The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory test:
- lipid profile
- Fasting glucose and HbA1c
- thyroid function test
- BMI calculation
- ultrasound of the abdomen
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- consultation of the chief physician and all leading experts
- development of individual treatment plan
- written statement
Required documents
- Medical records
Service
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About the department
Obesity, i.e. the expressed excessive weight resulting from the increased content of internal fat, has recently become the more common medical problem in our society. Weight-reducing treatment requires an integrated approach, interdisciplinary and multi-professional cooperation.
Obesity can contribute to development of many different diseases, e.g., diabetes, heart stroke, pain in joints, as well as different types of cancer. Moreover, obese patients often suffer from mental problems, partly caused by the obesity problem. Weight-reducing treatment is one of our specialization areas. Our experienced professionals advise their patients on nutrition issues and help them develop an optimal diet. Physiotherapist of our training center will help improve physical fitness and bring the body back in order. If following the advice of nutritionists and physical therapists can’t bring you a desired improvement of health, you will be offered a variety of surgical procedures, such as gastric bypass, vertical gastrectomy using laparoscopic techniques with the maximum level of safety. Before operating on a patient with obesity (bariatric surgery), our specialists always perform a thorough diagnosis of his/her health as agreed with the family doctor. Then, the patient is included into a structured rehabilitation program.
Curriculum vitae
2009 – 2013 Oberarzt Klinik für Chirurgie, Kantonsspital St.Gallen
2008 – 2008 Oberassistenzarzt Klinik für Chirurgie, Kantonsspital St.Gallen
2006 – 2007 Oberarzt Klinik für Chirurgie, Kantonsspital Münsterlingen
2005 – 2005 Assistenzarzt Klinik für Chirurgie, Kantonsspital Münsterlingen
2003 – 2004 Assistenzarzt Chirurgische Intensivstation Kantonsspital St.Gallen
2001 – 2004 Assistenzarzt Klinik für Chirurgie, Kantonsspital St.Gallen
2000 – 2001 Assistenzarzt Klinik für Chirurgie, Spital Wetzikon
Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG
About hospital
Today, many people prefer healthcare in Europe, for example, in Switzerland. Medical infrastructure and a wide range of medical services in Swiss clinics, including Klinik Stephanshorn, provide optimal medical services. Our clinic offers exactly the treatment that meets all the parameters and the individual needs of the patient. Healthcare in Europe is known for its high quality, therefore, in order to ensure the best medical care for our patients, the clinic cooperates exclusively with experienced professionals and practitioners who rent beds in the hospital. The advantage of free medical practitioners system is that the patient may choose his/her personal doctor.
Free medical practitioners perform surgeries in the clinic, as well as all the necessary procedures for the treatment of inpatients and outpatients. In addition, these doctors work in their own consultation rooms. Close cooperation with our accredited free medical practitioners in the competent centers gives an opportunity to provide even more comprehensive medical care for the benefits of our patients. Thus, you can take advantage of a whole range of high-quality health services that can meet a wide variety of needs. At your request, we will be happy to advise you on matters of choice of a qualified physician or other specified specialist.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
Each room in the clinic has modern, comfortable bathrooms (with a toilet, a wash stand and a shower). A hair dryer can also be found in every room. There is soap and terry towelling that can be replaced daily upon request. A direct dial phone and radio and TV power buttons are next to the bed. The Internet connection can be set up upon request.
The clinic offers single and double rooms. If you choose a single room, an accompanying person will be able to stay with you. A double room is shared with a patient of the same gender.
The enhanced comfort rooms are equipped with a safety box, a fridge 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
Christian priests are available for the patients at any time. Representatives of other religions may be requested at any time.
Accompanying person
Your companion may stay with you in your room or at a hotel of your choice during the fixed program.
Hotel
You may stay at the hotel during the outpatient program. Our employees will support you for selecting the best option.