Universitätsklink für Psychiatrie und Psyc

The University Hospital of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Bern (UPD) is a premier psychiatric institution in Switzerland, providing comprehensive mental health services and conducting advanced clinical research. As the primary psychiatric teaching hospital for the University of Bern, it integrates academic excellence with clinical practice across specialized departments for all age groups. The institution is a major site for clinical trials investigating novel pharmacological treatments, including psychedelics and rapid-acting antidepressants, as well as non-invasive brain stimulation techniques. UPD operates as an independent public-law corporation (AG), focusing on translational medicine to bridge the gap between laboratory findings and patient care. Its research portfolio covers neurobiology, social psychiatry, and the development of innovative therapeutic interventions for complex mental health conditions.