Quality indicators for hospitals and clinics in Switzerland:

Hip replacement (artificial hip joint), infection rate

Meaningful, risk-adjusted infection rates for hip replacement (artificial hip joint) are currently available for 10 Swiss hospitals. 3,487 patients were followed in these hospitals. The average hospital infection rate for hip replacement was 0.8%; the highest infection rate observed in one hospital was 3.3%. The lowest risk-adjusted infection rate for hip replacement was measured at the Sonnenhofspital (Lindenhof AG), Bern (0.2% nosocomial infections).

Related key figures: Hip Replacement Patient Number -- Reoperations

Profile of the key figure hip replacement (artificial hip joint), infection rate

About the indicator «Infection rates»

Measured as the ratio of expected and observed numbers of infections after certain types of surgery.

Strengths:

Infections are risky and associated with more distress. A low infection rate is an indicator of good hygiene and a high quality treatment process. The infection rates are risk adjusted by Swissnoso using three additional measurements. This elaborate form of risk adjustment fulfills high scientific standards.

Limits:

Unfortunately, infection rates are not available for all interventions. It is not sure that results are transferable to similar interventions. Also, infection rates are only meaningful when a sufficient number of cases is reached. Especially with interventions with a low risk of infections the needed number of cases is very high and is only reached by large hospitals. For small hospitals it is often not possible to give a meaningful statement (while small case numbers are per se unfavorable, especially with complex interventions).

There are patient-ratings about this topic

Ratings from patients about this topic:

 verified rating about the Bethesda Spital, Basel
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Amb.: Chaos, long waiting times. Hardly any preparation/time/concentration, no consistency/commitment, images not viewed/interpreted, questions not answered. Diagnostics inadequate. Operation incorrectly indicated. Stat.: Bad mood, nursing staff moderately friendly/competent, physio rushed, social service 

About the surgery:
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Hip ASK: access to the joint was haphazard, cartilage damaged and not stitched, largest ligament severed, labrum removed, etc. Consequences: after 3 months, massive coxarthrosis, after 6 months, femoral and acetabular bone collapse. Total instability, severe pain. Hip had to be replaced (surgeon: Dr. Hendrik Simon Brecht)
transl. from german, date of rating: 27.10.2024

 verified rating about the Klinik Gut Fläsch
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Doctors and nursing staff were top-notch, competent, friendly and quick. Rooms were superbly furnished. Food was first-class. The result of my hip replacement was perfect. 

About the surgery:
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New hip joint inserted, quick recovery I will soon have the other hip replaced in Fläsch. (surgeon: Dr. Baumann Patrick)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2024, date of rating: 20.10.2024

 verified rating about the Sonnenhofspital, Bern
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very nice hospital, great nursing staff, very competent surgeons. 

About the surgery:
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THA: problem-free operation, very little pain after operation, rehabilitation according to the surgeon's instructions. After 3 months still problems with the surrounding muscles. Otherwise pain-free in the artificial joint. (surgeon: Dr. Tobias Wyss)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2023, date of rating: 29.02.2024

 verified rating about the Schulthess Klinik, Zürich
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Good aftercare & healing process 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint, problem-free healing process. After approx. 4 weeks. capable to walk without sticks
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2021, date of rating: 04.11.2023

 verified rating about the Klinik Linde, Biel
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Without exception, everyone who looked after me was great. Friendly, nice, empathetic, helpful, accommodating. From anesthesia, recovery room, care, catering. You couldn't be in better hands. Many thanks to the entire team 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint (surgeon: Dr. Wolfram Nussbeck)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2023, date of rating: 22.10.2023

 verified rating about the Sonnenhofspital, Bern
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Every single person from the surgeons to the cleaning staff and the food staff all gave a super professional and competent impression. They were all super nice, had time and I felt very comfortable and in good hands. The operation was successful and I am happy. THANKS 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint. It went quickly and without any problems with quick recovery thanks to optimal support from the whole team (surgeon: Dr. Nötzli)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Aug.2023, date of rating: 11.08.2023

 verified rating about the Schulthess Klinik, Zürich
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The surgeon "hit it too hard" resulting in a fissure in the femur (TEP). Furthermore, had an ISG blockage during surgery, which, however, was not diagnosed in the Schulthess by either the assistant doctor or the professor. I couldn't sit or walk for months. 

