Birth at Zollikerberg Hospital
"Shaped by ethical values and many years of expertise, we combine tradition with innovation - for modern, individualised obstetrics. We have been supporting expectant parents with professional expertise and human closeness for over 160 years. Your needs and the safety of mother and child take centre stage for us. You are important to us, and as a team we are always there for you." Dr Barbara Blöchlinger-Wegmann, Chief Physician, Obstetrics Department, Women's Clinic
Together for your family happiness
Our obstetrics and gynaecology clinic provides you with personalised support during pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. With over 2,000 births per year, we are one of the largest maternity clinics in Switzerland. Every pregnancy is unique - we support you exactly where you need us. Your safety and that of your child are our top priority. That's why our labour ward with two integrated operating theatres is located next door to the neonatology department, with which we work closely. This means that we also offer comprehensive care for premature babies.
Our interdisciplinary team consists of obstetricians, midwives, foetomaternal specialists, neonatologists, nurses, breastfeeding consultants, anaesthetists, psychologists, nutritionists and diabetes consultants, attending midwives, medical practice staff and many other specialists. We are there for you - with your well-being and that of your child always in focus.
The services in obstetrics
Offers for patients with supplementary insurance
As a patient with supplementary insurance, you and your child are entitled to special services during your stay. We are also happy to offer you the option of a private consultation. We will be happy to advise you personally.
Welcome baby!
Welcome baby!
Zollikerberg Hospital is a modern hospital with a personalised atmosphere - made possible by our manageable size and close interprofessional cooperation. Midwives, doctors from the women's clinic, neonatology and anaesthesia, nurses from the maternity and neonatology departments, psychologists and employees from the hotel service and housekeeping are committed to your well-being and that of your child every day. As parents, you can look forward to the important event of the birth with joy and confidence.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about childbirth
Building department
You can reach us at any time on +41 44 397 26 41 and we will be happy to help you with any questions or concerns you may have.
Prenatal examinations
Our outpatient clinic at the Zollikerberg Hospital Women's Clinic is a pregnancy advice centre / information and advice centre for prenatal examinations recognised by the Zurich Cantonal Health Department.
Management and organisation of obstetrics
Dr. med. Barbara Blöchlinger-Wegmann
Chief Physician, Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecological Clinic
Spital Zollikerberg
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Catherine Thomann
Head of Building Department, Gynaecological Clinic
Spital Zollikerberg
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Monika Stirnimann
Head of Maternity Care, Gynaecological Clinic
Spital Zollikerberg
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Management and organisation of the women's clinic
Dr. med. Dimitrios Chronas
Chief Physician, Head of Gynaecological Clinic, Hospital Management
Spital Zollikerberg
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
Pia Schnitzler
Head of Women's Clinic, Administrative Head of BreastCentre Zurich, Bethanien & Zollikerberg, Managing Director of Spital Zollikerberg Fachpraxen AG, Hospital Management
Spital Zollikerberg
Frauenklinik
Trichtenhauserstrasse 20
8125 Zollikerberg
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The first few weeks after the birth are an exciting but also challenging time for many parents. We would like to provide valuable support during this important phase with our Parent Driving School - a free weekly programme offered by the Neonatology Clinic and the Women's Clinic. To give you an exclusive insight into the content and benefits of the Parent Driving School, we spoke to Dr Lena Pfender, our experienced paediatrician on the Parent Driving School team.
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Obstetrics and neonatology: hand in hand for you and your baby
The birth of a child is a unique moment - full of emotions, anticipation and perhaps also some uncertainties. In this intensive phase of life, it is particularly important that you feel that you are in good hands, both medically and personally. At Zollikerberg Hospital, we support you with an interdisciplinary, experienced team that works closely together. Our obstetrics and neonatology departments are there for you from pregnancy and birth to the first days with your newborn.
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