Pancreatic cancer Treatment in Wiener Privatklinik (WPK)

Wiener Privatklinik (WPK) is a leading private hospital in central Vienna, Austria, founded in 1871. The hospital treats more than 7,000 patients annually, with approximately 40% coming from abroad, and reports positive treatment outcomes in 95% of cases.

Standards and Certifications

WPK represents a benchmark in Austrian private healthcare. It holds ISO 9001 certification for quality management, covering surgery, rehabilitation, intensive care, and inpatient care. WPK was the first hospital in Austria to receive certification for nursing and maintains high standards in clinical processes, personnel competence, hygiene, medical technology, and infrastructure. The hospital has received the Quality Austria Award for collaboration with leading medical institutions and has been included among Austria's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Awards and Recognition

WPK undergoes annual ISO 9001 audits, confirming compliance with quality management standards. The hospital has been included in Newsweek and Statista's rankings of the World's Best Hospitals and Austria's Best Hospitals. In 2017, WPK was recognized as Austria's Best Private Hospital by the Austrian Insurance Association based on patient survey results.

Medical Milestones

In 1987, WPK performed the first kidney transplant in a private hospital in Vienna.

Specialized Centers

Aeromedical Center

One of Austria's longest-established aeromedical centers, providing comprehensive medical examinations with results available within the same morning for many assessments.

Cancer Center

The Cancer Center offers personalized oncology treatment, combining targeted therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery when indicated. Patients undergo histopathological testing to support accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment planning. Univ. Dr. Christoph Zielinski is one of the center's leading oncology specialists.

Orthopedics and Traumatology Center

The center specializes in hip, knee, spine, and foot surgery, including joint replacement procedures. Prof. Rainer Kotz is internationally recognized for his expertise in arthroplasty.