About the surgery:
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Hip TEP, fissure, leg length discrepancy, massive ISG problems after surgery. In addition, they were no longer interested in my problems after the responsible surgeon changed positions. Professor never responded to my attempts to contact him and I was put off till the annual check-up (surgeon: Dr. Maduz Prof. Rüdiger)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jul.2022, date of rating: 27.05.2023

 verified rating about the Sonnenhofspital, Bern
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Very good hospital, great doctors, very friendly and competent staff and excellent food. I felt very well taken care of. 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint, (surgeon: Dr. Reto Thalmann)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2022, date of rating: 18.10.2022

 verified rating about the Kantonsspital Obwalden, Sarnen
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We waited 3.5 hours with terrible hip pain until someone finally came with a painkiller. 
transl. from german, date of rating: 13.09.2022

 verified rating about the Spital Bülach
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Competent, professionally and personally excellent work on D. Niggli's hip operation. Very good care in the hospital and aftercare. Very good organization, competent doctors and friendly nursing staff. Can be highly recommended in my case. 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint inserted on the right. Problem-free course, although I am a risk patient. After 6-7 weeks well rested and pain-free. (surgeon: Dr. Niggli)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Mar.2022, date of rating: 13.09.2022

 verified rating about the ZURZACH Care, Bad Zurzach
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Had hip surgery. Great therapies. Was able to walk again after 4 weeks on crutches. Very good care and great food. 
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jan.2022, date of rating: 06.02.2022

 verified rating about the Spital Uster
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Friendly welcome, good information, nice support and care. 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint, went without side effects, quickly recovered and discharged home (surgeon: Dr. Pascal Schenk)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2021, date of rating: 20.01.2022

 verified rating about the Spital Muri, Muri AG
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Got a new hip joint, am completely satisfied with everything! The whole hospital stay was very pleasant and the entire staff - despite Corona - was always very attentive and friendly. 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint received because of arthrosis, I have a history of congenital hip dysplasia that was operated on as a child. I was able to leave the hospital after 3 days. Hassle free healing. Mr. Kleppi is a great and very personable doctor, always had time for questions and explained everything (surgeon: Dr. Tilmann Kleppi)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2021, date of rating: 12.01.2022

 verified rating about the Kantonsspital Obwalden, Sarnen
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Very good courteous and loving care by the nursing staff! 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint, without any problems, unfortunately at home intolerance to Novalgin, after replacing Novalgin very good healing process! No complaints today! (surgeon: Dr. Jacek Kerr)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in May.2021, date of rating: 02.01.2022

 verified rating about the Stadtspital Waid, Zürich
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About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint. Operation went without any problems. I would like to thank you again very much for the good care and also for the great support. The meals were excellent. Thank you all ♥ ️ ♥ ️ ♥ ️ (surgeon: Dr. Michael Dietrich)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Aug.2021, date of rating: 05.10.2021

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Very good care, I am more than satisfied with the result. Thank you Dr. Rolf Hess 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint, without any problems, quick recovery. (surgeon: Dr. Rolf Hess)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Apr.2021, date of rating: 26.09.2021

 verified rating about the Spitäler Schaffhausen (Gruppe)
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super all-round support 

About the surgery:
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both hips repaired, outcome without any problems, quick recovery (surgeon: Dr. Bartkowicki)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2020, date of rating: 21.03.2021

 verified rating about the Spital Muri, Muri AG
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Very pleasant care by doctors and nurses. You are taken seriously 

About the surgery:
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Hip prostheses. Both sides within 4 months. No problems whatsoever, pain insignificant, after 4 weeks on the go without crutches. (surgeon: Dr. Hubert Burki)
transl. from german, date of rating: 10.03.2021

 verified rating about the Berit Klinik, Speicher
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The Berit Clinic is absolutely top when it comes to anesthesia, surgery, nursing, physiotherapy and gastronomy 

