Dr. Sindre Gunleiksrud

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sindre Gunleiksrud is an experienced senior physician specializing in Hand Surgery at the University Hospital Zurich. With a focus on wrist surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and endoprosthetics, he has dedicated his career to advancing surgical techniques in hand and forearm trauma. He has extensive experience across various leading healthcare institutions, including roles at Oslo University Hospital, Karolinska Institutet, and Sahlgrenska University Hospital. His expertise is recognized through his membership in several prestigious societies, including the Federation of European Societies for Surgery of the Hand and the Swedish Medical Association. Gunleiksrud's educational background includes numerous residencies and specialization in orthopaedics and trauma surgery, underscoring his commitment to healthcare excellence.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Physician Hand Surgery

2023-01-01 — Present

University Hospital Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Leading hand surgery procedures and managing patient care in a prominent surgical department.

Senior Physician Hand Surgery

2022-01-01 — 2022-12-31

Cantonal Hospital Winterthur • Winterthur, Switzerland

Handled complex hand surgery cases and collaborated with surgical teams.

Senior Physician Hand Surgery

2021-01-01 — 2021-12-31

Oslo University Hospital • Oslo, Norway

Specialized in orthopaedics and trauma surgery, providing comprehensive surgical care.

Senior Physician Hand Surgery

2020-01-01 — 2020-12-31

HandCenter Stockholm • Stockholm, Sweden

Focused on innovative hand surgery techniques and patient rehabilitation.

Senior Physician Hand Surgery

2019-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Karolinska Institutet / Södersjukhuset • Stockholm, Sweden

Worked on advanced hand surgery projects and patient education initiatives.

Resident, Senior Consultant Hand Surgery

2016-01-01 — 2016-12-31

Karolinska Institutet / Södersjukhuset • Stockholm, Sweden

Engaged in hands-on surgery training and clinical research.

Resident Orthopaedics/Trauma Surgery

2014-01-01 — 2014-12-31

Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Gothenburg, Sweden

Participated in orthopedic surgeries and trauma care.

General Surgery Resident

2013-01-01 — 2013-12-31

University Hospital Northern Norway • Northern Norway

Trained in general surgical procedures.

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