Ratings from patients about this topic:
Back and RE surgery, further treatment at Balgrist Zurich due to nerve injury, no empathy from either doctor or hospital,
FMH report confirms the doctor's breach of duty of care About the surgery:
Spondylodesis (surgeon: Dr. Karl Zweifel)
transl. from german, date of rating: 25.05.2024
I came with severe back pain. I asked about an examination in the tube. We only do this in bad cases. Cortisone and home. On the same day, a severe disc hernia with a pinched nerve was diagnosed and I underwent emergency surgery at the Hirslanden Clinic.
transl. from german, date of rating: 20.12.2023
At any time. Very good infrastructure, best performance in the medical and nursing field. Very positive experience. About the surgery:
Disc herniation L3/L4. Absolutely no problems and now about a week after the operation already very good recovery. Zero complications. Particularly noteworthy is the super good and constant information in all matters & the very high level of commitment from the doctor and nurse. Thank you very much. (surgeon: Dr. Jilali Rhiati)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2023, date of rating: 29.06.2023
Op result good to very good. Staff unfriendly, very poor supervision, no communication, no patient support. I went home after 3 days after a severe back (ALIF) operation, as a consequence of the poor treatment I had to go to the regional hospital with the ambulance with intestinal obstruction. About the surgery:
Had ALIF back surgery 4 months ago. 8 hours of surgery and night in the monitoring room, I felt left alone and didn't get any information on my questions, I didn't understand where I was and what happened to me. I was never asked how I was doing. (surgeon: Dr. Pietro Scarone)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Feb.2023, date of rating: 18.06.2023
After the operation at the IMC there was a staff member who was very bold with patients and relatives, who had absolutely no patience and no sensitivity for the patient. If you asked him a question you would be answered in a cheeky way and treated as a fool. About the surgery:
back O.P. Surgeon and anesthesia were very good (surgeon: Dr. Niklas Aebli)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in May.2023, date of rating: 19.05.2023
I would walk again because of my surgeon, Dr. Gautschi. Nursing wasn't very good for the first 3 days. After that I had better nurses About the surgery:
Spinal fusion back, with intervertebral disc prosthesis (surgeon: Dr. Oliver Gautschi)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2022, date of rating: 23.12.2022
The total spinal stenosis L4/5 was successfully operated by Dr. D.Jeszensky.
A thank you to Mrs. Dr. Madleine Niederer for anesthesia without side effects. Discharge on the 3rd day after the operation without much pain. About the surgery:
Spinal canal stenosis L4/5 (surgeon: Dr. Deszö Jeszenszky)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2022, date of rating: 03.11.2022
Unfortunately, I had very bad experiences on the psychological ward. I encountered a lot of incompetence. Was ordered to a recumbent bike despite a stiff back. It started with numbness from hind legs, increasing. After a week my whole body was numb. Til today……
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Aug.2022, date of rating: 17.09.2022
(surgeon: Dr. Niklaus Aebli)
inpatient treatment in May.2022, date of rating: 12.05.2022
The staff is attentive, helpful, competent nursing staff, you feel in good hands About the surgery:
Back surgery (surgeon: Dr. Ali Reza Fathi)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Dec.2021, date of rating: 20.12.2021
My wife has been operated by Dr. Bärlocher several times, fom electrodes to morphine pump, everything was pointless and had to be removed. The madness was on October 22, 2021, massive back surgery, totally bad condition, rehab Walzenhausen, back to the clinic and on Nov 17 put in front of the door
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2021, date of rating: 18.11.2021
Rooms far too small, the elevators are frighteningly small, too. The nursing staff is OK.
