Health Study sounds the alarm for the Swiss hospital landscape
According to a study commissioned by the hospital association H+, the Swiss hospital landscape is not sustainable. There is therefore an urgent need for action. Hospitals and politicians are facing major challenges.
27.11.2025, 10:00
27.11.2025, 11:53
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According to the PwC study presented by H+ on Thursday, the demand for healthcare services is increasing, the shortage of specialists is becoming ever more serious and tariffs are not covering costs. Without fundamental changes, there is a risk of supply bottlenecks, longer waiting times, poorer quality and losses of up to 1.1 billion Swiss francs by 2045.
However, the study shows a way out of the misery: Better coordination among hospitals and adjustments to services, strengthening outpatient care and promoting digitalization.
According to H+, this requires a clear financial responsibility on the part of parliament. In addition, "modern care planning" is needed to ensure quality and security of care.
