Clinique La Prairie (often referred to as CLP in the small world of longevity) is located on the shores of Lake Geneva in Montreux, Switzerland. It was founded in 1931 by Professor Paul Niehans, a Swiss physician who became known for pioneering cell therapy as a means of rejuvenation. Over the decades, the clinic has built a global reputation as one of the most exclusive and medically advanced longevity destinations in the world.
Why this matters
Clinique La Prairie addresses the fundamental challenge of modern life: how to extend healthspan, not just lifespan. By combining medical science, cutting-edge therapies and holistic wellness, it focuses on preventing disease, supporting cellular health, and slowing the effects of aging in a highly personalized way.
Professor Niehans: the origins of CLP
Professor Paul Niehans’ early work with cell therapy attracted worldwide attention, including high-profile patients such as political leaders, artists and royalty. Today, the clinic is led by CEO Simone Gibertoni, who has been instrumental in positioning Clinique La Prairie as a modern longevity leader with a global presence. The medical director, Professor Bruno Ribeiro, oversees its integrative medical approach, while international collaborations with scientists and physicians ensure a strong evidence-based foundation.
“Our mission is to help people live longer, healthier and fuller lives. We combine preventive medicine, genetics, epigenetics, nutrition and wellness to create unique longevity journeys.” — Simone Gibertoni, CEO
Clinique La Prairie’s distinctive “big idea”
Its central idea is the integration of four pillars: medical, wellness, nutrition, and movement. This 360° approach ensures that every guest is treated holistically, addressing not only clinical health but also lifestyle, mental balance and long-term vitality.
Step by step client journey
- Pre-arrival assessment: guests receive medical questionnaires and are guided to choose the program that best fits their goals, such as Revitalization, Detox, or Master Detox.
- Day 1: comprehensive diagnostics: medical consultation, advanced laboratory tests, cardiac checks, imaging, genetic or epigenetic analysis depending on the program. This initial phase provides the baseline for the personalized plan. The day is truly full of diagnostics.
- Throughout the stay: guests follow tailored schedules combining medical treatments, therapeutic sessions, spa therapies, nutrition protocols, and fitness or movement sessions. The “Revitalization” program, lasting one week, remains the flagship, with signature injections and therapies aimed at boosting cellular health and immune function. Compared to other medical wellness retreats, the schedule is really full.
- Education & coaching: nutritional workshops, mindfulness coaching, and lifestyle consultations ensure sustainable results after departure.
- Departure & follow-up: every guest receives a comprehensive health report (so comprehensive that some guests feel a bit overwhelmed by the quantity of information it contains!) and long-term recommendations, with optional follow-up services to continue monitoring progress.
Technologies, tests & environment
The clinic combines traditional diagnostics with advanced tools such as genetic testing, epigenetic profiling, microbiome analysis and oxidative stress measurement. Treatments may include revitalization cell extracts, IV infusions, cryotherapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and advanced physiotherapy. The serene environment of Lake Geneva, luxurious accommodations, and highly private setting reinforce the sense of restoration.
Scientific foundation & methodology
Clinique La Prairie pioneered cell therapy, which became its historical hallmark. Over the years, the clinic expanded into integrative and preventive medicine, embracing evidence from fields such as regenerative medicine, immunology and nutrition science. Today, it emphasizes cellular health, inflammation reduction, and longevity biomarkers as guiding principles.
Right now CLP is one of the few places offering stem cells therapies.
Programs, tiers & who they are for
The flagship Revitalization program is a one-week stay designed to enhance immunity, energy and cellular regeneration.
Other programs include Revitalisation Premium, Healthy Weight, Master Detox and Brain Potential. These are intended for those who want the absolute best solutions and approaches in proactive longevity. The clinic operates at the highest luxury tier.
The 7-day programs require a check-in on Sunday and a check-out on Saturday.
Clinique La Prairie also offers in-depth Health Diagnostic packages, Stem Cells protocols, as well as an extensive menu of à la carte services in all medical fields.
How results are measured & communicated
Progress is evaluated through medical reports, biomarker tracking, and lifestyle assessments. Guests leave with a comprehensive plan including lab results, lifestyle advice, and recommended follow-up, allowing measurable outcomes to be compared at future visits. The quality of the reports provided is outstanding. For some guests, it is so much information that they need a follow up consultation to help them understand some details (Serenity Ways introduces these guests to the right medical doctors and biologists for these consultations).
Outcomes, evidence & transparency
CLP protocols are continuously updated with advances in preventive and regenerative medicine. While the historical cell therapy remains part of its DNA, newer interventions are aligned with modern research in longevity science. Guests consistently report improvements in energy, sleep, weight management and overall well-being, although long-term scientific publication of outcomes is limited due to the highly personalized nature of programs.
Future vision & expansion
Clinique La Prairie has expanded its reach beyond Switzerland. In recent years, it opened Longevity Hubs in Madrid, Bangkok and Doha, among others, offering diagnostics and shorter programs, essentially focused on wellness.
More hubs are planned as part of its strategy to make the brand more globally accessible while keeping the Montreux clinic as the ultimate flagship for intensive one-week stays. Clinique La Prairie is also available in China, in Anji. It will open another Clinique La Prairie clinic in Saudi Arabia.
“We believe the future of health is preventive, personalized and rooted in scientific innovation. Clinique La Prairie is leading this movement worldwide.” — Simone Gibertoni, CEO
Accessibility & who can benefit
Clinique La Prairie’s programs are designed for those who can invest in the most advanced healthcare services. Guests typically include top executives, entrepreneurs, creatives and individuals seeking to protect their long-term health while enjoying a luxury environment. It is particularly relevant for people concerned about staying at the top of their performance, slowing down aging, optimizing their immunity, and fighting stress and lifestyle-related conditions.
Why choose Clinique La Prairie?
Clinique La Prairie is clearly one of the most prestigious names in medical wellness. What only CLP offers:
- A unique historical legacy as the pioneer of longevity medicine.
- A 360° approach integrating medicine, wellness, nutrition and movement.
- While you are at CLP, you can truly get an appointment with an expert medical doctor in any domain. This is really unique - and it justifies the cost of the programs at Clinique La Prairie, given how expensive the access to such specialists normally is.
Caveats:
- High costs - which is not a surprise, as CLP employs world-class experts in each medical field
- However, with Serenity Ways, CLP guests enjoy room or suite upgrades, 300 CHF spa credit, early check-in and late check-out, while paying the best available price
- During and after their stay at Clinique La Prairie, guests receive a humongous quantity of information, markers and indications throughout their stay. Many guests ask Serenity Ways to introduce them to medical doctors and biologists who help them interpret the depth of information contained in CLP report.
Where to find more information
Here is the detailed information and prices about Clinique La Prairie.