Contributions around the world of medicine
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Bonding: Why the first skin contact with your baby is so important
It is a unique moment that parents never forget: the first time they feel their newborn baby - tiny, warm, full of life. This first contact is more than just a moving moment. It is the beginning of a deep emotional bond between the child and its parents. In our obstetrics and neonatology department at Zollikerberg Hospital, we do everything we can to ensure that these first moments are calm, intimate and undisturbed.
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Chronic kidney disease - recognise it early, take targeted action
Our kidneys perform vital tasks - they regulate the fluid balance, filter the blood and keep the blood pressure in balance. If these functions are impaired over a long period of time, this is known as chronic kidney disease. The disease often progresses gradually and goes unnoticed for a long time. In our blog post, you can find out the underlying causes, how to recognise the first signs, what modern treatment options are available - and what you can do to prevent it yourself.
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Sudden pain? Keeping an eye on gallstones
Gallstones or inflammation of the gallbladder can lead to severe pain and recurring symptoms. The good news: thanks to minimally invasive, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, removing the gallbladder is now a routine procedure with a short recovery time. In this blog post, our head physician Dr Henner Schmidt explains when surgery is advisable, how the procedure is performed and what patients should know to ensure a speedy recovery.
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Today is Cholesterol Day: Time to do something good for your heart
In an interview with Dr Robert Schorn, Head Physician at the Nephrology and Dialysis Centre and certified lipidologist (DGFL), we have summarised some facts about cholesterol for you.
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A profession that touches - Saskia Lüdi, healthcare specialist (FaGe), talks about her work with premature and sick newborns in neonatology
In today's blog post, we take a look behind the scenes of neonatology at Zollikerberg Hospital - into the everyday working life of Saskia Lüdi, an EFZ healthcare specialist (FaGe), who cares for our young patients and their parents with great commitment and empathy. In this interview, she tells us about her day-to-day work, the special moments on the ward and what she loves so much about her job.
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Practical tips for a safe start as a parent: an insight into our parent driving school
The first few weeks after the birth are an exciting but also challenging time for many parents. We would like to provide valuable support during this important phase with our Parent Driving School - a free weekly programme offered by the Neonatology Clinic and the Women's Clinic. To give you an exclusive insight into the content and benefits of the Parent Driving School, we spoke to Dr Lena Pfender, our experienced paediatrician on the Parent Driving School team.
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Interview with Dr Robert Schorn, Chief Physician and Head of Nephrology and the Dialysis Centre
In this interview, Dr Robert Schorn, MD, who recently took over as Head of the Department of Nephrology and Dialysis at Zollikerberg Hospital, talks about his motivation for taking on the new challenge, his goals for the further development of the department and his experiences in medicine. He also gives an insight into how he relaxes in his free time. Find out more about the exciting developments in nephrology and dialysis and the future prospects for patient care.
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What you should know about cataracts - Interview on cataracts with Prof. Dr Matthias Becker, MD
Cataracts are one of the most common causes of visual impairment in old age and affect millions of people worldwide. Although the diagnosis often sounds frightening at first, the good news is that cataracts are now a very treatable eye disease. With modern surgical procedures, patients can often completely restore their vision and thus significantly improve their quality of life. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about cataracts - from the causes and symptoms to the latest treatment options. Find out how early diagnosis and timely treatment can help you to preserve your vision and stay active. If you or someone close to you notice the first signs of visual impairment, this article can serve as a valuable guide.
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Our hospital-at-home offer: inpatient care at home
In 2021, we became the first Swiss hospital to offer a fully-fledged alternative to hospitalisation with "Visit - Zollikerberg Hospital at Home". Patients receive medical care in their own home - at hospital level, but in familiar surroundings. The high level of satisfaction shows: Hospital at Home fulfils a contemporary need for care.