A consultation with an orthopedist (traumatologist) at Wiener Privatklinik in Vienna, Austria, provides a specialized evaluation for orthopedic and traumatic conditions. This diagnostic visit is led by a recognized specialist in peripheral nerve and reconstructive surgery. The clinic holds ISO 9001 certification, which confirms that its quality management meets international standards.
The examination focuses on identifying issues related to the musculoskeletal system, including nerves and joints. The orthopedic specialist reviews the patient's condition to determine the extent of injuries or chronic diseases. Each session results in a personalized treatment program and a detailed cost plan for further steps. The clinic houses an Orthopedics and Traumatology Center known for its history in prosthetic development in Austria.
Prof. Dr. Robert Schmidhammer conducts the consultation. He has over 30 years of experience in traumatology and hand surgery. Dr. Schmidhammer is a member of the American Society for Peripheral Nerve Damage and the German Society for Hand Surgery. He also holds memberships in the Austrian Society of Traumatology and the Austrian Society for Hand Surgery.
This is an outpatient service that includes the primary consultation and necessary examinations. Patients receive a clear roadmap for their medical care after the visit. The package includes:
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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.
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:
The centre is especially strong in cancers of the:
It is led by Prof. Christoph Zielinski, and its team includes cancer surgeons such as the thoracic surgeon Prof. Walter Klepetko.
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.
Beyond oncology, the WPK covers:
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.
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.
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.
Individual treatment program and cost estimate
Average answering time – 5 minutes