Dr. Christian Hierholzer

Professor

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Biography

Christian Hierholzer is a Senior Physician and Vice Director at the Department of Traumatology at the University Hospital Zurich, specializing in traumatic injuries and their treatment. His expertise encompasses a range of competencies in acute and geriatric trauma care, osteosynthesis, and the management of bone healing disorders such as pseudarthrosis. He has held various significant positions, including Senior Attending Physician at BG Unfallklinik Murnau and Medical License through the USMLE. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Hierholzer has a strong focus on academic contributions, having completed his dissertation on prognostic factors in colorectal cancer recurrences and habilitation on molecular mechanisms of hemorrhagic shock. He has also been involved in teaching at prestigious institutions like Cornell University and the University of Pittsburgh. His research interests include clinical evaluations of pseudarthrosis and osteoporotic fractures, as well as health services research related to trauma outcomes. With numerous memberships in professional organizations, he remains actively engaged in the field of traumatology, continuously contributing to both patient care and medical education.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Zurich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent from a recognized university Minimum 180 ECTS credits
Application Checklist
  • Matriculation certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of passport
  • Motivation letter
Specialization Notes

Department of Law