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Itzhak Fried
40
years of experience

Itzhak Fried

  • Specialization: Neurosurgeon
  • 40 years of experience
  • Speaks:
    English, Hebrew
  • Online consultations: available
  • Workplace: Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Professor at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

    Dr. Itzhak Fried is a neurosurgeon at Sourasky Medical Center specializing in epilepsy and functional brain mapping. He graduated from Stanford University and completed his surgical training at Yale University. Dr. Fried holds a dual role as a scientist and professor at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine.

    • Performs brain surgery for children and adults with epilepsy and vascular malformations.
    • Uses Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and stereotactic radiosurgery for movement disorders.
    • Developed innovative methods to recover speech and memory functions after seizures.
    • Practices at Ichilov, a Newsweek-ranked hospital among the top 10 for medical tourism.

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Anonymous • HIV
Russian Federation
May 8, 2019
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Good day! During this treatment, I was only twice in this medical center, both times in the laboratory for blood donation, I waited 1 hour for the first time, 30 minutes for the second time, despite the fact that there was no visitor except me. All other actions, including the consultation of the doctor, were not in this clinic, so it is difficult for me, based on the foregoing, to make a different assessment. Also about the doctor. I was given the wrong doctor who was originally declared. I do not know anything about the current attending physician, please provide the data whenever possible. The doctor's conclusion, by the way, was also not carried out on Ichilov’s form — on a regular sheet and contains not the appointments that were made as a result, the doctor’s explanation of the side effects of the drugs (but I was going there, because your specialist said medicine without side effects and this was the key for me), appointed in the end and containing quite strong side effects.
Nikolenko YUliya • Consultation with an ophthalmologist
Moldova
Feb 4, 2026
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I am very satisfied with the outcome of the surgery; it is the best possible result that could have been achieved
What I appreciated the most was the support from coordinator Sergey and the clinic's representative, Denis. They assisted me with different questions and situations. They created an easy, pleasant, and friendly atmosphere. After the surgery, Denis helped purchase the necessary medications and always organized my transport from the clinic to home. He also assisted with currency exchange locations. I am very satisfied with the outcome of the surgery; it is the best possible result that could have been achieved. Heartfelt thanks to the Bookimed team!
I would like to express my gratitude to the coordinator, Sergey, and the clinic representative, Denis. They supported me throughout the entire treatment, were always in touch, guided, and assisted me. I would also like to specifically mention the clinic representative, Denis, who kindly took care of me and helped in difficult and confusing situations. Many thanks to him.
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At the clinic, I received a thorough examination and easy communication. The professors who performed my surgery achieved the most positive outcome in my situation, for which I am very grateful!
Lea
Uganda
Feb 8, 2026
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In general the expertise is world class
In general the expertise is world class and the hospitality with soft conversations made me feel at at home , all the best bookmed , all the best soursky hospital all the best medical team , all the best israel, Special thanks and hand clamp to my medical coordinator ''@HANNAH'' . GOD BLESS YOU FOR ME
Care for patient is good
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From airport pick up no need to struggle to where and your moving the hospital does it's best, doctor appointments are done , hospital bed , and doctors do what what they know best
Stanislav • Stomach cancer
Belarus
Jan 31, 2024
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We are very grateful for the small chance that these doctors gave us
We received a detailed consultation with Dr. Pelles Sharon and her assistant Denis. They explained everything, gave me a treatment plan, and the doctor was very attentive to details. We are very grateful for the small chance that these doctors gave us. I would also like to note the work of the coordinator, Yulia. A very sensitive, empathetic specialist, she was able to organize everything quickly. Thanks a lot!
Вячеслав • Male Check-up
Sri Lanka
Feb 2, 2023
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Service at the highest level
Service at the highest level. The doctor took exactly at the appointed time and spent about an hour. The problem was studied comprehensively and, as a result, logical recommendations were received and the doctor prescribed treatment. Accompanying Denis has extensive experience and a very interesting interlocutor. You have a good team! Well done!
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Qualifications

Itzhak Fried is a neurosurgeon specializing in brain surgery and epilepsy treatment. He is a Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and has academic ties to Yale University. Dr. Fried graduated from Stanford and Yale. He has an h-index of 64, which shows high scientific impact.

Clinical Specialization & Approach

Dr. Fried treats children and adults with neurological disorders. He performs surgical interventions for epilepsy and vascular malformations related to the disease. The specialist uses functional brain mapping — a technique to identify and preserve critical brain areas like speech and movement during surgery. He also performs stereotactic procedures and Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for movement and cognitive disorders.

The doctor treats conditions including:

  • Epilepsy
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Alzheimer's disease
  • Brain tumors and cysts
  • Essential tremor
  • West syndrome

Research & Innovation

Dr. Fried developed approaches to study how epilepsy seizures develop. He pioneered methods to recover speech and memory after epilepsy-related brain damage. The professor also created clinical guides and management programs for epilepsy patients. Additionally, his scientific work focuses on Deep Brain Stimulation and functional neurosurgery.

Work Experience

  • Professor – David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, USA
  • Neurosurgeon – Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), Israel
  • Instructor – Yale University, USA
  • Instructor – Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Israel

Education & Academic Training

  • Medical Degree – Stanford University, USA
  • Postgraduate Training – Yale University, USA

Surgical Procedures Performed

  • Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery
  • Surgical treatment of epilepsy
  • Gamma Knife and CyberKnife for brain tumors
  • Stereotaxic radiosurgery
  • Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS)
  • Surgical removal of brain cysts

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