8 Best Pulmonary Hypertension Treatment Clinics in Israel

Prof. Zvi Ram, a top neurosurgeon and head of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS), specializes in complex pulmonary hypertension cases with expertise in deep brain stimulation and minimally invasive techniques. The Sourasky Medical Center, recognized among the top 10 clinics globally by Newsweek, treats over 400,000 patients annually with a multidisciplinary approach.

Assuta Medical Center offers specialized care for pulmonary hypertension with a dedicated cardiology unit known for innovative techniques such as VenaSeal and Cryo. The clinic provides personalized treatment plans tailored to patient needs. Dr. Amir Kremer, a heart surgeon, contributes to the multidisciplinary approach in managing this condition. The facility is equipped with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies.

Prof. Neville Berkman, a pulmonology leader for 23 years, directs the department and is a Forbes Best Doctor. This Newsweek-ranked center offers a comprehensive diagnostic package from $6,326, covering CT angiography, echocardiography, and specialist consultations. Surgical options start around $45,000, if needed, following evaluation. Diagnostics also start from $25 for an ECG. The package includes an English interpreter and assistant.

Assaf Harofeh Medical Center was the first in Israel to use ECMO for severe lung failure, showing leading survival rates. As a JCI-accredited government hospital affiliated with Tel Aviv University, the center has over 60 years of medical experience. The cardiology department provides advanced imaging like CT and MRI alongside specialized catheterization. Patients benefit from a facility with 21 operating rooms and dedicated interpreter services. Located only 15 km from Ben-Gurion Airport, the hospital manages complex cases within its intensive life support and heart programs.

Meir Medical Center was recognized as the best hospital in Israel five times in a row. It is one of the largest hospitals in the country. Core specialties include spine surgery, pulmonology, nephrology, oncology, and orthopedics.

• 20,000 surgical procedures and 6,000 deliveries each year.
• Records 3.2 million physician visits annually.
• Performs over 320,000 hemodialysis procedures annually.
• Affiliated with the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University for training and research.
• Elected supervisor of the Olympic Committee of Israel; top athletes receive treatment there.

Kaplan Medical Center is a branch of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. It specializes in cardiology, ophthalmology, surgery, and HIV/AIDS treatment. The hospital holds JCI accreditation with near-perfect scores.

• Houses the largest HIV center in Israel – Neve Or. It helps HIV-positive parents have healthy babies.
• Ophthalmology department is the country's leader in retina operations and blindness prevention.
• Delivers over 6,000 babies per year at the gynecology and obstetrics department.
• Offers collection and storage of bone marrow cells for onco-hematology treatment.
• Performs laparoscopic surgery through small incisions for faster recovery.

Prof. Daniel Bitran, a leading cardiac surgeon with of experience, has performed over 10,000 successful operations. He specializes in prosthetic heart valves and reconstructive coronary artery procedures. As Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Shaare Zedek Medical Center, he holds memberships in the American Association for Thoracic Surgery and the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons.

Elisha Hospital is a private multidisciplinary hospital founded in 1935 on the Mediterranean coast. Its core specialties are infertility treatment and IVF, oncology, and cardiology. The hospital performs around 13,000 surgeries each year.

• Own on-site hotel for relatives, two swimming pools, sauna, fitness room, and a beauty salon.
• Independent center for reproductive medicine with a strong track record in successful IVF.
• Can detect cancers and cardiac issues at an early stage with high accuracy.
• International office provides permanent support throughout each patient's medical program.