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Best cardiac surgeons in Israel: TOP 13 doctors

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Aleksandr Lipey-Diamant

  • 4.4 Good 12 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Israel, Jerusalem, Hadassah Medical Center
  • Head of aortic surgery at Sheba Medical Center – Dr. Lipey-Diamant specializes in complex valve and aortic procedures with advanced European training.

    • Trained at Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris – a top heart surgery clinic
    • Specialized in heart valve correction across Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania
    • Completed residency under renowned cardiac surgeon Professor Bernardo Widne
    • Over 16 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery
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Moni Shuvi

  • 4.4 Good 12 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Israel, Jerusalem, Hadassah Medical Center
  • Specializing in minimally invasive mitral valve procedures and complex valvular interventions at Hadassah Medical Center – Dr. Moni Shuvi brings precision to advanced cardiac care.

    • Expert in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and mitral valve treatments
    • Skilled in PCI and coronary angiography for precise diagnostics and treatment
    • Focuses on high-risk myocardial infarction cases with tailored interventions
    • Fellowship-trained interventional cardiologist specializing in valvular heart disease
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Pevni Dimitry

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Prof. Pevni pioneered a unique method for heart valve replacement on a working heart – enhancing outcomes at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Performed groundbreaking aortic valve transplants, including for artificial heart patients
    • Specialized in minimally invasive techniques at top European centers
    • Professor and lecturer at Tel Aviv University's medical faculty
    • Member of prestigious cardiac surgery associations like AHA and EACTS
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Sami Viskin

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • 152 peer-reviewed articles and 4 clinical trials – Dr. Viskin specializes in complex cardiac arrhythmias at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Expert in rare conditions like Brugada and Long QT syndromes
    • Performs advanced cardiac ablation and pacemaker implantation
    • Highly rated across 15 cardiac conditions
    • Active researcher contributing to new treatment protocols
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Gideon Uretzky

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 44 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Leading cardiac surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and better outcomes.

    • Professor at Tel Aviv University
    • Expert in post-surgical cardiac rehabilitation
    • Specializes in minimally invasive valve surgery and CABG
    • Works at Ichilov Hospital – one of Israel's top medical centers
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Daniel Bitran

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  • Israel, Jerusalem, Shaare Zedek Medical Center
  • 10,000+ heart surgeries performed – Prof. Bitran specializes in valve corrections and coronary artery reconstructions at Shaare Zedek Medical Center.

    • 20+ years of experience in cardiac surgery
    • Founded and heads the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
    • Trained at Harvard University and Hadassah Medical Center
    • Member of international cardiothoracic surgery associations
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Finkelshtein Arik

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Finkelshtein has performed 100+ minimally invasive aortic valve replacements using advanced catheterization technology at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Pioneered unique valve implantations using pediatric-sized prosthetics for elderly patients
    • Trained in cardiology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles
    • Member of European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
    • Recognized by Israel Heart Society for innovative techniques
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Kramer Amir

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 39 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Named one of Israel's top-5 cardiac surgeons by Maariv newspaper, Dr. Kramer Amir specializes in complex heart valve procedures at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • 30+ years of experience in cardiac surgery
    • Trained in stentless bioprosthetic valve implantation at Oxford University
    • Performs advanced procedures like MIDCAB and ventricular assist device implantation
    • Member of Israel Doctors Association and Doctors Council
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Nesher Nachum

  • 4.5 Good 153 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
  • Dr. Nachum combines cardiac surgery expertise with 20+ years of volunteer service in global search and rescue missions at Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Chief commander of medical forces in the Israeli army
    • Trained in cardiac surgery with additional specialization in Canada
    • Recipient of the Medal of Honor in Israel for humanitarian efforts
    • Balances clinical practice with disaster response expertise
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David Luria

  • 4.4 Good 13 reviews
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Assuta Medical Center
  • Dr. David Luria is a cardiologist at Assuta Medical Center, specializing in heart surgery.

    • Specializes in heart surgery treatments
    • Experienced in managing complex heart conditions
    • Practices at Assuta Medical Center
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Gil Bolotin

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • Israel, Haifa, Rambam Medical Center
  • Head of Cardiosurgery Department at Rambam Medical Center – leading expert in heart surgery.

    • Specializes in advanced cardiac procedures
    • Over 15 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery
    • Member of prestigious cardiac surgery associations
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Installing heart pacemaker
$12,300 - $14,800
Radiofrequency ablation
$15,400 - $15,400
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Amir Kremer

  • 4.4 Good 13 reviews
  • Israel, Tel Aviv, Assuta Medical Center
  • Dr. Amir Kremer is a dedicated heart surgeon at Assuta Medical Center, specializing in advanced cardiac procedures.

    • Skilled in a wide range of heart surgeries
    • Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers
    • Committed to patient-centered care and optimal outcomes
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24 years of experienceComplex aortic and valve surgeryLeads Sheba's aortic surgery unit with specialized European training in advanced valve techniques. Trained at Paris' Marie Lannelongue Center – a top heart surgery clinic.
Israel
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26 years of experienceMinimally invasive valve proceduresSpecializes in minimally invasive mitral and aortic valve interventions, including TAVI. Fellowship-trained interventional cardiologist at Hadassah – Israel's leading cardiac center.
Israel
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41 years of experienceComplex valve replacementsPioneered working-heart valve replacement technique for safer outcomes. Faculty member at Tel Aviv University with specialized training across Europe's top cardiac centers.
Israel
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39 years of experienceComplex arrhythmia casesLeading expert in genetic arrhythmias like Brugada Syndrome with 152 research publications. Participates in clinical trials for advanced cardiac treatments.
Israel
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44 years of experienceMinimally invasive cardiac surgerySpecializes in minimally invasive techniques for valve replacement and CABG at a top Israeli hospital. Professor at Tel Aviv University with expertise in cardiac rehabilitation.
Israel
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Valve corrections and coronary reconstructionsSpecializes in complex valve and coronary procedures – performed 10,000+ surgeries. Heads cardiothoracic department at Shaare Zedek.
Israel
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41 years of experienceMinimally invasive aortic valve replacementPioneer in catheter-based TAVI procedures with 100+ successful cases. Performs unique pediatric valve adaptations for adults. Member of top European cardiovascular societies.
Israel
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39 years of experienceComplex heart valve proceduresSpecializes in stentless bioprosthetic valves – trained at Oxford University. Top-ranked cardiac surgeon recognized for advanced techniques like MIDCAB.
Israel
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35 years of experienceEmergency cardiac interventionsUnique blend of battlefield and disaster medicine experience informs his surgical approach. Chief commander of Israeli army medical forces.
Israel
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Heart surgery proceduresSpecializes in heart surgery with extensive experience at Assuta Medical Center. Focuses on managing complex cardiac conditions.
Israel
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