The 20 Best Encephalocele Doctors in Switzerland

Find the Top Encephalocele Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Encephalocele near Switzerland. Of these, 54 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Encephalocele

    Stylianos E. Antonarakis
    Advanced in Encephalocele

    Stylianos E. Antonarakis
    Referral may be required
    Geneve, GE, CH 

    Stylianos Antonarakis practices practicing medicine in Geneve, Switzerland. Mr. Antonarakis is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Knobloch Syndrome, Down Syndrome, Microcephaly, and Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Donat R. Spahn
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Donat R. Spahn
    Referral may be required
    Zurich, ZH, CH 

    Donat Spahn practices practicing medicine in Zurich, Switzerland. Mr. Spahn is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anemia, Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Lung Transplant.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Eugen Boltshauser
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Eugen Boltshauser
    Referral may be required
    Zurich, ZH, CH 

    Eugen Boltshauser practices practicing medicine in Zurich, Switzerland. Mr. Boltshauser is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Joubert Syndrome, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and Dandy-Walker Syndrome.

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    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Diego San Millan-San Millan Ruiz
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Diego San Millan-San Millan Ruiz
    Referral may be required
    VS, CH 

    Diego San Millan-San Millan Ruiz practices practicing medicine in Switzerland. Mr. San Millan-San Millan Ruiz is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Encephalocele, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Stephan C. Neuhauss
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Stephan C. Neuhauss
    Referral may be required
    Zurich, ZH, CH 

    Stephan Neuhauss practices practicing medicine in Zurich, Switzerland. Mr. Neuhauss is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Usher Syndrome, X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus, Syndactyly Type 2, and Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD).

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Eva M. Ruegg
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Eva M. Ruegg
    Referral may be required
    Geneve, GE, CH 

    Eva Ruegg practices practicing medicine in Geneve, Switzerland. Ms. Ruegg is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Noma, Keloids, and Encephalocele.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Marc Prod'homme
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Marc Prod'homme
    Referral may be required
    Lausanne, VD, CH 

    Marc Prod'homme practices practicing medicine in Lausanne, Switzerland. Mr. Prod'homme is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His clinical expertise encompasses Erysipelas, Lymphangitis, Epidural Abscess, Encephalocele, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Bassel Hallak
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Bassel Hallak
    Referral may be required
    Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Sitten, VS, CH 

    Bassel Hallak practices practicing medicine in Sitten, Switzerland. Mr. Hallak is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tonsillitis, Meningoencephalocele, Meningocele, Sinusitis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Manina M. Etter
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Manina M. Etter
    Referral may be required
    Basel, BS, CH 

    Manina Etter practices practicing medicine in Basel, Switzerland. Ms. Etter is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Encephalocele, Arteriovenous Malformation, Myelomeningocele, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Tim J. Hallenberger
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Tim J. Hallenberger
    Referral may be required
    Basel, BS, CH 

    Tim Hallenberger practices practicing medicine in Basel, Switzerland. Mr. Hallenberger is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocephalus, Arachnoid Cysts, Encephalocele, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Nicolin Hainc
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Nicolin Hainc
    Referral may be required
    Zurich, ZH, CH 

    Nicolin Hainc practices practicing medicine in Zurich, Switzerland. Hainc is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cerebelloparenchymal Disorder 3, Brain Tumor, Periventricular Heterotopia, Focal or Multifocal Malformations in Neuronal Migration, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Ladina Ruegg
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Ladina Ruegg
    Referral may be required
    Zurich, ZH, CH 

    Ladina Ruegg practices practicing medicine in Zurich, Switzerland. Ms. Ruegg is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Vasoconstriction, Myelomeningocele, Encephalocele, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Federico A. Santoni
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Federico A. Santoni
    Referral may be required
    Lausanne, VD, CH 

    Federico Santoni practices practicing medicine in Lausanne, Switzerland. Mr. Santoni is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Hypogonadism, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Walid Bouthour
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Walid Bouthour
    Referral may be required
    Geneve, GE, CH 

    Walid Bouthour practices practicing medicine in Geneve, Switzerland. Mr. Bouthour is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Arachnoiditis, Parkinson's Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Vincent Zoete
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Vincent Zoete
    Referral may be required
    Lausanne Branch, 
    Lausanne, VD, CH 

    Vincent Zoete practices practicing medicine in Lausanne, Switzerland. Mr. Zoete is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Knobloch Syndrome, Microcephaly, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, and Herpes Simplex Encephalitis.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Justyna Iwaszkiewicz
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Justyna Iwaszkiewicz
    Referral may be required
    Lausanne, VD, CH 

    Justyna Iwaszkiewicz practices practicing medicine in Lausanne, Switzerland. Ms. Iwaszkiewicz is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Knobloch Syndrome, Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Salim Bouayed
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Salim Bouayed
    Referral may be required
    Sitten, VS, CH 

    Salim Bouayed practices practicing medicine in Sitten, Switzerland. Mr. Bouayed is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningoencephalocele, Cellulitis, Branchial Cleft Cyst, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Marie-claude C. Addor
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Marie-claude C. Addor
    Referral may be required
    Lausanne, VD, CH 

    Marie-claude Addor practices practicing medicine in Lausanne, Switzerland. Addor is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses VACTERL Association, Gastroschisis, Ectodermal Dysplasia Neurosensory Deafness, and Johanson-Blizzard Syndrome.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    John A. Thorne
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    John A. Thorne
    Referral may be required
    Bern, BE, CH 

    John Thorne practices practicing medicine in Bern, Switzerland. Mr. Thorne is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. His clinical expertise encompasses Encephalocele.

    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Maria L. Licci
    Experienced in Encephalocele

    Maria L. Licci
    Referral may be required
    Basel, BS, CH 

    Maria Licci practices practicing medicine in Basel, Switzerland. Ms. Licci is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Encephalocele. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelomeningocele, Craniosynostosis, Megalencephaly-Capillary Malformation Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Rhizotomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Encephalocele?

    Encephaloceles are rare neural tube defects characterized by sac-like protrusions of the brain and the membranes that cover it through openings in the skull. These defects are caused by failure of the neural tube to close completely during fetal development. The result is a groove down the midline of the upper part of the skull, or the area between the forehead and nose, or the back of the skull. When located in the back of the skull, Encephaloceles are often associated with neurological problems. Encephaloceles are usually dramatic deformities diagnosed immediately after birth; but occasionally a small Encephalocele in the nasal and forehead region can go undetected. There is a genetic component to the condition; it often occurs in families with a history of spina bifida and anencephaly in other family members.

    When should I see an Encephalocele doctor in Switzerland?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Encephalocele doctor in Switzerland?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Encephalocele doctor in Switzerland?

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    How does MediFind rank Encephalocele doctors in Switzerland?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Encephalocele doctors in Switzerland?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Encephalocele doctor in Switzerland?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Encephalocele doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Encephalocele doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Encephalocele doctor in Switzerland?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Encephalocele doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Encephalocele doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Encephalocele doctors in Switzerland?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Encephalocele doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Encephalocele doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Encephalocele doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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