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What effect do concomitant diseases have on the outcome of prosthetic hip surgery?

One year after their hip operation, most patients are satisfied with the result, with many even declaring that they are very satisfied. Patients with concomitant diseases can still expect a similar improvement in terms of hip function. However, this group of patients has a somewhat increased risk of complications. This was the conclusion reached by our research team, which investigated the connection between comorbidities, the risk of complications and the patient’s perceptions of osteoarthritis-related hip surgery.

Schulthess Klinik heavily involved in the 2021 European hand surgery congress

Schulthess Klinik featured in numerous talks and presentations at this year’s FESSH-ON(line)-Week, the European congress for hand surgeons. Over 1,200 participants from all over the world tuned in to watch the talks and share ideas.

Open (surgical) reduction of both hip joints in an infant

Treating congenital hip dislocation with surgery has become quite the rarity. This is due to the fact that we perform ultrasound screening using the Graf method after birth as standard in most cases and because of the possible conservative early treatment options at our disposal. In some cases, however, the femoral head cannot be positioned into the socket by non-surgical means, meaning surgical treatment becomes necessary. Our case study shows the development in a female infant.

MRI

The Medical Radiological Institute has an imaging centre at Schulthess Klinik. It boasts a high level of medical expertise, particularly in the musculoskeletal field and the diagnosis of epilepsy and dementia. Its connection to our hospital means that our patients can benefit from its modern infrastructure. The specialists at the two institutes regularly exchange interdisciplinary information and experiences.

Information for international patients

We are pleased that you have chosen to have your treatment at our clinic. Please find here some useful information for international patients.

Young patient raises money for Patient Assistance Fund with home-made cake

Talk about a delicious donation! 15-year-old schoolboy Valerio had multiple operations on his spine at Schulthess Klinik this spring.

Does rotator cuff (shoulder tendon tear) repair make economic sense?

From a health perspective, the repair of a torn rotator cuff (should tendon) can be beneficial to many patients. But does the surgical procedure also make economic sense? Our team of researchers and doctors joined forces with the Winterthur Institute of Health Economics and 16 major Swiss insurance providers to investigate this very question, using a cost-utility analysis of arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.

“Top specialist hospital for orthopaedics again in 2024”

Schulthess Klinik has come out on top in the “Top Specialist Hospitals in Switzerland” list for the second time in a row, taking first place for orthopaedics.

Accident helpline

Have you bruised your finger playing sports, sprained your knee while jogging or gone over on your ankle at home and are not sure what to do? What immediate measures need to be taken in this kind of emergency? Do you need a GP or even a specialist? A telephone consultation can help you decide what to do next. Our hotline is available every day, from 8 am to 9 pm to provide free advice.

Celebrating success: 4000 shoulder endoprostheses implanted

Schulthess Klinik is celebrating an important milestone after implanting its 4000th shoulder endoprosthesis.

For referring doctors

This is where you can find all the information you need as a referring doctor. We are continuously striving to make the referral process easier for you.

Dr. med. univ. Gregor Fischer

Resident Spine Surgery

Schulthess Klinik Annual Report: All-round expertise for healthy movement and exercise

In 2019, Schulthess Klinik took care of 7,798 inpatients, performed 9,364 surgical procedures and conducted 121,253 outpatient consultations. Each of these figures was made possible by a broad range of expertise and services – and above all, the people who provide them. The Schulthess Klinik Annual Report offers a detailed overview of the clinic’s various specialist departments and their accomplishments in 2019.

Patients’ rights and obligations

As a patient, you have rights and obligations. These are governed partly by federal law and partly by cantonal law. The key provisions on patient care can be found in the Cantonal Patients' Act of the Canton of Zurich, which regulates medical care in all hospitals across the canton.

Schulthess Klinik Annual Report – «Healing, Researching, Helping»

Healing, researching, helping in the spirit of cutting-edge medicine, innovation and humanity has been the Schulthess Klinik motto since 1883. In 2021, our 1,131 employees continued to do great things to relieve people of their pain and restore their mobility. The clinic has exceeded the previous year’s figures.

Jenny Röthlisberger

Clinical Nurse

Schulthess Klinik keeps moving forward with positive results

Schulthess Klinik carried out 10,000 operations and 133,126 outpatient consultations in 2022, and generated a very positive result. The clinic’s annual report shows how its 1,149 employees from 47 nations achieved this. And all under the motto: “We are in motion because we are building on a strong foundation.”