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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Diagnostics in Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern

Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern

Bern, Switzerland
Program id # 609018
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Prof. Dr. med. Bernhard Voller
Department of Adult and Pediatric Neurology
Specialized in: adult and pediatric neurology
Specialization Curriculum vitae

The program includes:

  • Initial presentation in the clinic
  • clinical history taking
  • review of medical records
  • physical examination
  • neurological examination
  • laboratory tests:
    • complete blood count
    • biochemical blood test
    • inflammation markers (CRP, ESR)
    • blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
    • hormone test (TSH)
    • HIV antibodies
    • Wassermann test
  • myelography
  • CT/ MRI (if indicated clinically,
    additional cost is 650/1200 €)
  • cerebrospinal fluid examination
    (if indicated clinically, additional cost is 1800 €)
  • muscle biopsy with histological study
    (if indicated clinically, additional cost is 2000 €)
  • molecular genetic analysis (if indicated clinically)
  • nursing services
  • treatment by chief physician and all leading experts
  • explanation of future recommendations

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  • Medical records
  • Brain MRI (if available)

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About the department

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Neurology at the Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern offers all the options of modern diagnostics and conservative treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The department deals with the treatment of patients of various age groups, ranging from young children to adults and elderly patients. The department is headed by Prof. Dr. med. Bernhard Voller.

The clinical practice involves the use of advanced diagnostic systems for the comprehensive assessment of the condition and functions of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles. In particular, these include recording of evoked potentials, electroencephalography, electroneuromyography, electromyography, neuropsychological examinations, lumbar puncture and cerebrospinal fluid analysis, ultrasound scanning of the head and neck vessels, MRI and other diagnostic examinations. The department also specializes in electroencephalography and electrophysiological examinations in children.

The department's specialists develop effective treatment regimens, which combine drug treatment, electrical stimulation, therapeutic massages, physiotherapy, etc. The therapy is prescribed individually, taking into account the needs and wishes of patients.

The medical service range of the department includes the diagnostics and treatment of the following neurological diseases:

  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
  • Spinal disc herniation
  • Dementia
  • Dystonia
  • Epilepsy
  • Essential tremor
  • Hemifacial spasm
  • Intracerebral hemorrhage
  • Meningitis
  • Brain tumors
  • Idiopathic facial paralysis
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Migraines and tension headaches
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Myasthenia gravis
  • Neuroborreliosis
  • Polyneuropathy
  • Paraplegia and spinal cord diseases
  • Restless legs syndrome
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Stroke
  • Trigeminal neuralgia
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Neurological diseases in children
    • Epilepsy
    • Headaches and backaches
    • Movement disorders (for example, cerebral palsy)
    • Malformations of the brain and spinal cord
    • Impaired psycho-emotional development
  • Other neurological pathologies

Curriculum vitae

Clinical Interests

  • Movement disorders (Parkinson's disease, essential tremor).
  • Botulinum toxin treatment (dystonia, head tremor, spasticity).
  • Dizziness.
  • Diseases of the peripheral nerves and muscles.
  • Epilepsy.
  • Headaches.

Qualifications

  • 2015 Certificate of Competence in Electroencephalography, Austrian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (ÖGKN) and Swiss Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (SGKN).
  • 2006 Board certification in Neurology, Swiss Medical Association (FMH).
  • 2006 Habilitation in Neurological (PD).
  • 1998 Certificate of Competency in Electroneuromyography, Austrian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (ÖGKN) and Swiss Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (SGKN).

Professional Career

  • 2006 - 2015 Head of the Department of Neurology, University Hospital Vienna.
  • 2009 - 2015 Private Neurological Practice in Vienna.
  • 2004 - 2006 Work in the Department of Neurology, University Hospital Vienna.
  • 2002 - 2004 and 2011 - 2012 Research on Dystonia, Tremors and Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
  • 1998 - 2001 Work in the Department of Neurology, Department of Internal Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital Vienna.
  • 1997 - 1998 Work in the Department of Neurology, Landeskrankenhaus Hochzirl.
  • 1995 - 1997 Work in the Department of Neurology, University Hospital Innsbruck.

Memberships in Professional Societies

  • Swiss Neurological Society (SNG).
  • Austrian Society of Neurology (ÖGN).
  • Austrian Parkinson’s Disease Society (ÖGP), Board Member.
  • Austrian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (ÖGKN).
  • Austrian Society of Neurorehabilitation (ÖGNR), Board Member.
  • Vienna Association for Psychiatry and Neurology (Former Secretary).
  • International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS).
  • American Academy of Neurology (AAN).
  • World Federation for NeuroRehabilitation (WFNR).

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.