About the surgery:
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New artificial hip joint. Absolutely no problems. Rapid recovery. Back home after 7 days (surgeon: Dr. Martin Houweling)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2020, date of rating: 07.02.2021

 verified rating about the Privatklinik Obach, Solothurn
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Well trained staff 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint inserted (surgeon: Dr. Vicor Valderrabbano)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Dec.2020, date of rating: 10.12.2020

 verified rating about the See­-Spital Kilchberg, Kilchberg (ZH)
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  (surgeon: Dr. Daniel Wüst)
inpatient treatment in Sep.2020, date of rating: 30.09.2020

 verified rating about the Rosenklinik, Rapperswil-Jona
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competent treatment, friendly and caring staff, good accomodation 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip with good counselling and explanation of the procedure before by Dr Krupp. Problem free surgery and short hospital stay (3.5 days) (surgeon: Ms. Dr. Friederike Krupp)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Aug.2020, date of rating: 14.08.2020

 verified rating about the Hirslanden Klinik am Rosenberg, Heiden
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Felt in good hands and treated with competency. Beautiful and quiet rooms - excellent food. 

About the surgery:
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Left hip joint replaced, and was active again the next day. Inpatient stay 4 nights. No real pain or other adverse events. If the scar had been done more nicely, the rating would be even better. (surgeon: Dr. Felix Buschor)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2018, date of rating: 16.06.2020

 verified rating about the Kantonsspital Winterthur
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very good care 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint, easy + now completely free of pain (surgeon: Dr. Peter Wahl)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2019, date of rating: 30.03.2020

 verified rating about the See­-Spital Kilchberg, Kilchberg (ZH)
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I had been well cared for from admission to discharge. This was myfirst intervention. A big thank you to the whole team!! 

About the surgery:
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New hip, surgery went well. Good recovery,cannot yet predict the outcome, since it's only 5 weeks since the OP. A big thanks to Mr Stefano Modini (anesthesiologist). The preliminary interview with him was very good. On the day of surgery he was professional, I say once again thank you! (surgeon: Dr. Patrick Holzmann)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jan.2020, date of rating: 04.02.2020

 unverified rating about the Schulthess Klinik, Zürich
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The entire stay was extremely positive, where commitment meets humanity and expertise in all areas. THANK YOU!!! 

About the surgery:
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My hip replacement on October 8, 2024 went excellently, thanks to Prof. Dr. Leunig and his team! After just 10 days, I no longer needed any painkillers, I was able to safely drive a car again after 4 weeks! (surgeon: Dr. Michael Leunig)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2024, date of rating: 06.11.2024

 unverified rating about the Spital Wolhusen
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Had a very good experience, am totally satisfied. Unfortunately the hospital is a bit older, but the staff are very friendly and very accommodating. 

About the surgery:
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Had surgery on my right hip three weeks ago. I can now walk without sticks again. I'm very happy so far. I can only recommend the hospital. (surgeon: Dr. Ralf Baumgaertner)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2024, date of rating: 29.10.2024

 unverified rating about the Berit Klinik, Speicher
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After my 5th operation in June 2024 at the Berit Clinic Speicher (hip TP, chipped knee cartilage, knee TP, psoas tendon, shoulder) I sum up: anesthesia, care, mobilization, food: highly professional - in one word: excellent! For orthopedics, the Berit Clinic is the only option for me. 

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transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2024, date of rating: 17.07.2024

 unverified rating about the Privatklinik Obach, Solothurn
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Hip surgery on both sides 

About the surgery:
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Quick recovery (surgeon: Dr. Von roll)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in May.2020, date of rating: 08.09.2023

 unverified rating about the Spital Lachen, Lachen SZ
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Very friendly and helpful staff, fine food 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint (surgeon: Dr. Dr. David Buchmann)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Aug.2023, date of rating: 31.08.2023

 unverified rating about the Hirslanden Klinik Birshof, Münchenstein
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good medical education, support and care by doctors and nursing staff, good food, good physio, whole hospital stay was top. 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint, no problems, back home after 5 days. I am very pleased. Thanks. (surgeon: Dr. C. Forster)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jan.2023, date of rating: 24.05.2023

 unverified rating about the Spital Uster
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Good service and great surgical team Dr. Wyss and Dr. Küttel  

