HEALTHCARE LAW

Our legal experts help our clients navigate the complex regulatory environment that governs healthcare, therapeutic products (drugs and medical devices) and related products, such as food, cosmetics and chemicals.

We represent and protect the interests of a wide range of clients in the healthcare ecosystem, including hospitals and clinics, physicians and medical practices, pharmaceutical companies, medical technology (MedTech) companies, patients seeking legal advice, and government agencies and public entities involved in healthcare.

We have a respected track record of assistance in the following areas:

• Corporate governance for healthcare organisations

• Civil and criminal liability in medical matters 

• Patient rights and duties

• Medical and pharmaceutical regulatory compliance

• Medical confidentiality and data security regulations

• Drafting and negotiating contracts for various healthcare industry transactions

• Health insurance and dealings with insurers

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We also partner strategically with our clients to deliver the following services:

• Advice on risk management strategies to prevent patient complaints 

• Advice on compliance with the Swiss Federal Therapeutic Products Act, particularly in the regulatory approval process for new drugs and medical devices

• Patient information and informed consent in connection with medical research or data management under the Swiss Federal Data Protection Act

• Support for the creation of new entities or practices in the healthcare field, including the granting of operating licenses

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