Certainly not a contemporary hospital of the newer generation * About the surgery:
2x spine
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2020, date of rating: 29.09.2021
Department / team spinal surgery: unbeatable in every respect. Treatment, care, administration, cleanliness, hotel... the highest level of competence and humanity everywhere. I am a retired doctor and overwhelmed. About the surgery:
Spinal canal stenosis eliminated. No pain on the 5th day after surgery, relatively fit, it is a miracle to me to walk straight again. (surgeon: Dr. Mazda Farshad)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jul.2021, date of rating: 12.07.2021
Great clinic, everything very professional and very friendly nursing staff About the surgery:
Cervical spine, cervical spinal stenosis, the operation went without any problems and I also recovered very quickly, 5 days after the operation I was able to go home at my own request (surgeon: Dr. Frank Kleinstück)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jan.2021, date of rating: 08.02.2021
I was taken seriously by all functions and very good cared for About the surgery:
disc hernia cured
went without problems, quick recovery after the intervention (surgeon: Dr. Oliver Schmidt)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2020, date of rating: 24.09.2020
I've already been several times in the Schulthess clinic in Zurich. Spinal problems have led me via various other clinics to Schulthess. What I liked most is the very human contact with the doctors. About the surgery:
Stiffening of the spine from L3 to S2 with 10 screws, and bone collection from the iliac bone. Went without problems. Wonderful care by Doctors and nursing staff. (surgeon: Dr. Dezsö Jeszenszky)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Mar.2020, date of rating: 14.04.2020
The operation on the spinal cord was a success! The two Drs., Prof. R. Bernays and Dr. Ch. Woernle, took ample time before the operation to explain to me the options I had and afterwards about the healing process.
I did feel to be in very competent hands and experienced professionals. About the surgery:
Because of immense pain in the right leg, part of the spine had to be fixed in order to give the nerves more space.
The operation of roughly 2 hours went well and the recovery could start after a few days - physio treatment.
No complications afterwards at all! My anxieties turned to joy! (surgeon: Dr. Woernle Christoph)
inpatient treatment in Feb.2020, date of rating: 21.03.2020
Disinterested, arrogant, cynical.
Despite recurrent hernia (already operated) inflammantion and strong pain...x-ray and a chiro student. Several mails to the directorate, recall by quality Manager (stressed out) and an assistant physician from the ER About the surgery:
Spinal disc surgery, since then I have muscle cramps in the leg and osteoarthritis in the facet joints. Currently a recurrent disc hernia, staff showed no interest in the patient's concerns. Discharged without an interview. No idea what follow-up treatment, what medication, whether I'm able to work? (surgeon: Dr. Mazda Farshad)
transl. from german, date of rating: 20.02.2020
I had a rebleeding that no one acknowledged. After the surgery, the other arm was limp and still half a year later I did not have the same force as before the Operation. About the surgery:
2 place holders/cages inserted in the cervical spine. After the Operation, still had "high-grade foraminal stenosis" at this altitude, although the surgery was exactly done for that purpose. The fingers are still numb. (surgeon: Dr. Florian Wanivenhaus Michael Betz)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Aug.2018, date of rating: 08.02.2020
Kantonsspital Baselland (Bruderholz): Good hospital that is overshadowed by competitors such as the University Hospital and Bethesda in Basel-Stadt. Limitations in follow-up treatment. Struggling with enormous pressure to save money (privately run). Rehab staff sometimes overwhelmed (in terms of time and About the surgery:
Spinal canal stenosis of the lumbar vertebrae. Severe abscess in the surgical area, only discovered four weeks later due to the surgeon's illness. Emergency revision surgery required. Rehabilitation was laborious, difficult and long, full of pain. "Incidents" that trained staff should not have allowed to
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Nov.2023, date of rating: 07.09.2024
The emergency room is a disaster
Very unfriendly and an endless wait.
After they had given me an infusion
nobody showed up for an hour.
There seems to be a huge shortage of staff.
The reason I was in the emergency room is a slipped disc
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2024, date of rating: 22.06.2024
I would like to express my sincere gratitude and highest appreciation to Prof. Frank O. Wernli and his excellent team in the Salem Hospital Department A2. From the first consultation to the aftercare, I always felt I was in the best hands. About the surgery:
disc prolapse (surgeon: Dr. Frank O. Wernli)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in May.2024, date of rating: 21.05.2024
There is no privacy at all in the hospital and there is no sign of data protection. Preparation for anesthesia is carried out in a room with 4-5 patients. After that, everyone knows everyone else's name and what the operation is.
