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Surgery in Israel: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2024

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Discover the Best Surgery Clinics in Israel: 13 Verified Options and Prices

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Surgery Time - 3 hours
Stay in the country - 10 days
Rehabilitation - 14 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
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Yossefovitz Ofer
30 years of experience

Prof. Ofer Yossefovitz is a highly experienced Laparoscopic Urological Surgeon of Israel with expertise in Oncological Urology, Urologic Surgery, and Robotic Surgery. He has completed a Doctor of Medicine degree and has had research fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He has more than 25 years of experience in clinical practice, has published numerous research papers, and is a Senior Lecturer at Sackler Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University. He is a member of various medical organizations.

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Ron Greenberg
33 years of experience
Dr. Ron Greenberg is an experienced abdominal surgeon with over 20 years of experience, specializing in open and minimally invasive and Whipple surgery. He is the Head of the Colorectal Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center.
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Dan Fliss
38 years of experience

Professor, Oncologist

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Igor Suhotnik
34 years of experience

Dr. Igor Sukhotnik is a Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital (Ichilov Medical Center) and a visiting professor at Tel Aviv University, Israel with 29 years of experience. He is educated at Chernivtsi Medical University, Ukraine and has been a member of various medical associations.

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Our Surgery Techniques: What Suits You Best?

When considering Surgery, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:

Umbilical Hernia Repair

This surgical procedure corrects an umbilical hernia by closing the defect in the abdominal wall near the navel.

Pros: Minimally invasive with a low complication rate of 2-5%. Shorter hospital stay compared to other hernia surgeries.
Cons: Higher risk of recurrence compared to inguinal hernia repair, with a rate of 10-30% in some cases.
Effectiveness: Success rate of 90-95% in preventing hernia recurrence.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 1-2 weeks.
Best for: Small to medium-sized hernias around the navel, affecting infants or adults.

Hemorrhoidectomy

A surgical procedure designed to remove hemorrhoids, which are swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus.

Pros: High success rate of over 90% in eliminating symptoms. Offers a permanent solution to hemorrhoid-related discomfort.
Cons: Longer recovery time compared to less invasive options like lipoma removal. Potential postoperative pain and bleeding in 10% of cases.
Effectiveness: 95% success rate in symptom relief and recurrence prevention.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 2-4 weeks.
Best for: Severe hemorrhoids causing significant pain or bleeding. Suitable for grades 3 and 4 hemorrhoids.

Inguinal Hernia Surgery

This procedure involves repairing a hernia in the groin area by pushing the protruding tissue back into the abdomen and strengthening the abdominal wall.

Pros: Offers a permanent solution with a low recurrence rate of less than 3%. Minimally invasive options like laparoscopy result in faster recovery.
Cons: Requires general anesthesia, which may pose risks for some patients. Possible complications include infection and nerve damage.
Effectiveness:90-99% success rate in preventing recurrence.
Duration:1-2 hours.
Recovery:1-2 weeks.
Best for: Individuals with a protruding groin bulge and discomfort. Suitable for adults and children.

Hiatal Hernia Repair

This surgical intervention corrects a hiatal hernia by repositioning the stomach and reinforcing the diaphragm.

Pros: Laparoscopic techniques minimize incision size, reducing recovery time and pain compared to open surgery. Success rate is high, with over 90% of patients experiencing symptom relief.
Cons: Risk of recurrence exists, with up to 15% of cases needing revision. Potential for postoperative complications such as difficulty swallowing.
Effectiveness: 90% symptom relief in patients.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 2-3 weeks.
Best for: Patients with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or large hiatal hernias causing discomfort.

Appendectomy

This surgical procedure involves removing the appendix, typically due to inflammation or infection.

Pros: Often performed laparoscopically, reducing scars and recovery time. Success rates are high with 99% of cases resulting in complete resolution of symptoms.
Cons: Requires general anesthesia, which may lead to anesthesia-related complications in 1-2% of cases. Postoperative infection can occur in rare instances.
Effectiveness: 99% success rate in eliminating appendicitis symptoms.
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Recovery: 1-3 weeks.
Best for: Appendicitis and preventing rupture in patients of any age.
Prices: Cost of Appendectomy in Israel from $9,062

Lipoma Removal

The procedure involves surgically excising benign fatty tumors, known as lipomas, from the body to prevent discomfort or for cosmetic reasons.

Pros: Minimally invasive with local anesthesia, leading to less pain and faster recovery. High success rate of complete lipoma removal with minimal scarring.
Cons: Possible risks include infection and bleeding. Recurrence rate of lipomas can be around 5-10% post-surgery.
Effectiveness: 90% success rate in complete excision without recurrence.
Duration: The procedure takes 30 to 60 minutes.
Recovery: Recovery typically lasts 1 to 2 weeks.
Best for: Single or multiple lipomas causing discomfort or cosmetic concerns.

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

This procedure involves using an endoscope to diagnose and treat conditions of the bile and pancreatic ducts.

Pros: ERCP allows for both diagnosis and treatment in a single session, reducing the need for additional procedures. It has a high success rate, with 90% of cases successfully treating blockages or stones.
Cons: There is a risk of pancreatitis post-procedure, occurring in about 5-10% of patients. It requires sedation, which may not be suitable for all patients.
Effectiveness: 90% success rate in treating ductal blockages or stones.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Recovery: 1-2 days
Best for: Bile duct stones, strictures, and pancreatic duct issues. Ideal for patients needing both diagnostic and therapeutic intervention.