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University medicine for the musculoskeletal system

We offer you our expertise to support you in the diagnosis and treatment of your patients. Working together, we can offer patient-centred medicine and the best possible methods of treatment.

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Shoulder and Elbow

Pure evidence-based medicine for the conservative and surgical management of all shoulder and elbow problems.

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Hand

Highly specialised hand and peripheral nerve surgery, irrespective of the cause, problem or complexity of treatment.

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Spine

Highly specialised experts in spine surgery, covering the full spectrum of conservative and surgical treatment.

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Hip and Pelvis

Interdisciplinary treatment of all diseases and injuries of the hips and pelvis (joint preservation to prosthetic revision surgery).

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Knee

State-of-the-art treatment methods, surgical techniques, and therapy for injuries and diseases of the knee.

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Foot and Ankle

Highly specialised foot and ankle surgery based on the latest knowledge and methods.

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Tumors

Individualised diagnostic investigation and treatment of tumours of the musculosketal system, involving all the necessary disciplines.

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Pediatric Orthopedics

Holistic care of orthopaedic problems in growing children and adolescents, working together with the Zurich University Children’s Hospital.

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Technical Orthopedics

Targeted treatment and care of amputations, stump corrections, and diabetic foot surgery.

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Radiology

Diagnostic imaging of the musculoskeletal system with state-of-the-art MRI, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and X-ray equipment.

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Neuro-Urology

Treatment of conditions affecting the urinary tract and sex organs following injury to the nerve supply.

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Physical medicine and Rheumatology

Comprehensive, non-surgical diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system

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University Spine Centre

Interdisciplinary cooperation means that experts with different areas of special interest work closely together to provide the best possible therapeutic approach for patients with back problems.

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Spinal Cord Injury Centre

Interdisciplinary medical treatment and state-of-the-art training methods are based on the latest research findings.

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Chiropractic medicine

Diagnosis and treatment of functional disorders and pain in the musculoskeletal system, especially in the spine.

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Physiotherapy

Highly specialised therapy for orthopedic and rheumatological conditions, and spinal cord injuries.

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Sports medicine

Movement as a targeted treatment method, offering a wide range of well-researched training programmes, physiotherapy and sports therapy.

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