Remote assessment
We review your records and arrange a second opinion from a specialist professor.
Hand and shoulder surgery
The upper limb calls for its own specialisation: hand and shoulder operations are performed by surgeons who focus exclusively on this area.
About the specialty
Two specialised disciplines side by side
Hand surgery is concerned with the function of the hand as a whole, treating traumatic, congenital and degenerative conditions. The work involves bones, small muscles, tendons, nerves and vessels, where every millimetre counts.
Shoulder surgery has evolved alongside diagnostic imaging such as MRI and MR arthrography, and arthroscopy has become the basis of minimally invasive procedures. Anatomical and reverse shoulder prostheses are now standard practice.
Conservative options are always considered before surgery: orthoses, physiotherapy, injections and medication often bring improvement, up to full restoration of function.
- Scope
- Hand injuries · microsurgery · rotator cuff · shoulder replacement · arthroscopy
- First step
- Remote second opinion based on your records — before you travel
- Clinics
- Privatklinik Bethanien · Clinique de Genolier · Privatklinik Lindberg · Clinica Sant’Anna
- After treatment
- A programme to restore function, supervised by a physiotherapist
- With CorSwiss
- Arrangements, interpreter and personal support at every stage
Why guests come to us
Typical concerns
Hand fractures
Treatment of hand injuries and fractures of the fingers, wrist and wrist joint, including long-standing cases.
Microsurgery
Surgery on the bones, small muscles, tendons, nerves and blood vessels of the hand.
Nerve compression syndromes
Surgical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome and other nerve entrapment syndromes.
Rotator cuff
Arthroscopic treatment of tears and wear of the rotator cuff tendons of the shoulder.
Tendinitis and capsulitis
Inflammation of the tendons and capsule of the shoulder, with pain and restricted movement.
Shoulder replacement
Anatomical and reverse shoulder prostheses for osteoarthritis and the after-effects of injuries.
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
Hand surgery
PD Dr. Boris J. Czermak
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Shoulder surgery
Dr. Philipp Frey
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Looking for another specialist?
For your case, we select the right professor from across Switzerland, including specialists beyond those featured on this site.
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Where we arrange treatment
Zurich · Multispecialty
Privatklinik Bethanien
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.
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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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Hand and shoulder surgery in Switzerland: a dedicated specialisation
The upper limb calls for dedicated expertise: hand and shoulder operations are performed by surgeons who focus exclusively on this area, where every millimetre counts. CorSwiss arranges diagnostics and surgery with specialist surgeons in Switzerland, from injuries and nerve compression syndromes to shoulder replacement, and accompanies you until function is restored.
Why patients from around the world choose Switzerland
- Dedicated specialisation: hands and shoulders are treated by surgeons who have devoted themselves to the upper limb.
- Microsurgical precision: work on small muscles, tendons, nerves and vessels at millimetre level.
- Modern imaging: MRI and MR arthrography for precise diagnosis before surgery.
- Minimally invasive surgery: arthroscopy as the basis for gentle procedures and fast recovery.
- Restoring function: the aim is full use of the arm and hand.
What we help treat
- Hand fractures: hand injuries and fractures of the fingers and wrist.
- Microsurgery: surgery on bones, small muscles, tendons, nerves and vessels.
- Nerve compression syndromes: surgical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome and other nerve entrapment syndromes.
- Rotator cuff: arthroscopic treatment of tears and wear of the rotator cuff tendons.
- Tendinitis and capsulitis: inflammation of the tendons and capsule of the shoulder, with pain and restricted movement.
- Shoulder replacement: anatomical and reverse shoulder prostheses for osteoarthritis.
Our partners: leading Swiss clinics
We work with Privatklinik Bethanien, Clinique de Genolier and other centres with strong hand and shoulder surgery departments. We select the surgeon for your specific needs.
Conservative options first
Conservative options are always considered before surgery: orthoses, physiotherapy, injections and medication often bring improvement, up to full restoration of function. Diagnosis is based on MRI and MR arthrography, and if surgery is needed, the least invasive technique is chosen, usually arthroscopy.
How we arrange treatment
- Remote assessment: we review your records and arrange a second opinion from a specialist surgeon.
- Programme: we select the clinic and surgeon and agree the cost estimate and timing.
- Treatment: diagnostics and surgery, with an interpreter and an assistant at every appointment.
- Recovery: a programme to restore function, supervised by specialists.
Consultation
Discuss your case with a surgeon
A confidential conversation with a coordinating physician: we review your records, propose a professor and calculate the cost.