The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- tumor markers
- inflammation indicators
- indicators blood coagulation
- pelvic and abdominal ultrasound
- preoperative care
- ureteral resection with anastomosis
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
- MRI/CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Urology at the Hirslanden Clinic Permanence Bern offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the kidneys, bladder and urethra, as well as of the prostate and external genital organs in men. The department’s tasks also include preventive medical examinations and urological consultations on various issues. The Chief Physician of the department is Dr. med. Joseph Arnold Eigenmann.
An important role in clinical practice is given to the treatment of kidney, bladder and prostate cancers. The department has excellent infrastructure, modern operating rooms with the innovative da Vinci robotic system, which, in combination with the unique clinical experience of urologists, creates all the conditions for achieving an optimal therapeutic result.
The department’s key areas of work include:
- Urologic oncology
- Surgical treatment of prostate, kidney and bladder tumors using the da Vinci surgical system
- Interdisciplinary treatment of prostate, kidney and bladder tumors
- Interdisciplinary treatment of tumors of the prostate, kidney, and bladder
- Urogynecology
- Diagnostics and treatment of urinary incontinence in men and women
- Reconstructive urology
- Artificial bladder formation (from the tissues of the small intestine)
- Artificial ureter formation
- Urethral reconstruction
- Endoscopic treatment of urologic diseases
- Endoscopic treatment of prostate diseases and bladder tumors
- Minimally invasive removal of kidney and ureteral stones
- General urology
- Treatment of urinary tract infections in men
- Preventive prostate examinations
- Identification of the causes of infertility
- Other medical services
Curriculum vitae
Education
- 1983 Doctorate, University of Zurich.
Professional Career
- 1983 - 1984 Work in the Department of Surgery at the Spital Flawil.
- 1984 - 1986 Work in the Department of Surgery at the Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen.
- 1986 - 1989 Work in the Department of Urology at the Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen.
- 1989 - 1993 Senior Physician, Department of Urology, Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen.
- 1990 Specialization in General and Surgical Urology, Swiss Medical Association.
- Since July 1993 Work in the Private Practice in Freiburg.
- Partner Physician, Spital Daler.
- Head of the Department of Urology at the Hirslanden Clinic Permanence Bern.
Teaching Activities
- Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Freiburg.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- Swiss Society of Urology.
- German Society of Urology.
- American Society of Urology.
- European Society of Urology.
Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG
About hospital
The Hirslanden Clinic Permanence Bern is a medical facility with an excellent technical base, modern infrastructure and extremely competent doctors who always put the health and satisfaction of the needs of their patients first. The clinic is part of the world-famous and reputable group of private clinics Hirslanden, which has been existing for more than 25 years and providing the highest standards in medicine and patient care.
A special focus of the medical center in Bern is the treatment of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system. The clinic employs an interdisciplinary team of doctors consisting of the experienced orthopedists, traumatologists and specialists in the field of sports medicine, who fruitfully work for the benefit of their patients. All treatment regimens are developed individually for each patient.
The clinic includes three high-tech operating rooms equipped with advanced systems for performing surgical interventions of varying complexity, ranging from non-extensive outpatient operations to complex surgical procedures within the clinic with follow-up care and recovery.
Since 2010, the clinic has a strict and transparent quality management system. Every year, the medical institution openly provides all the data on the necessary criteria, which contributes to a high credit of trust among patients.
The high-quality medical service of the clinic is complemented by the attentive attitude to the needs and wishes of patients, respect and humanity in relation to each patient and his clinical situation.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the the Hirslanden Clinic Permanence Bern live in cozy and comfortable rooms designed in bright colors. Each patient room has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The standard room furnishing includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe for storing personal belongings, a table and chairs for receiving visitors, a TV, a telephone. If desired, Wi-Fi can be connected. The clinic also offers accommodation in enhanced-comfort rooms, which additionally have 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.