The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- urological and gynecological examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- general urine analysis
- biochemical analysis of blood
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- indicators blood coagulation
- ultrasound pelvic
- MRI of the abdomen and pelvis
- cystoscopy with biopsy
- histological examination
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- preoperative care
- histologically and immunohistochemically
examination of the remote tissues - symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- explanation of future recommendations
Required documents
- Medical records
- Pelvic ultrasoud (if available)
- Pelvic MRI/CT scan (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Mammology at the Hirslanden Salem-Spital Bern offers the full range of services in these medical fields. The competence of the department covers the diagnostics and treatment of general gynecological diseases, oncopathologies of the female genital organs, benign changes in the breast, breast cancer, as well as the integrated management of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care. The diagnostics takes place in modern rooms fitted out with advanced equipment. If surgical treatment is necessary, the doctors use sparing surgical techniques that contribute to the speedy recovery of patients. The Chief Physician of the department is Dr. med. Markus Ammann.
The specialists in general gynecology admit outpatients with such complaints as urinary incontinence, pain and discomfort in the mammary glands, chronic pain in the lower abdomen, bleeding, ovarian cysts, uterine fibroids, disorders of the ovarian and menstrual cycle, changes in the female body during menopause, etc.
A special place in clinical practice is given to the diagnostics and treatment of malignant neoplasms of the female genitals. The doctors of the department have excellent qualifications in the treatment of breast, ovarian, uterine and cervical, vaginal and vulvar cancers. They also treat benign neoplasms, such as fibroids, ovarian cysts, benign uterine and vulvar tumors. To fight against oncopathologies, the department’s medical team uses the most effective treatment regimens, including tumor resection, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, laser therapy and other therapeutic options.
In the field of mammology, the department conducts a special screening program for the prevention and timely detection of breast cancer. To provide the comprehensive diagnostics of the breast, the doctors use the progressive mammography systems that can detect the slightest pathological changes. If mammography is not enough to establish a diagnosis, an additional MRI scan, biopsy, and other studies can be performed. When the breast cancer diagnosis is confirmed, each patient receives an individual treatment regimen, which is developed with the participation of all the necessary experts. In most cases, the department’s doctors manage to get rid of the pathology with the help of organ-preserving operations, which helps preserve the woman’s own breasts. If the stage of the disease requires radical breast resection, then the patient will undergo subsequent breast plastic surgery using implants or autologous tissues.
The therapeutic offer is complemented by the full range of services in obstetrics. Over 1,100 babies are born in the department annually. The basis of medical care is a personalized approach to each patient. The department has excellent equipment for reliable monitoring of pregnancy at all its stages, comfortable and cozy maternity rooms, special rooms for caring for babies in case of complications of childbirth or congenital pathologies. If desired, childbirth takes place with analgesia using various techniques. The experienced obstetricians and specially trained nursing staff take care of the future mothers, so the health of a woman and her child is in the safe hands of true professionals in their specialization.
The department’s therapeutic range of services includes:
- General gynecology
- Diagnostics and treatment of gynecological bleeding
- Diagnostics and treatment of chronic pain in the lower abdominal
- Diagnostics and treatment of urinary incontinence
- Diagnostics and treatment of uterine fibroids
- Diagnostics and treatment of ovarian cysts
- Diagnostics and treatment of disorders of the ovarian and menstrual cycle
- Diagnostics and treatment of menopausal symptoms
- Diagnostics and treatment of benign breast diseases
- Gynecologic oncology
- Diagnostics and treatment of uterine cancer
- Diagnostics and treatment of cervical cancer
- Diagnostics and treatment of ovarian cancer
- Diagnoticis and treatment of vaginal cancer
- Diagnostics and treatment of vulvar cancer
- Surgical treatment (in most cases, hysterectomy)
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormone therapy
- Radiation therapy
- Laser therapy for the treatment of labial or vaginal malignancies
- Mammology (diagnostics and treatment of breast cancer)
- Organ-preserving surgery
- Breast reconstruction after its removal in oncopathology
- Breast augmentation and reduction
- Antihormonal therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Psycho-oncological care
- Obstetrics
- Integrated management of pregnancy
- Childbirth
- Postpartum care for both mother and baby
- Other medical services
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:
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.