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
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- neurological examination
- CT/MRI scan
- neuropsychological tests (on indications):
- ENMG (electroneuromyography)
- EEG (electroencephalography)
- SEPs (somatosensory evoked potentials)
- VEPs (visually evoked potentials)
- BAEP tests (brainstem auditory evoked potential)
- preoperative care
- neuronavigation-assisted surgical removal
(resection) of spinal astrocytoma - histologically and immunohistochemically
examination of the remote tissues - blood transfusions (if needed)
- 1-day intensive care unit stay
- 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
Neurosurgery is an extremely high-precision branch of medicine, with the expertise and excellent tools being the basic condition for achieving optimal results. Neurosurgeon uses minimally invasive processes that reduce pain and hospital stay, as well as provides direct accompanying treatment.
Neurosurgery deals with surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. For the convenience of our patients, and to provide the most effective treatment, we offer a modern infrastructure, long-term experience of neurosurgeons, as well as our own techniques enabling the neurosurgeon to use modern operating methods in a more competent way. The interdisciplinary approach and great opportunities ensured by the collegial exchange of opinions ensure quality service to patients in Eastern Switzerland as well.
Curriculum vitae
2009 – 2010 Oberarzt, Klinik für Neurochirurgie, Kantonsspital Winterthur
2008 – 2009 Praxis Dr. med. W. Morgenstern, Wirbelsäulenchirurgie und Schmerztherapie, Uster
2008 Oberarzt i.V., Abteilung für Spinale Neurochirurgie, Westpfalzklinikum Kaiserslautern
2005 – 2007 Neurochirurgische Klinik, Kantonsspital Aarau
2004 – 2005 Wirbelsäulen- und Rückenmarkschirurgie, Spine Unit, Schulthess Klinik in Zürich
2002 Promotion an der medizinischen Universität zu Lübeck; Dissertation: Endoskopischer Einsatz des Water-Jet-Dissektors im Hirnkammersystem - eine experimentelle Studie
2001 – 2004 Klinik für Neurochirurgie, Kantonsspital St.Gallen
1992 – 2000 Hochschulstudium für Humanmedizin an der medizinischen Universität zu Lübeck
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.