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Department Deformity correction

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The interdisciplinary department for complex conditions of the spinal column and extremities is the only one of its kind in Switzerland. Our highly specialised surgeons use the most precise, cutting-edge techniques available to treat congenital and acquired deformities throughout the musculoskeletal system. This unique interdisciplinary approach, which involves collective case discussions and coordinated operations, makes it possible to provide the best medical care to those affected.

Paediatric Orthopaedics

Mo–Th 8:00–17:00
Fr 8:00–16:00
Sa–Su Closed

Treatments

  • Club foot
  • Scoliosis – curvature of the spine
  • Hip dysplasia
  • Hallux valgus
  • Leg length discrepancy and axial deviations – treatment with external fixation techniques
  • Leg lengthening with magnetically driven intramedullary nail
  • Leg lengthening with Precice intramedullary nail in cases of post-traumatic leg length discrepancy
  • Correction of accident-related deformities of the forearm, hand and wrist

Our deformity correction specialists

News

Read more about Prof. Dr med. univ. Philipp Moroder to become the new Head of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Prof. Dr. med. univ. Philipp Moroder

Prof. Dr med. univ. Philipp Moroder to become the new Head of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

With effect from 1 October 2026, Prof. Dr med. univ. Philipp Moroder will take up the post of Head of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, succeeding Prof. Dr med. Markus Scheibel, who has led the departement since 2018.

Read more about Prof. Dr med. univ. Philipp Moroder to become the new Head of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery