Medical focus areas

Post-operative Care in the Recovery Ward – Döbling Private Hospital

Patients who had surgery under general anesthetic are taken to he recovery ward where they are cared for by intensive care nurses. When patients wake up after anesthesia they may feel groggy, feel pain, some patients feel nauseated.

Diagnostics and Treatment of COPD

COPD – “chronic obstructive pulmonary disease” – is a chronic disease in which the airways and lungs are permanently narrowed (= obstruction). In the advanced stage, patients find it difficult to breathe, and simple everyday activities leave patients out of breath.

Dealing with Menopause - “Forever young” or “Forever woman”?

With the onset of menopause, a lot of things change in a woman's life. When the ovaries slow down and eventually stop their hormone-producing function, this can be accompanied by unpleasant symptoms for women - hot flashes, sleep disorders, mood swings, sweats. weight gain, etc.

The Desire to Have Children After Cancer Treatment

When women of childbearing age receive a cancer diagnosis and still want to have children, they are often very concerned because treatment for cancer can jeopardize their fertility.

Personalized Medicine in Oncology

The aim of personalized therapy is to achieve better therapeutic success with fewer side effects through medicine and therapy tailored to people, as the dosage is precise and individual, and to plan and carry out operations so individually that they offer the patient the best long-term success.

Surgical Reconstruction of Charcot Foot

Charcot foot (neuropathic osteoarthropathy) is a progressive disease of the foot that causes joint dislocations, pathological fractures and non-infectious destruction of bones and joints. The joints between the tarsal and metatarsal bones are most commonly affected.

Patients no Longer Need a Lead Apron during X-Ray Examinations

Modern technologies and new findings about the radiation risk to organs make it possible to do without heavy lead aprons and lead covers during X-ray examinations.

Custom-made artificial knee joint using the “Visionaire” method – precisely fitting and durable

Knee osteoarthritis is a sign of wear and tear of the cartilage in the knee joint, i.e. the cartilage that covers the joint surfaces becomes thinner over time. When bony parts of the joint rub against each other during movement, the typical pain and restricted movement usually occur.

What you can do for your feet

Foot disorders can have various causes. Deformities such as hallux valgus, but also diseases such as diabetes, rheumatism, arthrosis and various metabolic diseases can be the cause of painful feet.

How to avoid venous thrombosis on long-distance flights

In our circulatory system, blood is transported back to the heart via the veins. This is supported by the muscle pumps, which are stimulated during movement, i.e. by alternating tension and relaxation of the muscles.

Well prepared for the running season: expert tips for beginners and advanced runners

When the first warm rays of sunshine make themselves felt after a long winter, many runners are drawn outside again. Longer days and warm temperatures make the spring months particularly attractive for beginners, but ambitious runners are also now expanding their training again. This is the best opportunity to do some spring cleaning in your training plan and set off for new challenges.

Blepharoplasty (eyelid correction) in the Döbling Private Hospital, Vienna

It is said that eyes are the mirrors of the soul. An open, fresh look is pleasant and radiates vitality. Over the years, eyelids stretch and muscles supporting them weaken. Drooping eyelids and bags under the eyes tend to give a tired, sad impression.

Removal of Kidney and Urinary Stones Using Laser Lithotripsy

Kidney stones or urinary stones are crystals that form from certain substances inside the kidneys or in the ureter. They can be caused by unhealthy eating habits, genetic predisposition also plays a role.

Modern Cataract Surgery in the Private Hospitals “Döbling” and “Confraternität”, Vienna

A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye. It occurs more frequently with age and leads to progressive loss of vision and blurred vision, which can severely impact the quality of life. Pain is generally not associated, but if vision deteriorates, you should consult a specialist.

Corneal Transplant at the Döbling Private Hospital

The cornea is the front, crystal-clear part of the eye that lets light into the eye and is therefore crucial for good vision. The healthy cornea is about half a millimeter thick.