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Balgrist University Hospital and Männedorf Hospital have founded the ‘Balgrist Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic - Männedorf Hospital’, which they will operate jointly from 7 October 2024. The cooperation combines the strengths of the two hospitals: excellent basic care at Männedorf Hospital coupled with the highly specialised expertise in musculoskeletal medicine at Balgrist University Hospital.
![[Translate to Englisch:] Wir lieben Weltklasse](/fileadmin/_processed_/3/4/csm_Balgrist-Publikumsevent-Weltklasse-2024-1_d54fcbb9c1.png)
Balgrist University Hospital will be the Lead Medical Partner of Weltklasse Zürich on September 3 and 4 at Zurich Main Station and on September 5 at Letzigrund.
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Together with the University of Zurich and international research partners, Balgrist University Hospital has successfully completed the FAROS project. The aim of the research was to develop surgical robots with senses similar to humans that can autonomously perform complex surgical tasks. An initial prototype has shown great promise.
Balgrist University Hospital (UKB), together with the EndoSpine Academy, is promoting the worldwide establishment of keyhole surgery for spinal treatments. The aim is to replace invasive operations and thus reduce healthcare costs. Nine top international surgeons are currently meeting in Zurich for the founding of the EndoSpine Academy.
Read more![[Translate to Englisch:] Jürg Stahl neu zum Vorstandsmitglied des Schweizerischen Vereins gewählt](/fileadmin/_processed_/8/2/csm_Juerg-Stahl-neu-im-Vorstand-des-SVB_b2a7197485.png "[Translate to Englisch:] Portrait Juerg Stahl")
The Swiss Balgrist Association is pleased to announce that Jürg Stahl was elected to the Board of Directors by the Association's General Assembly on May 27. He succeeds Fritz Fahrni, who stepped down in 2023.
Read more![[Translate to Englisch:] Treppe im OR-X](/fileadmin/_processed_/0/1/csm_Aufsteigen-Treppe_69e01ec5b2.png)
Balgrist University Hospital closed 2023 without a loss. This is not a matter of course in an environment that is increasingly creating headwinds for clinics and hospitals. Rising costs and outpatient services that still do not cover costs and are increasingly replacing inpatient treatment: This mix brings with it major challenges.
World class together. This is the motto of the new, multi-year partnership between Weltklasse Zürich and Balgrist University Hospital.
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The OR-X translational research center has reached its next milestone: after only 15 months of construction, the infrastructure is ready for test operations. It has been handed over by the project management team to the users at Balgrist University Hospital.
Read moreResearch and technology leads to cutting-edge orthopedic medicine
Balgrist University Hospital is a university hospital dedicated to patients with musculoskeletal disorders. For the medical director, Prof. Mazda Farshad, MD, it is clear: "We want to remedy musculoskeletal problems and improve the quality of life of our patients. The mission as a university hospital is to be responsible for the evolution of the future of musculoskeletal medicine." Also thanks to the use of technology. On our focus page, you can learn how we use technologies such as artificial intelligence or augmented reality to improve patient care.
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Orthopedics and cutting-edge medicine
We provide you with an excellent medical service. At Balgrist University Hospital you will be cared for by a team of renowned, internationally recognised specialists in musculoskeletal and spinal damage and pain.
Paraplegia: Treatment in a family setting
Our spinal cord injury centrer provides comprehensive medical care for patients with spinal cord injuries. We are closer to research, the therapies of tomorrow, and closer to life – with a family atmosphere.
Balgrist Privé: Meeting the highest standards
The private wards at Balgrist offer you a well-coordinated range of services of a very high standard. Our core competencies: medicine, nursing care, therapy, hotel services and comfort.
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By public transport
- From Zurich main station, take a number 11 tram in the direction of Rehalp and alight at the Balgrist tram stop.
- From Stadelhofen station, take the S18 Forchbahn towards Esslingen or a number 11 tram in the direction of Rehalp and alight at the Balgrist tram stop.
- From Zollikon train station with bus line 99 to "Balgrist" stop
- From Im Walder with bus line 77 to the "Balgrist" stop
By car
- Parking is available at the hospital for outpatients and visitors but the number of spaces is very limited. You have to purchase your parking time from the machines. We encourage you to take public transport for your arrival.