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PD Dr. med. Daniel Dindo

Switzerland

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Language Spoken: German, English

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Dr. med. Daniel Dindo is a distinguished surgeon with extensive expertise in colorectal and proctological conditions. He specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, hemorrhoids, anal fistulas, pilonidal sinus, incontinence, and virus-related changes in the anal region. He also conducts comprehensive evaluations for defecation disorders, including constipation and incontinence.

With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Dindo has held prestigious positions, including Senior Consultant at the City Hospital Triemli in Zurich and Senior Physician at the University Hospital Zurich. He is currently a partner at the Chirurgisches Zentrum Zürich, where he offers cutting-edge surgical treatments and patient-centered care.

Dr. Dindo has an impressive academic and professional background, holding certifications as a European Specialist in Coloproctology (EBSQ) and FMH Surgery. He is also a recognized leader in his field, serving as President of the Swiss Working Group for Coloproctology and National Representative for the European Society of Coloproctology.

Dedicated to both innovation and education, Dr. Dindo ensures high-quality, accessible care through telemedicine and in-person consultations, providing tailored treatment options for his patients' needs.

Experience

  • 2015: Partner of the Surgical Center Zurich
  • 2012 - 2014: Senior Physician, Clinic for Visceral, Vascular, and Thoracic Surgery, Triemli Hospital, Zurich (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. M. Weber)
  • 2006 - 2011: Senior Physician, Clinic for Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. P.-A. Clavien)
  • 2005: Assistant Senior Physician, Clinic for Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. P.-A. Clavien)
  • 2004: Assistant Physician, Surgical Clinic, District Hospital Männedorf (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. A. Hollinger)
  • 2000 - 2003: Assistant Physician, Clinic for Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. P.-A. Clavien)
  • 1999: Assistant Physician, Clinic for Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. R. Grüssner)
  • 1998: Assistant Physician, Clinic for Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich (Clinic Director: Prof. Dr. med. F. Largiadèr)

Education

  • 2015: President of the Swiss Working Group for Coloproctology
  • 2012: Vice President of the Swiss Working Group for Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS)
  • 2010 - 2013: National Representative of the European Society of Coloproctology (Society for Intestinal and Rectal Diseases)
  • 2011: Appointment as Private Lecturer of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Zurich
  • 2008: European Specialist in Coloproctology (EBSQ)
  • 2007: Appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor, University Hospital Zurich
  • 2006: Specialist in Surgery FMH
  • 1997: Doctorate in Medicine, University of Zurich
  • 1997: United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)
  • 1997: State Examination, Faculty of Medicine, University of Zurich

Services

  • Colon cancer
  • Diverticular disease / Diverticulitis
  • Chronic inflammatory bowel diseases
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Anal fistulas
  • Pilonidal sinus
  • Incontinence
  • Virus-induced changes
  • Diagnosis of defecation disorders (constipation/incontinence)

Expertise

  • Specialist in surgery, proctology

Membership

  • Swiss Society of Surgery (SGC)
  • Swiss Medical Association (FMH)
  • Swiss Society of Visceral Surgery (SGVS)
  • Federation of Swiss Invasive Physicians (FMCH)
  • European Society of Coloproctology (EBSQ)
  • Swiss Working Group for Coloproctology (currently President)
  • Swiss Working Group for Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SSSNM) (currently Vice President)