The best specialists in visceral surgery in Switzerland

The best specialists in visceral surgery in Switzerland

Swiss clinics are equipped with an incredibly high level of technology, rapid implementation of developments, and strict selection of licensed specialists for all operations, especially those of increased complexity.

Visceral surgery involves the surgical treatment of internal organs within the abdominal cavity, including the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory pathways, and organs such as the stomach, liver, gallbladder, and more.

The gastroenterology and hepatology departments of Swiss hospitals offer comprehensive services for the treatment of the intestines, pancreas, stomach, and liver. Switzerland is a leader in both education and research in this field.

Examples of visceral surgeries include:

Stomach:

  • Gastric ulcers

  • Conversion surgeries

Liver:

  • Hemangiomas

  • Nodular hyperplasia 

  • Adenomas

  • Liver cysts

  • Echinococcosis

  • Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)

  • Cholangiocellular carcinoma (CCC)

  • Metastases

  • Radiofrequency thermal ablation (RFTA)

Small/Large Intestine:

  • Intestinal obstruction surgery

  • Surgery for internal adhesions in the intestinal organs

  • Appendectomy

  • Inflammatory bowel disease treatment

  • Catheterization (SAID) – Seton placement

Hernia Surgery:

  • Hernias

  • Inguinal/femoral hernia

  • Umbilical hernia

  • Testicular hydrocele

  • Surgical Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis 

  • Surgical Treatment for Diverticula

Best Visceral Surgery Specialists: 

Professor Doctor of Medical Sciences Dieter Berger (Surgeon, Visceral Surgeon, Pediatric Surgeon) – During his work in Baden-Baden, Dieter Berger established a large and well-known center for colorectal cancer treatment. Patients came not only from the current service region but from all regions.

Dieter Berger also played a significant role in popularizing the use of laparoscopic procedures in hernia surgery throughout Europe, contributing to the development of some of these techniques.

 

Doctor Daniel Kristen – For over 10 years, he has been heading the surgery department of the private clinic Bethanien.With over 20 years of practical experience, Dr. Kristen has performed several thousand visceral surgeries, visceral surgery, including more than a thousand laparoscopic operations.

Dr. Kristen's philosophy is based on providing treatment using advanced proven medical technology and the latest scientific findings.