Chiropractor

Field of activity

The field of activity includes the treatment of patients with painful conditions and functional disorders caused by changes in the spine and pelvis, following diagnosis.

Professional qualification/further training

The professional qualification is possessed by

1) The professional aptitude for practicing the profession of chiropractor is possessed by^:15

a) with a federal diploma and further training title, who can prove the corresponding training and further training requirements; or

b) with another foreign diploma, the successful completion of a course of study listed in the Ordinance of the Federal Department of Home Affairs (FDHA) on recognized courses of study in chiropractic at foreign universities and with a federal continuing education title, the corresponding continuing education requirements.

2) Repealed

Special features

Minimum sum insured for liability: CHF 3 million

Authorization procedure and requirements

In accordance with Health Act Art. 7 ff and Health Ordinance Art. 29 to 31