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A reference centre of the National Coordination of Rare Diseases (kosek) meets high standards in the care, education and research of rare diseases. It offers specialised consultation hours and information and coordinates a range of services for those affected across all ages. The aim is to provide the best possible support and care for children, adolescents and adults with rare diseases.
The University Centre for Rare Diseases Basel is a joint service of the UKBB and the University Hospital Basel USB. Since 2020, this service has been recognised by the cosecwhich is committed to improving the care situation for people affected by rare diseases.
Rare developmental disorders - summarised under ITHACA - are an extremely heterogeneous group of diseases. However, the diseases are characterised by the fact that they usually restrict both physical and cognitive development and neurological functions and can affect multiple organ and body systems. This is a challenge for those affected and their families, not only in terms of the often lengthy diagnosis and complex medical care, but also in terms of everyday life and mental health. Our centre therefore aims to offer comprehensive care to those affected and their families, to coordinate and support them and to set standards in care.
Patients are usually seen at the centre via Neuropaediatrics or Medical Genetics. We also regularly offer joint interdisciplinary consultations, depending on the need and issue. Other specialised departments are also involved in the care depending on the issue and necessity.
058 387 78 82 (Costs are settled via the health insurance company)
In the event of an emergency abroad, call the emergency number of your health insurance company. You will find the contact details on your health insurance card.
145 (Poison and Information Centre)
University Children's Hospital of both
Basel, Spitalstrasse 33
4056 Basel | CH
Phone +41 61 704 12 12
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The Medgate Kids Line provides quick and uncomplicated medical advice if your child is unwell. The medical team of our partner Medgate is available to you by telephone around the clock.
For emergencies abroad: Call the emergency number of your health insurance company. You will find this number on your health insurance card.
More information: On the Page of the emergency ward you will find everything you need to know about behaviour in emergencies, typical childhood illnesses and waiting times.
144 Outpatient clinic
145 Tox Info Suisse (Poisonings)
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