The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- urological examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- tumor marker
- ultrasound of the urogenital system
- CT/MRI of the abdomen and pelvis
- preoperative care
- laparoscopic nephrectomy and ureterectomy
- histologically and immunohistochemically
examination of the remote tissues - symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- 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 Urology at the Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva offers the full range of medical services in this medical field and specializes in the prevention, diagnostics and treatment of genital diseases in men. In addition, the department’s area of competence includes the treatment of kidney and bladder pathologies in men and women. The department is headed by Dr. med. Alessandro Caviezel.
Depending on the specific clinical situation, the urologists of the department provide both conservative and surgical treatment. The medical facility is proud of its excellent infrastructure and advanced medical equipment, which, combined with the wealth of experience and professionalism of doctors, guarantees high-quality medical care.
The main clinical activities of the department include:
- Diagnostics and treatment of oncopathologies of the male genital organs
- Prostate cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Penile cancer
- Diagnostics and treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia
- Diagnostics and treatment of kidney diseases (kidney cancer, kidney stone disease, etc.)
- Diagnostics and treatment of bladder diseases
- Diagnostics and treatment of ureteral diseases
- Diagnostics and treatment of infectious diseases of the genitourinary tract in men
- Diagnostics and treatment of andrological problems
- Diagnostics and treatment of other urologic diseases
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.