Initial assessment after three months: The Haus zum Falken has proved its worth
Prof. Dr. med. Hisham Fansa
July 22, 2026
10 min
Just over three months ago, Zollikerberg Hospital opened its new premises in the Haus zum Falken building at Stadelhofen station. Since then, the Zurich Women’s Emergency Clinic, Zurich Plastic Surgery and the Zollikerberg Breast Centre have been operating under one roof – in a building designed by Santiago Calatrava in the heart of Zurich. The aim of the new site was to bring established medical services together under one roof, to further strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and to offer patients modern, easily accessible outpatient care. Three months after the launch, those in charge are taking stock of the situation.
Frauen-Permanence Zürich: A tried-and-tested service at a new location
The Zurich Women’s Clinic has been established at Stadelhofen railway station for over ten years. With the move to the Haus zum Falken, the tried-and-tested services have been retained at the same location whilst being transferred to a modern facility.
Feedback from patients has been consistently positive. The bright premises, the pleasant atmosphere and the fact that the centre remains very easy to reach are particularly appreciated. At the same time, the physical proximity to the other specialist departments facilitates professional exchange and day-to-day collaboration.
Dr Marc Körnig, MD
“The move went very smoothly. Our patients have taken very well to the new premises. At the same time, we benefit every day from the short distances involved and the close collaboration with the other specialist departments.”
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Two questions for Dr Marc Körnig
1. What has been the most pleasant surprise for you over the first three months?
The fact that the team settled into the new premises so quickly. Everything was new to us too in the first few days. Now, our routines have become so well established that we can focus fully on our patients.
2. What do patients particularly appreciate about the new location?
Patients are very impressed by the modern facilities and the significantly more spacious surroundings. At the same time, they’re delighted to be able to welcome the team they’ve already come to know at the new location.
Plastic Surgery Zurich: Modern facilities and convenient access
The opening of Plastic Surgery Zurich at the Haus zum Falken has created a centrally located centre for reconstructive and aesthetic treatments.
As well as excellent accessibility, patients benefit in particular from close collaboration with other medical departments. Joint case discussions and streamlined coordination processes facilitate day-to-day treatment and enable even closer patient care.
Prof. Dr Hisham Fansa, MD
“The first few months have shown that the new premises offer ideal conditions for modern plastic surgery. The close proximity to the other specialist departments enhances interdisciplinary collaboration and directly benefits our patients.”
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Two questions for Prof. Dr Hisham Fansa
1. What has been the most pleasant surprise for you over the first three months?
I was a bit sceptical at first about the windows and the consultation rooms, but it’s true that nobody can see in, so patients have their privacy and both patients and medical staff can enjoy the view outside at the same time.
2. What do patients particularly appreciate about the new location?
Its central location and excellent accessibility are always mentioned.
Zollikerberg Breast Centre: Integrated care for patients
The Zollikerberg Breast Centre also benefits from being housed within the Haus zum Falken. Close collaboration with the Plastic Surgery Department and the Zurich Women’s Emergency Clinic enables even better coordinated care – from diagnosis through surgical treatment to aftercare.
Short distances between the specialists involved facilitate communication and create the ideal conditions for comprehensive, patient-centred care.
Prof. Dr Hisham Fansa, MD
“Close interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial, particularly in the field of breast medicine. The new facility facilitates direct communication between the specialist departments and enhances the coordinated care of our patients.”
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Two questions for Prof. Dr Hisham Fansa
1. What has been the most pleasant surprise for you over the first three months?
It’s really great having everything so close by. Having the mammography unit and our colleagues from gynaecology all under one roof. Brilliant.
2. What do patients particularly appreciate about the new location?
Patients now come from all over the city; we can carry out pre- and post-treatment care right here at Stadelhofen. Our oncology colleagues also have their practice here at Stadelhofen, so patients can reach us quickly in an emergency.
Working together for integrated outpatient care
The first three months have shown that the Haus zum Falken concept is proving its worth. The combination of a central location, modern infrastructure and close collaboration between the three specialist departments creates the ideal conditions for high-quality outpatient care.
It is not only the medical teams who benefit from this integrated approach, but above all the patients. Haus zum Falken ideally complements the services offered by Zollikerberg Hospital and strengthens outpatient care in the Zurich region in the long term.
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