The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- dermatological skin examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation markers (CRP, ESR)
- test for bacterial and fungal culture
- sebum secretion analysis
- differential diagnosis with other diseases of the skin
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- treatment by chief physician and all leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
Required documents
- Medical records
- Photo of the affected area(s) from different angles
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About the department
The Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology at the Hirslanden Clinic Meggen offers the full range of state-of-the-art diagnostic examinations and therapeutic procedures for the treatment of various skin conditions. In clinical practice, conservative treatment methods, surgical interventions and effective treatment using the advanced laser systems are successfully applied. The department also specializes in the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases. In addition, the department has a specialized Lipedema Center. The center deals with the treatment of lipedema – a disease, which is characterized by an abnormal distribution of adipose tissue. The department's medical team is distinguished by exceptional competence in the area of its specialization and individual approach to each clinical case. The department is headed by Dr. med. Jörg-Ulrich Fechner.
The treatment of skin cancer, allergic reactions with skin manifestations and chronic skin pathologies, such as vitiligo, psoriasis and eczema, is of particular interest to the department's dermatologists. Today, skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancers, and therefore the department offers all measures aimed at the prevention and early detection of oncology. The diagnostic examination consists of a dermatoscopy, an assessment of the skin condition using the Dermogenius® computer system and an assessment of the condition of nevi using a special digital device. The department has a modern Nevisense® device for removal of nevi. Should cancer be detected, the doctor will develop an individual treatment regimen for the patient, taking into account his clinical indications, the stage of the disease, the localization of the tumor, etc. The main therapeutic options include sparing surgery, photodynamic therapy and laser treatments. For the treatment of certain types of tumors, the department's doctors use exclusively conservative treatments, which demonstrate excellent results. The benign skin neoplasms are mainly treated with laser systems and do not require any surgical interventions.
The department performs the full range of tests to detect allergic reactions, including allergies to pollen (allergic rhinitis), pets, mold, house dust mites, food allergies, drug allergies, contact allergies, etc. To accurately detect a particular allergy, the doctors conduct prick tests, scratch tests, intracutaneous and epicutaneous tests, provocative tests, radioallergosorbent tests and other tests. The doctors have long experience in the treatment of allergies with hyposensitization. The therapy is aimed at reducing sensitivity to allergen and preventing exacerbations of the pathology.
The department also offers modern methods of aesthetic dermatology. The range of cosmetic procedures includes Botox and filler injections for rejuvenation and correction of skin imperfections, as well as improvement of skin condition using laser devices, ultrasound and radio frequency methods. The department's specialists carry out microfoam sclerotherapy for removal of spider veins and reticular veins. In rare cases, laser technologies are also used to solve these problems. If desired, patients can undergo body contouring procedures using non-surgical cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting®), as well as the procedures for removal of adipose tissue using lipolysis injections. The specialists in the field of aesthetic dermatology perform many effective procedures for skin rejuvenation, including DermaDrop®, peels, Carboxytherapy, etc.
The department's range of medical services includes:
- General dermatology
- Diagnostics and treatment of acne
- Diagnostics and treatment of allergic skin reactions
- Diagnostics and treatment of alopecia (hair loss)
- Prevention, diagnostics, treatment and follow-up monitoring of patients with benign and malignant skin tumors
- Diagnostics and treatment of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- Diagnostics and treatment of nail diseases
- Diagnostics and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases
- Dermatosurgery
- Skin tumor surgery
- Upper eyelid lift in the case of blepharochalasis (drooping eyelid)
- Surgical body contouring with liposuction
- Surgical treatment of lipedema with liposuction
- Suction curettage of the sweat glands in axillary hyperhidrosis
- Aesthetic dermatology
- Non-surgical formation of body relief
- Cryolipolysis CoolSculpting®
- Injection lipolysis
- Tumescent liposuction
- Anti-aging therapy
- Treatment of spider veins, reticular veins, vascular nevi
- Treatment of age spots
- Removal of unwanted body hair
- Removal of tattoos and permanent makeup
- Treatment of wrinkles
- Filler injections
- Radiofrequency therapy
- High-intensity focused ultrasound therapy
- Fractional laser therapy
- Intense pulsed light (IPL)
- Photodynamic therapy
- Skin rejuvenation
- DermaDrop® procedure
- Peeling
- Carboxy therapy
- Scar revision
- Non-surgical formation of body relief
- Laser dermatology
- Alexandrite laser treatment
- Diode laser treatment
- Fractional non-ablative laser treatment
- Er:YAG erbium laser treatment
- Dye laser treatment
- Intense pulsed light (IPL)
- Ruby laser treatment
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- Since 2006 Chief Physician of the Department of Dermatology, Allergology and Venereology at the Hirslanden Clinic Meggen.
