Orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen

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Orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen: what to know

An orthopedic surgeon specialises in bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments. They diagnose and treat injuries and conditions of the musculoskeletal system, either with non-surgical treatment such as physiotherapy or with surgery such as a joint replacement.

When to book an appointment

Persistent knee, hip or shoulder pain
A sports injury or a torn ligament or tendon
Arthritis that limits your everyday movement
Advice before, or follow-up after, an operation

Costs in Switzerland

Medically necessary treatment is covered by compulsory basic health insurance (LAMal/KVG); depending on your model, a family doctor referral may be required.

Frequently asked questions — orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen

Orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen: how many practitioners?

Synamed lists 40 practitioners – Orthopedic surgeon – in St. Gallen (postcodes: 9000, 9006, 9007, 9016). Show their number to call the practice.

Orthopedic surgeon near St. Gallen: which other places?

You will also find practitioners nearby: Niederteufen (4, 3,2 km), Wittenbach (1, 4,4 km), Speicher (8, 5,3 km), Herisau (5, 8,3 km). Across the canton (St. Gallen), Synamed lists 74.

Orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen: how do I book an appointment?

Choose a postcode or turn on “Bookable online”: practitioners who offer booking on Synamed are shown first. For the others, show their number and call the practice.

How much does a consultation cost?

The price depends on the consultation. Medical services are billed under the TARDOC tariff and covered by basic health insurance (LAMal/KVG), minus your deductible and co-payment. Complementary medicine is usually covered by supplementary insurance.

My insurance requires me to see my family doctor first. What should I do?

With a family-doctor, HMO or telemedicine model, you must usually contact your family doctor, HMO centre or advice line before seeing a specialist. Check the terms of your policy before booking.

Is a video consultation covered?

As a rule, yes: a video consultation with a doctor is covered by basic insurance like a visit to the practice, with the same deductible and co-payment.

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Orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen: what to know

When to book an appointment

Costs in Switzerland

Frequently asked questions — orthopedic surgeon in St. Gallen