This university hospital rheumatology department is part of the prestigious University Hospital Zurich (USZ) and offers comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for rheumatic and musculoskeletal disorders. The clinic serves as a specialized referral center not only for primary care patients but also for physicians and rheumatologists throughout Switzerland seeking advanced expert evaluation and treatment. With multiple conveniently located clinics across Zurich—including a specialized outpatient center at the airport—the department combines cutting-edge medical expertise with accessibility for international patients.
The clinic maintains specialized expertise across the full spectrum of rheumatological conditions, including inflammatory joint diseases, autoimmune systemic disorders, spinal disorders, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and muscle diseases. As part of a leading academic medical center, the department integrates clinical care with active research and continuing medical education, ensuring patients benefit from the latest advances in rheumatology. The clinic is recognized for its collaborative approach, working closely with other departments within USZ and providing specialized consultations to referring physicians across the country.
International patients benefit from USZ’s dedicated International Office, which facilitates second opinion consultations and provides comprehensive support services. The clinic’s three convenient Zurich locations—at the main campus, adjacent to the south campus, and at the airport—are designed to accommodate international visitors’ schedules and preferences. All appointments require physician referral, ensuring coordinated, evidence-based care from the outset.
Services
- Diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory rheumatic joint diseases
- Autoimmune systemic disease management
- Spinal disorder evaluation and treatment
- Osteoarthritis care
- Osteoporosis management
- Muscle disease diagnosis and treatment
- Specialized rheumatological consultations
- Advanced diagnostic services