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Prof. Dr. Pierre Alain Clavien
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9.50

Prof. Dr. Pierre Alain Clavien

hepatobilliary surgery, pancreatic & visceral surgery, surgical oncology, Whipple procedure
hepatobilliary surgery, pancreatic & visceral surgery, surgical oncology, Whipple procedure
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91%49 years9.5/10$$$13814No

Overview

Country, City
Switzerland, Zurich
Health facility
University Hospital Zurich
Medical unit
Department of visceral and transplant surgery

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. Pierre Alain Clavien is a highly experienced specialist in hepatobiliary, pancreatic & visceral surgery, as well as surgical oncology. With extensive experience, he has made significant contributions to the field, as evidenced by his scientific publications spanning a wide range of topics. Dr. Clavien has received numerous awards and is a member of prestigious medical associations worldwide, showcasing his expertise and dedication to advancing surgical techniques and treatments. His career highlights include serving as Professor and Director of the Division of Liver Surgery and Transplantation at Duke University and later as Clinic Director at the University Hospital Zurich. Dr. Clavien's research focuses on innovative strategies in liver transplantation, pancreatic cancer treatment, and surgical interventions. His pioneering work in ex situ normothermic perfusion and in the prevention of small-for-size syndrome has set new standards in the field, making him a leading figure in hepatobiliary surgery.

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Education
  • 1976 University degree, Geneva University of Applied Sciences, CH
  • 1982 Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Geneva, CH
  • 1983-1988 Training as a specialist in surgery, Department of Surgery, University Hospital Basel and Geneva, CH
  • 1989-1992 Ph.D. program, Institute of Medical Science and Immunology, University of Toronto, Ontario, CAN (SM Strasberg)
  • 1990 Specialist FMH
  • 1992-1993 Specialist training, Toronto General Hospital and Hospital for Sick Children, Ontario, CAN
  • 1992-1993 Fellowship, Pancreatic and Liver Surgery (ASTS accreditation), Toronto General Hospital and Hospital for Sick Children, Ontario, CAN
Experience
  • 1993 Clinical Associate, Liver Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Surgery, Toronto General Hospital and Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, CAN
  • 1994-2000 Professor and Director, Division of Liver Surgery and Transplantation, Duke University, NC, USA
  • 2000-2023 Professor and Clinic Director, Clinic for Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, CH
  • 2003-2023 Director, Swiss Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Center, Department of Visceral and Transplant Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, CH
  • 2012 Associate Professor, Hospital Paul Brousse, Paris, France
  • 2015 Co-Director, Liver4Life, Wyss Zurich Translational Center, Zurich, CH
  • 2023 Private practice, surgery for liver, pancreas, and biliary (HPB), Privatklinik Bethanien, Zurich, CH
Awards & Memberships
  • 1989 Annual Award of the Swiss Surgical Society
  • 2008 Otto Naegeli Prize
  • 2011 Gimbernat Prize, Societat Catalana de Cirurgia
  • 2012 Innovation prize in transplantation, Transplantation Society TTS 
  • UEGF Research Prize, European Federation of Gastroenterology
  • Member of the National Academy of Medicine, NAM (USA)
  • Member of the National Academy of Medicine (France)
  • Member of the National Academy of Surgery (France)
  • Member of the Swiss Academy of Medical Science, SAMW 
  • Member of the American Surgical Association, ASA
  • Member of the European Surgical Association, ESA 
  • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, FRCS
  • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, FRCS
  • Member of the American College of Surgeons, FACS 
  • Member of the Asian Surgical Association
  • Member of the European Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, EHPBA 
  • Member of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, IHPBA 
  • Member of the British Journal of Surgery Society
  • Member of the International Liver Cancer Association, ILCA 
  • Member of the International Surgical Group, ISG
  • Member of the Swiss Transplantation Society, STS
  • Member of the Transplantation Society, TTS
  • Member of the Swiss Society for Surgery, SGC

Languages

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English
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German
Spanish flag
Spanish
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French

Publications

Life Expectancy of Transplanted Livers: HOPE Against Aging?

1 November, 2025

A Lymphotoxin-Driven Pathway to Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

13 October, 2025

Recommendations on Perihilar Cholangiocarcinoma. The Milan Jury-Based Consensus.

6 June, 2025

Location

Rämistrasse, 100, 8091 Zurich, Switzerland

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The primary specialization of the doctor is hepatobilliary surgery, pancreatic & visceral surgery, surgical oncology, Whipple procedure.

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Prof. Dr. Pierre Alain Clavien has been practicing for more than 49 years.

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