About the surgery:
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new hip joint and broken elbow. Surgery without any problems and quick recovery, good care (surgeon: Dr. Rudolf Wyss)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2021, date of rating: 07.12.2022

 unverified rating about the Spital Thun
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Very competent explanation and planning of the surgical procedure by Dr. Mini 

About the surgery:
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Hip joint inserted and the following day mobilization already took place. Extremely minor pain. Nursing staff very knowledgeable and helpful! (surgeon: Dr. Dr. Mini)

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transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2022, date of rating: 26.11.2022

 unverified rating about the Berit Klinik (Gruppe), Speicher
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top surgeon dr. Christoph Knoth Abtwil. He replaced two hip joints in just one operation. I recommend this human and goal-oriented surgeon to everyone who has hip problems. Good kitchen and nursing staff always friendly and helpful 

About the surgery:
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2 hip joints in just one operation by dr. Christoph Knoth Abtwil. Is rarely done and saves the patient a general anesthesia and other activities. Op went off without any problems... after 4 days I was able to go home with crutches. (surgeon: Dr. Christoph Knoth)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Apr.2022, date of rating: 04.05.2022

 unverified rating about the Sonnenhofspital, Bern
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The operation went very well with the best results. Excellent care from exceptionally friendly and competent nursing staff. Good and varied cuisine 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint inserted Walk again without aches and pains (surgeon: Dr. Tobias Wyss)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Feb.2020, date of rating: 10.04.2022

 unverified rating about the Schulthess Klinik, Zürich
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Great clinic, everything is just right - treatments and care. 

About the surgery:
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Hip prosthesis on both sides in just one surgical session, went without any problems. (surgeon: Dr. Hannes A. Rüdiger)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2020, date of rating: 25.08.2021

 unverified rating about the reha andeer, Andeer
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After a hip revision surgery due to an infection, I was in Andeer. After 5 days, I was transferred back to Klinik Gut by taxi from the rehabilitation center, as the rehabilitation center was overwhelmed by my pain. Not recommended after hip revision surgery due to infection.  
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Dec.2020, date of rating: 14.04.2021

 unverified rating about the Spital Bülach
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Very good doctors, friendly and comprehensive care. Replacement knee joint and hip surgery a few years ago. Both operations went without complications and with perfect results. I would choose the Bülach Hospital again at any time.  (surgeon: Dr. Els)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Feb.2021, date of rating: 11.03.2021

 unverified rating about the Asana Spital Leuggern
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Nursing staff under pressure 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint (surgeon: Dr. Dr. Bruderer)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2019, date of rating: 10.03.2021

 unverified rating about the Berit Klinik, Speicher
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impeccable 

About the surgery:
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artificial hip joint; without any problems (surgeon: Dr. Mischa Vincenti)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2020, date of rating: 09.03.2021

 unverified rating about the Adus Medica, Dielsdorf
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Very competent staff, friendly, helpful and always available when needed Great team right down to the cleaning ladies. A great feeling to be in such good hands! Thanks for that!!  (surgeon: Dr. Prof.Dr. med. Christoph / Dr.m Erggelet/. Gr)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2020, date of rating: 15.12.2020

 unverified rating about the Regionalspital Emmental AG (Gruppe), Burgdorf
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I am overall very satisfied With the services of the hospital. Knowledgeable and very friendly. Bravo Essential for the region 

About the surgery:
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Artificial Hip Joint (surgeon: Dr. Tobias Wyss)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jan.2020, date of rating: 24.03.2020

 unverified rating about the Kantonsspital Luzern
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About the surgery:
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hip replacement. NO problems (surgeon: Dr. Jan Weidner)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Dec.2019, date of rating: 30.01.2020

 unverified rating about the Regionalspital Emmental AG (Gruppe), Burgdorf
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Hospital Burgdorf and Langnau are not recommended! Unprofessional staff, even the chief physicians. Worst of all in the hip orthopedia. Better go to the Lindenhof group. Surgery and care were unprofessional, with me and various of my relatives 

About the surgery:
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Artificial hip joint. Pan was completely incorrectly set, and several muscles were damaged. Overdose on painkillers .. and I probably fell off the operating table, the whole right chest and shoulder area was blue after the surgery...Had to bear massive pain!!!
transl. from german, date of rating: 19.01.2020


The data on this page was last updated on October 24, 2022.