Remote assessment
We review your records and arrange a second opinion from a specialist professor.
Otolaryngology (ENT)
Ear, nose and throat: hearing, balance, smell and breathing, with precise diagnostics before any decision on surgery.
About the specialty
First the cause, then the operation
ENT medicine assesses hearing, balance, smell and taste with sophisticated examination methods. Treatment may be medical, physiotherapeutic or surgical, chosen on the basis of the diagnostic findings.
Surgical options include middle-ear microsurgery, laser treatment and radiofrequency ablation. Operations on the thyroid, larynx and salivary glands take place within millimetres of the nerves responsible for voice and swallowing.
Before any decision on surgery, thorough laboratory and instrumental diagnostics are carried out, with the aim of treating the underlying cause.
- Scope
- Hearing · nose and sinuses · snoring and apnoea · thyroid · ear microsurgery
- First step
- Remote second opinion based on your records — before you travel
- Clinics
- Privatklinik Bethanien · Clinique Générale
- After treatment
- Follow-up examinations and restoration of function
- With CorSwiss
- Arrangements, interpreter and personal support at every stage
Why guests come to us
Typical concerns
Hearing disorders
Audiological assessment, identification of the cause of hearing loss and selection of treatment.
Ear microsurgery
Replacement of the ossicles and repair of a perforated eardrum.
Chronic sinusitis
Treatment of chronic inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, including endoscopic surgery.
Nasal polyps
Diagnosis and removal of nasal polyps to restore nasal breathing.
Snoring and sleep apnoea
Assessment and surgical treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea.
Thyroid
Surgery of the thyroid and parathyroid glands, head and neck tumours and the larynx.
Process
How treatment works
Programme
We select the clinic and doctor and agree the cost estimate and timing.
Treatment
Diagnostics and treatment. An interpreter and an assistant are with you at every appointment.
Recovery
Recovery, with remote follow-up of your results once you are home.
Doctors in this specialty
The specialists we work with
Clinics for this specialty
Where we arrange treatment
Privatklinik Bethanien
Mayo Clinic Care Network
A flagship of Swiss private medicine and our key partner for treatment and check-ups since 2011. Part of Swiss Medical Network and the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
Clinique de Genolier
Flagship of Swiss Medical Network · Mayo Clinic Care Network
One of the flagships of Swiss medicine on the shores of Lake Geneva — 230 physicians, renowned centres for oncology, neurosurgery and cardiology, and a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How much does treatment in Switzerland cost?
The cost depends on the diagnosis, the scope of examinations and the programme chosen. We obtain a cost estimate from the clinic and share it with you before treatment begins, with a clear breakdown of what it includes.
Can I get a professor’s opinion without travelling to Switzerland?
Yes. We arrange a remote review of your records and a second opinion from a specialist professor before any travel is planned.
How long does it take to arrange the trip?
Usually 5–10 working days, depending on urgency and whether a visa is required.
Do I need to speak German, French or English?
A medical interpreter accompanies you to every appointment and remains available throughout your stay in Switzerland, so you can communicate in your own language.
Why go through CorSwiss rather than directly to a clinic?
We are your independent representative and an end-to-end Swiss medical concierge. We select the best specialist for your case from across Switzerland, arrange a second opinion and agree a transparent cost estimate before treatment begins. Everything else is handled by one team: medical visa, flights and transfers, accommodation (including for those travelling with you), a personal medical interpreter at every appointment and a 24/7 assistant for any practical matter. Your personal medical manager looks after your case from the first enquiry until you are home, and stays in touch afterwards: we follow up your results remotely and coordinate ongoing care.
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ENT medicine in Switzerland
ENT medicine in Switzerland covers a full range of services for the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the ear, nose and throat. Procedures take place at leading private Swiss clinics; among the best known in this field are Privatklinik Bethanien and Clinique Générale.
ENT (otorhinolaryngology)
ENT surgery assesses hearing, balance, smell and taste using highly sophisticated methods to reach an accurate diagnosis. ENT disorders are treated medically or surgically.
Symptoms
- Certain hearing disorders
- Snoring
- Nasal polyps
- Chronic sinusitis
- Recurrent ENT infections
The advantages of ENT treatment in Switzerland
- Modern treatment methods: Swiss clinics use advanced methods for treating ENT conditions, including microsurgery, laser treatment and radiofrequency ablation.
- Experienced doctors: Swiss ENT specialists are highly qualified and have many years of experience.
- Comfortable surroundings: rooms in Swiss clinics are fully equipped for a comfortable stay.
Treatment methods
- Medication
- Physiotherapy
- Ultrasound therapy
- Laser treatment
CorSwiss also offers ENT treatment with one of Switzerland’s leading specialists in the field, Professor Stefan Schmid, who practises at Privatklinik Bethanien. Our many years of collaboration with Professor Schmid give us full confidence in the quality and professionalism of his work.
What we offer
- Selection of the clinic and ENT specialist
- Travel arrangements
- Help with paperwork
- Personal support throughout your treatment
Our strengths
- Extensive experience
- A high standard of service
- An individual approach for every guest
Treatment focuses above all on eliminating the causes of the condition, for which the patient undergoes a comprehensive examination. Microsurgery makes it possible to replace the ossicles or repair a perforated eardrum. The clinics of Swiss Medical Network bring together everything needed across many fields to provide patients with a comprehensive, individual programme.
Consultation
Discuss your case with an ENT surgeon
A confidential conversation with a coordinating physician: we review your records, propose a professor and calculate the cost.