Duodenal cancer diagnosis in Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern
Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern
Bern, Switzerland
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608151
Dr. med. Beat Bigler
Department of Gastroenterology
Specialized in: gastroenterology The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical blood test
- tumor markers (AFP, CEA, СА-19-9, CA 72-4)
- inflammation markers (CRP, ESR)
- blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- ultrasound of the abdomen
- gastroscopy (with H.pylori test)
- biopsy with histological and immunohistochemical study (if clinically indicated, additional cost is 2500€)
- CT/MRI of the abdomen (if clinically indicated, additional cost is 650/1200€)
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists (tumor board)
- treatment by chief physician and all leading experts
- explanation of individual treatment plan
Required documents
- Medical records
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), MRI/CT scan (not older than 3 months)
- Biopsy results (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Gastroenterology at the Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services in the area of its specialization. The team of the department's doctors has extensive experience and deep professional knowledge in the treatment of gastrointestinal diseases. The department is headed by Dr. med. Beat Bigler.
The important attention is paid to both prevention and treatment of digestive cancer, especially colon cancer. In addition, the focus of clinical practice is on patients with chronic inflammatory bowel diseases – Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. To provide comprehensive treatment, the gastroenterologists cooperate closely with the Department of General and Abdominal Surgery.
The department's range of medical services includes:
- Ultrasound examination of the abdominal organs
- Gastroscopy (examination of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum), including biopsy during the examination
- Colonoscopy (assessment of the internal surface of the colon using endoscope)
- Rectoscopy (endoscopic examination of the lower gastrointestinal tract)
- Proctoscopy (instrumental examination of the rectum and anus)
- Capsule endoscopy (innovative method for examination of the gastrointestinal tract using miniature video capsule)
- Therapeutic endoscopic procedures (for example, removal of intestinal polyps)
- Breath tests for detection of fructose and lactose intolerance.
- Nutrition counseling
- Other diagnostic and therapeutic options
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- July 2015 Start of work in private practice in Bern.
- October 2009 - March 2015 Senior Physician, Department of Gastroenterology, SpitalNetz Bern Tiefenau.
- March 2009 - September 2009 Senior Physician and Deputy Head of the Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital Bern.
- October 2007 - February 2009 Assistant Physician, Department of Gastroenterology, University Hospital Bern.
- 2007 Senior Physician, Department of Internal Medicine, Rorschach Hospital (with rotation in Gastroenterology at the Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen).
- 2006 Assistant Physician, Department of Gastroenterology, Cantonal Hospital St. Gallen.
- December 2004 - December 2005 Research Fellow in the Department of Gastroenterology at the University Hospital Bern, as well as Senior Physician in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Spital Zweisimmen.
- 2004 Work in Private Practice specializing in Internal Medicine (Dr. med. L. Hochuli), Moosseedorf, Switzerland.
- 2001 - 2004 Assistant Physician, Department of Internal Medicine, Spitalzentrum Biel.
- 2001 Assistant Physician in Gerontopsychiatry, Psychiatric Center Münsingen.
- 2000 Work in Private Practice specializing in Internal Medicine (Platz-Arzt BEA-Expo Bern), as well as Assistant Physician in the Department of Otolaryngology at the University Hospital Bern.
- 1998 - 2000 Assistant Physician, Department of Internal Medicine and Department of Surgery at the Bezirksspital Wattenwil.
Higher Education and Postgraduate Training
- 2013 Certificate of competence in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography.
- 2010 Board certification in Gastroenterology, Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
- 2007 Board certification in Internal Medicine, Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
- 1991 - 1997 Study of Human Medicine at the University of Bern.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- Swiss Society of Gastroenterology (SSG).
- Swiss Society of General Internal Medicine (SGIM).
- Swiss Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (SGUM).
- Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
- Medical Society of the Canton Bern (BEKAG).
- Swiss Association of Medical Assistants and Senior Physicians (VSAO).
Photo of the doctor: (c) Hirslanden AG
About hospital
The Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern enjoys the status of a modern medical facility, which work is based on the highest medical standards, a humane and respectful attitude towards patients. The history of the health facility began back in 1888, when it functioned with the assistance of the Deaconess Foundation. In 2002, the hospital became part of the well-known Network of Swiss Hirslanden Medical Centers, which diagnose and treat patients in all fields of modern medicine. The Hirslanden Network has 18 clinics across the country. The hospital has 163 beds for the hospitalization of patients. The medical complex also includes 7 high-tech operating rooms and 4 excellently equipped delivery rooms.
The hospital’s key areas of specialization are orthopedics and traumatology, spinal surgery, gynecology and obstetrics.
The quality of medical services is monitored through an effective quality management system. Since 2010, the hospital regularly openly publishes all indicators of clinical activities, which helps to increase patient confidence.
The hospital is located in the central and at the same time quiet part of the beautiful Swiss city of Bern. The windows of the patient's rooms overlook the beautiful views of the Old City and fascinating alpine landscapes. The medical institution is also proud of its own spacious garden where one can stroll along the pond, relax and gain strength. All these details, combined with the excellent quality of medical service, guarantee the best treatment results and comfort.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern live in comfortable rooms made in a modern design. Each patient room has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The standard patient room includes an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a table, a chair, an armchair, a TV and a telephone. If desired, one can connect to Wi-Fi. The hospital also offers accommodation in the enhanced-comfort patient wards, which are additionally equipped 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:
Toilet
Shower
Wi-Fi
TV
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.
