroenterology at the Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva.
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.