- 2006 Work in the Private Clinic of Dr. Würsch in Zurich.
- 1996 - 2005 Work in Dermatology and Allergology in the clinics in Wuppertal.
- 1994 - 1996 Acting Head of the Department and Medical Consultant of the Solingen Municipal Hospital.
- 1993 - 1996 Assistant Physician, Ferdinand Sauerbruch Hospital, Wuppertal.
- 1991 - 1993 Assistant Physician in the Private Clinic of Dr. Budde, Duisburg.
- 1990 - 1991 Invited Physician, Department of Dermatology, Ealing Hospital at the University of London.
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- 2004 Additional qualification in Laser Dermatology.
- 1996 Board certification in Dermatology and Venereology.
- 1996 Additional qualification in Allergology.
- 1991 Doctoral Degree in Medicine.
- 1990 State Examination in Medicine.
Clinical Interests
- Conservative and surgical dermatology – treatment of the full range of dermatological and sexually transmitted diseases, including computer digital screening for skin cancer and hair analysis.
- Allergology.
- Pediatric dermatology.
- Laser treatment of skin pathologies.
- Cosmetic dermatology.
- Anti-aging medicine.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
- Swiss Society of Dermatology and Venereology (SGDV).
- Swiss Association of Medical Assistants and Senior Physicians (VSAO).
- Zurich Dermatologists Association (ZDG).
- German Dermatological Society (DDG).
- German Academy of Dermatology (DDA).
Photo of the doctor: (с) Hirslanden Clinic Meggen
About hospital
The Hirslanden Clinic Meggen is a modern multidisciplinary medical facility in Switzerland, where the patient receives top-class medical care according to his individual needs and wishes. Since 2014, the clinic has been part of the prestigious Hirslanden Private Hospital Group, which has an excellent reputation in Switzerland and in many other countries of the world. The cutting-edge medical technologies, the highest quality of treatment, the advanced experience of doctors and nurses at the clinic form a solid basis for successful treatment of both common diseases and rare pathologies, including especially complex clinical cases. The specialists of the clinic admit more than 1,000 inpatients, and also provide their medical services to more than 7,000 outpatients annually.
The specialization of the clinic covers many branches of modern medicine, including general surgery, vascular surgery, hand surgery, maxillofacial surgery, dermatology, gynecology and obstetrics, otolaryngology, ophthalmology, orthopedics and traumatology, urology and others. Each of them is represented by a competent team of doctors who have rich clinical experience, regularly improve their skills undergoing advanced training courses, and also provide medical care according to the latest clinical protocols.
For more than 10 years, the clinic has been implementing the quality control system, which is unified for all medical centers of the Hirslanden Private Hospital Group. This system serves for the assessment of the quality of medical services and the safety of treatment. As part of the monitoring, data on the treatment success rates of the clinic are published annually, which give the patient the opportunity to make sure of the reliability and efficiency of medical service even before contacting the clinic.
An important role is also played by the pleasant and friendly atmosphere, which prevails in the clinic. The attending physicians make every effort to establish contact with the patient, surround him with care and make the stay in the clinic as comfortable as possible. During the medical consultations, patients receive comprehensive information about possible treatment options for their disease. Medical specialists practice an individualized approach, so each treatment regimen is unique and aimed at achieving the optimal result for a particular patient.
Photo: (с) Hirslanden Clinic Meggen, (c) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Hirslanden Clinic Meggen live in cozy rooms with excellent layout and modern design. The standard patient rooms are equipped with a comfortable automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a table and chairs for receiving visitors, a wardrobe for storing personal belongings. The patient room also has a TV, a telephone and Wi-Fi. Each patient room includes an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet.
Meals and Menus
The patient and the accompanying person are offered tasty and balanced three meals a day. If for some reason you do not eat all foods, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your food preferences prior to treatment.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Religion
Religious services can be provided upon request.
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, the accompanying person can live with the patient in a patient room or a hotel of his choice. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.
Hotel
During an outpatient program, the patient can stay at the hotel of his choice. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.