Remote assessment
We review your records and arrange a second opinion from a professor in the relevant field.
Oncology
Second opinion, diagnostic clarification and treatment with oncologists at Switzerland's leading clinics, with CorSwiss support from the first enquiry to follow-up after therapy.
About the specialty
Begin with a precise diagnosis
With a cancer diagnosis, the first decision is the most important one. We begin with a review: latest-generation PET-CT, 3 Tesla MRI, molecular genetic testing (NGS) and liquid biopsy refine the picture, and often change it. On this basis, a professor in the relevant field gives a second opinion.
In Swiss clinics, the treatment plan is approved by a multidisciplinary Tumor Board, where the surgeon, radiologist, pathologist and oncologist review the case together. You then have access to the methods your case truly requires: Da Vinci robotic surgery, proton therapy, immunotherapy and targeted drugs, radioligand therapy.
We know the oncologists of Switzerland's leading clinics personally and select the specialist for your diagnosis. You can begin remotely: the review of your records requires no travel.
- Scope
- Diagnostics · surgery · radiotherapy · drug therapy · follow-up
- First step
- Remote second opinion based on your records, before you travel
- Clinics
- Privatklinik Bethanien · University Hospital Zurich · Clinique de Genolier · PSI Center for Proton Therapy
- After treatment
- Recovery and remote follow-up on an agreed schedule
- With CorSwiss
- Organisation, interpreter and personal support at every stage
Why guests come to us
Typical cases
Second opinion on a diagnosis
Review of histology and imaging, molecular genetic testing, a written opinion from a professor in the relevant field.
Surgical treatment
Minimally invasive and Da Vinci robotic surgery, organ-preserving procedures.
Radiotherapy
Proton therapy, IMRT and VMAT, brachytherapy, designed to protect healthy tissue.
Immunotherapy and targeted therapy
Modern drugs based on the tumour's genetic profile, including radioligand therapy.
Blood disorders
Leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma: diagnostics, haematological therapy, follow-up.
Early detection
Tumour markers, whole-body MRI and endoscopy, as part of a preventive check-up.
Process
How treatment works
Tumor Board and programme
We present your case to the Tumor Board and agree the clinic, physician, cost estimate and timeline.
Treatment
Surgery, radiotherapy or drug therapy. An interpreter and an assistant are with you at every appointment.
Follow-up
Recovery and remote monitoring of results once you are back home.
Our physicians
Who we refer you to
Oncology and haematology
Dr. Erich Müller
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Oncology
Dr. Monika Jermann
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Gynaecological oncology
PD Dr. Patrick Imesch
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Lung health
Prof. Walter Weder
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Liver and GI surgery
Prof. Pierre-Alain Clavien
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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
Privatklinik Bethanien
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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.
University Hospital Zurich
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Switzerland’s largest university hospital and a centre of medicine at the highest level. We bring it in for complex and rare cases that need university expertise.
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
How much does cancer treatment in Switzerland cost?
The cost depends on the diagnosis, the stage and the chosen protocol: the diagnostic phase, surgery and a course of radiotherapy or drug therapy are calculated separately. We request the cost estimate from the clinic and pass it on to you before treatment begins, with firm figures from the outset.
Can I get a professor's opinion without travelling to Switzerland?
Yes. We arrange a review of your records and a second opinion from a professor in the relevant field, before any travel is planned.
How quickly can treatment begin?
Arrangements usually take 5–10 working days, depending on urgency and whether a visa is required. With a cancer diagnosis, we handle your case as a priority.
Do I need to speak a foreign language?
A medical interpreter accompanies you to your appointments and remains available throughout your stay in Switzerland.
Why come through CorSwiss rather than directly to a clinic?
We are your independent representative and a full-service 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. From there, everything is in one pair of hands: 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 guides your case from the first enquiry until you return home, and stays in touch afterwards: we monitor results remotely and coordinate your follow-up.
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Cancer treatment in Switzerland: access to leading oncology centres
Facing a cancer diagnosis, access to the most advanced and effective treatments is essential. Cancer treatment in Switzerland represents a benchmark of modern medicine, combining innovative technology, internationally renowned physicians and an exceptional level of service.
CorSwiss is your trusted partner for arranging treatment at leading Swiss clinics. We help patients from many countries access personalised therapy aimed at the best possible prognosis.
Why choose Switzerland for cancer treatment?
- Diagnostic precision: Latest-generation PET-CT, 3 Tesla MRI, molecular genetic testing (NGS) and liquid biopsy.
- Innovative methods: Access to breakthrough technologies such as proton therapy, CAR-T cell therapy and radioligand therapy.
- A multidisciplinary approach: Every case is reviewed by a Tumor Board, where experienced specialists develop the treatment plan together.
- High standards: Rigorous quality control and the use of original, European-certified medicines.
Advanced cancer treatments
Your cancer treatment in Switzerland may include:
- Surgery: Minimally invasive and robotic (Da Vinci) procedures.
- Radiotherapy: Proton therapy, IMRT, VMAT, brachytherapy.
- Drug therapy: Immunotherapy, targeted therapy and new-generation chemotherapy.
- Radioligand therapy (RLT): An innovative method that delivers radiation precisely to target cells.
Leading oncology centres in Switzerland
We work with clinics whose names stand for quality and innovation: Hirslanden, Genolier Swiss Medical Network, the university hospitals and the PSI Center for Proton Therapy.
Arranging treatment with CorSwiss
- Enquiry: You submit a request and send us your medical records.
- Proposal: We select the clinic and specialist and provide a treatment programme with a cost estimate.
- Organisation: CorSwiss takes care of everything: appointments, visas, transfers, accommodation, interpreting.
- Support: Our medical coordinator is available to you 24/7 throughout your treatment.
Consultation
Discuss your case with an oncologist
A confidential conversation with our coordinating physician: we review your records, propose a professor and calculate the cost.