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Austria, Vienna
Hand surgery Treatment in Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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About the clinic
Hand surgery at Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) in Vienna, Austria, focuses on complex nerve repair and microsurgical techniques. The hospital is home to the Millesi Center, a global leader in peripheral nerve surgery. Diagnostics for these conditions typically include an ultrasound during consultation for around $500–$700 or an MRI of one area for around $600–$700.
Treatment is led by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Robert Schmidhammer, a specialist with over 35 years of experience in hand and peripheral nerve surgery. He has performed 900+ procedures and holds accreditations from both Austrian and German Societies for Hand Surgery. Univ.-Prof. Dr. Schmidhammer also belongs to the American Society for Peripheral Nerve Damage, focusing on nerve regeneration and brachial plexus injuries.
Advanced hand and nerve diagnostics
Before surgery, patients undergo precise imaging to map nerve damage and hand function. The clinic provides specific diagnostic tools to prepare for microsurgical intervention. These include:
- Hand surgery consultation. A session with Univ.-Prof. Dr. Robert Schmidhammer to evaluate mobility and pain.
- Ultrasound during consultation. A dynamic scan performed during the visit to see nerves and tendons in motion.
- MRI of one area. A detailed scan to identify internal structures and complex nerve injuries.
Surgical treatment options
The Millesi Center at WPK uses microsurgery and supermicrosurgery to treat delicate tissues. These methods involve high-powered magnification to repair tiny nerves and vessels in the hand and arm. The surgical team addresses several conditions:
- Hand and peripheral nerve surgery. Specialists repair damaged nerves to restore sensation and movement.
- Brachial plexus injury treatment. This reconstructive surgery helps patients with complex nerve damage affecting the entire arm.
- Nerve repair and reconstruction. Surgeons use advanced grafting and suturing techniques to fix severed or compressed nerves.
Quality standards at WPK
Wiener Privatklinik holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and was named one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek from 2021 to 2026. The facility houses 145 beds and supports over 30 medical specialties. International patients receive support through airport transfers, interpreters, and hotel booking services. Many physicians at the clinic, including Univ.-Prof. Dr. Schmidhammer, are ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide by Stanford University.
You may request a consultation for hand surgery at Wiener Privatklinik by leaving a request on Bookimed.
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1871
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300 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Hand surgery Treatment
12000 patients per year
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| diagnostics | Price | |
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| MRI of one area | $560 - $670 |
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Wiener Privatklinik (WPK): more details about the clinic
Austria, Vienna
The Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) is a private hospital in the university quarter of Vienna, Austria, next to the Vienna General Hospital and the Medical University of Vienna. Founded in 1871 and led since 1995 by a group of physicians, it works with more than 300 recognised doctors across over 30 specialities, and around 45 percent of its patients come from more than 20 countries. The clinic has 145 beds, seven wards and its own operating theatres, combining hospital medicine with a hotel standard of care.
Central European Cancer Center
Oncology is the clinic's central focus. The WPK Academy Central European Cancer Center brings together surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists and pathologists, and every case is discussed by an interdisciplinary tumour board before treatment begins. Care covers the full path from diagnosis to therapy, using:
- Minimally invasive and robotic surgery
- Radiotherapy
- Immunotherapy and chemotherapy
- Heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for tumours in the abdomen
The centre is especially strong in cancers of the:
- Breast, prostate and urinary tract
- Skin
- Lung
- Digestive organs
- Head and neck
- Gynaecological organs
- Bone and soft tissue
It is led by Prof. Christoph Zielinski, and its team includes cancer surgeons such as the thoracic surgeon Prof. Walter Klepetko.
Diagnosis and Early Detection
Diagnostics are gathered under one roof, so results are available quickly and without repeated appointments. Imaging includes MRI, CT, PET-CT and SPECT-CT, alongside endoscopy and molecular analysis. The clinic also offers liquid biopsy, a blood test that can detect signs of a tumour at an early stage.
Surgery and Other Specialities
Beyond oncology, the WPK covers:
- General and abdominal surgery
- Orthopaedics and traumatology
- Sports medicine
- Urology
- Gastroenterology and hepatology
- Cardiovascular medicine
- ENT
The Millesi Center at the clinic focuses on peripheral nerve surgery, using microsurgery and supermicrosurgery. An on-site radiotherapy centre is run with Amethyst, and an aeromedical centre offers pilot fitness examinations. Patients can also request an independent second opinion.
Quality and Recognition
The Wiener Privatklinik is certified to ISO 9001:2015 by Quality Austria for its quality management, patient care and safety. It has been named one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek and Statista for six years running, from 2021 to 2026, and was recognised by Deloitte as one of Austria's Best Managed Companies in 2025.
International Patients
A dedicated team supports international patients with appointments, cost estimates, translation and the organisation of their stay. Information is available in several languages, and the clinic is a short distance from the city centre and airport.
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Anonymous • Hand surgery Ukraine
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Pelikangasse 15, 1090 Wien, Austria
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