Clinic for Surgery
"Our patients should know that they are in good hands before, during and after the operation. Competent advice, up-to-date treatment and individual care are therefore our top priorities." Dr Andreas Schierz, Head of the Department of Surgery
You are probably facing a surgical procedure with mixed feelings. It is all the more reassuring to know that you are in the best hands with us. Our experienced team, consisting of surgeons and nurses with many years of experience, guarantees you optimal treatment with the highest possible level of safety. We cover a wide range of treatment options and operations - including emergencies, of course.
Management and organisation of the Department of Surgery
Dr. med. Andreas Schierz
Consultant Surgeon, Head of the Department of Emergency and Acute Medicine, Hospital Management
Spital Zollikerberg
Departement Notfall- und Akutmedizin
Chirurgie
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Kathrin Hillewerth
Head of the Department of Nursing Expertise, Therapies and Counselling, Hospital Management
Spital Zollikerberg
Departement Pflegeexpertise, Therapien, Beratung
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
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Counsellor
Proper hand hygiene: small action, big effect
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