What a shame for the good doctors. About the surgery:
Disc surgery (surgeon: Dr. Martin Seule)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Mar.2024, date of rating: 07.04.2024
Very bad experience. Spinal disc surgery, sent home after 4 days, lack of space. Movement is hardly possible, let alone showering independently etc. I caught a throat infection during my stay, eating/drinking was impossible. Wasn't addressed or examined and I was given normal food. About the surgery:
2 intervertebral discs replaced and stiffened
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Feb.2024, date of rating: 07.03.2024
Fracture of the cervical spine, care in the movement center
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jul.2023, date of rating: 23.11.2023
I was examined as an emergency patient after an accident. Discharged after about 3.30 hours. Called up again the next day. 5 vertebral fractures missed. I stayed in the hospital for 2 days to be monitored. Apart from vital signs, BE, pain medication and a short EKG, nothing happened. Nursing is too comput
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2023, date of rating: 05.11.2023
Instead of an infiltration concerning the spine, a manual treatment was carried out. The doctor in charge pushed around on my back so much that the 4th thoracic vertebra ruptured. This was confirmed by the chief physician consulted. There was a short apology saying something like this could happen
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2023, date of rating: 11.06.2023
I was admitted as an emergency and received in a very professional and friendly manner, and initial clarifications were carried out quickly and efficiently. A necessary operation was discussed in detail and carried out. Everyone on the ward was very friendly and answered my questions. About the surgery:
hernia and back injury. In my opinion, went smoothly. Currently still in the healing phase. (surgeon: Dr. Martin Thurnherr)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Apr.2023, date of rating: 02.05.2023
About the surgery:
Removal of a cavernoma from the spinal cord between C0 and C1, surgery went without problems, as announced slight sensory discomfort on the arm. dr Reisch took a lot of time during discussions and communicated very openly and transparently. He also stopped by several times after the operation (surgeon: Dr. Robert Reisch)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Sep.2021, date of rating: 25.02.2023
Great doctors, everything was explained well. Nursing staff 90% competent, great food About the surgery:
Back (surgeon: Dr. harald gebhart)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jan.2022, date of rating: 23.11.2022
Friendly interaction, one took the time to answer all questions (90-year-old risk patient) About the surgery:
Stiffened vertebra in the lower back after several injections (surgeon: Dr. T. Zsoldos)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2021, date of rating: 15.04.2022
Super friendly staff, already at the entrance, but also on the ward and during visits. Sometimes there are a lot of people in the room on the ward round, but it's a university hospital that trains a lot of young people who are always there. About the surgery:
Back surgery due to severe pain. came out very well, am not quite 100% yet but it looks good. there is also a good follow-up where you can ask questions.
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Oct.2021, date of rating: 15.01.2022
Since November 1st, 2021, the nursing staff has to take over the work of the hotel business. every city clinic has a better offer About the surgery:
Various back surgeries (surgeon: Dr. Karl Zweifel)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Feb.2021, date of rating: 15.11.2021
I had to stiffen two vertebrae in the lumbar spine. Also had foramen stenosis. The spinal stiffening worked, but the foramen stenosis was not treated at all. Repeatedly addressing it did not result in an answer. Never again Balgrist for spinal surgery! (surgeon: Dr. GIanmarco Colombo)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jul.2018, date of rating: 12.10.2021
The hospital used to be better, since it became an AG, a lot has changed. I have had more bad than good experiences there, unfortunately. Last time I had an emergency 9 months ago with a slipped disc. When I asked for help, I was told off by a nurse. I avoid this place
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Dec.2020, date of rating: 06.10.2021
Great stay, friendly, great success, no more complaints, prosthesis fits, anytime again! About the surgery:
Cervical disc prosthesis
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Mar.2018, date of rating: 21.06.2021
Great doctors, great staff. Mrs Hagman H Fellman H Lendenman and all the staff. good kitchen About the surgery:
I have 2 stiffened vertebrae, I am still at home recovering, everything is ok (surgeon: Dr. Christian Bärlocher)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in May.2021, date of rating: 04.06.2021
Patient autonomy is not respected. Paternalistic decisions are made behind patient’s back.
inpatient treatment in Mar.2021, date of rating: 29.03.2021
To many patients, and the nurses were overwhelmed About the surgery:
Herniated disc (surgeon: Dr. Hansjoerg Sebald)
transl. from german, inpatient treatment in Jun.2019, date of rating: 14.04.2020
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