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Lupus erythematosus Treatment in Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)
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About the clinic
Patients receive care for lupus erythematosus at Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) in Vienna, Austria. This private hospital is known for its high medical standards, holding ISO 9001:2015 certification and appearing on Newsweek’s list of World's Best Hospitals for over 5 consecutive years. The facility brings together over 300 doctors across 30+ specialties to manage complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
Advanced diagnostics for lupus
The clinic uses a variety of tools to assess how lupus affects the body. Specialists focus on identifying organ involvement and inflammation levels through high-resolution imaging and molecular tests. The diagnostic process at the hospital includes several options:
- Interdisciplinary diagnostics. This includes MRI, CT, and PET-CT scans to check for internal organ damage.
- Molecular analysis. Doctors use these tests to understand the specific markers of the disease.
- Endoscopy and SPECT-CT. These tools provide detailed views of the vascular and digestive systems.
- Liquid biopsy. This method helps in the early detection of abnormal cell changes.
Personalized treatment and multidisciplinary care
Lupus treatment at WPK involves a collaboration between immunology and oncology experts. The hospital creates individual plans for every patient to manage symptoms and prevent flares. Because the disease affects multiple systems, a team of specialists works together under one roof. Treatment approaches include:
- Immunotherapy. This therapy helps regulate the immune system's response.
- Chemotherapy protocols. These are used in specific cases to suppress overactive immune cells.
- Tumor board reviews. For cases with oncological aspects, a board of experts discusses the best therapy path.
The hospital provides access to specialists like Prof. Georg Stingl, who focuses on dermatology and immunology, and Prof. Christoph Zielinski, a specialist in oncology. These experts help manage the skin, joint, and systemic complications of the disease. The facility also houses the Central European Cancer Center, which supports the most complex therapeutic needs. To learn more about treatment options in Vienna, you may request a consultation on Bookimed.
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1871
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300 doctors
Highest-Rated Clinic for Lupus erythematosus Treatment
12000 patients per year
Most Popular Clinic for Lupus erythematosus Treatment
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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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Pelikangasse 15, 1090 Wien, Austria
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