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Best Hospitals for Cataract treatment in Israel 2024

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Cataract Treatment Overview in Israel

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Arrival

  • Receive VIP transfer from the airport to your hotel/clinic.
  • Complete necessary medical and personal paperwork.
  • Check-in to your hotel or clinic room.
  • Language assistance is provided if necessary.

Diagnostics

  • Eye examination will be conducted by an ophthalmologist.
  • Autorefractometry will be performed to measure refractive errors.
  • Slit lamp examination of the eye will be carried out.

Treatment Plan Development

  • Doctor will discuss and develop a personalized treatment plan.
  • Explanation of risks, benefits, and alternatives will take place.
  • Preparation for surgery or other treatment will begin.

Treatment

  • Outpatient cataract surgery will be performed under local anesthesia.
  • A small incision will be made to remove the cloudy lens.
  • An artificial lens will be inserted in the individual chamber.

Follow-up

  • Overnight stay at the clinic may be required for observation.
  • Follow-up appointments will be scheduled with the ophthalmologist.

Rehabilitation

  • Prescribed eye drops will be administered to aid recovery.
  • Avoid strenuous activities and protect eyes from sunlight.

Only a doctor can determine a definitive diagnostic and treatment plan, as each case is individual. Additional treatment and diagnostic options such as corneal topography, tonometry, or photorefractive keratectomy may also be applied based on the patient"s condition.

What patients like

  1. Cataract treatment efficacy. Patients appreciate the high success rate of cataract surgeries in Israel. Innovative treatments, like the use of femtosecond lasers and advanced intraocular lenses, further enhance the outcome.
  2. Doctor's professionalism. Israeli physicians are reputable for their skills and expertise. Many of them are members of international ophthalmologic organizations and have performed a significant number of cataract surgeries.
  3. Cost. The Cataract treatment cost in Israel varies from $7386 to $8772. Patients find it reasonable when compared to the average cost of cataract treatment in the USA, which is around $6000 per eye without insurance.
  4. Service level. Patients commend the high level of service in Israeli healthcare facilities, including excellent patient care and professional medical staff.
  5. Logistics. The logistical aspect of the treatment, including accommodation and translation services, is managed efficiently, making the treatment process stress-free for international patients.

What patients don't like

  1. Waiting times. Due to the high demand for cataract surgeries in Israel, patients may experience longer waiting times.
  2. Post-surgery communication. Some patients have reported difficulties in communication with the medical staff post-surgery.
  3. Hidden costs. There may be additional costs such as post-surgery medications and unforeseen complications which may not be included in the initial cost estimate.

What's the Cost of Cataract Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Israel?

The cost of cataract treatment can range from $2,280 to $4,660:

  • Turkey: Cataract surgery with IOL replacement from $2,230 to $4,990, Cataract surgery (one eye) from $1,870 to $4,270, Vitrectomy from $3,860 to $6,700, Cataract surgery (both eyes) from $2,820 to $5,260.
  • Poland: Cataract surgery with IOL replacement from $900 to $2,800, Cataract surgery (one eye) from $900 to $2,800, Vitrectomy from $3,400 to $5,800.

The doctor will determine the total treatment cost based on your needs and past treatments.

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Turkey Austria Spain
Cataract surgery (one eye) from $2500 from $6668 from $3682
Cataract surgery with IOL replacement from $2500 -from $6049
Consultation with an ophthalmologist from $130 from $116 from $388
ECG from $34 from $79 -
Extended analysis of blood from $250 -from $1057
Vitrectomy from $3000 from $5213 from $8416
Ophthalmological investigation from $130 from $300 -
Femtosecond laser from $1100 --
OCT (Optical coherence tomography) from $550 --
Cataract surgery (both eyes) from $4500 from $9605 -
Slit lamp examination from $40 --
Coagulogram ---
Ultrasound of the eye from $380 --
The total cost is calculated individually. It may range depending on your medical issue, doctor's qualification, procedure complexity and related complications (if they occur). You’ll get the exact price for a plastic surgery procedure after a consultation with a doctor.
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Best Cataract Treatment Centers in Israel: 10 Verified Options and Prices
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Cataract Treatment
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.4
Good
• 138 reviews
doctor Regenbogen Michael
Ophtalmologist
23 years of experience
Regenbogen Michael

In the Ophthalmological Center. Suraski diagnose and treat eye diseases in adults and children. Annually, surgeons-ophthalmologists of the clinic conduct more than 1,600 operations.

Treatment of cataracts occurs within one day, without hospitalization. During the operation, the old lens is replaced with a new, synthetic (intraocular lens).

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accreditations:

World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Patient choice for Check-up certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Fastest treatment organization certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Joint Commission International  certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
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Pamela Goldstein • Jun 30, 2019
They were extremely helpful and accommodating. The team nade it easy to book the appointment as well as following thru with another appointment . Dr Anouk was extremely thorough and efficient.
4.4
138 reviews
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Consultation with an ophthalmologist $850
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Assuta Medical Center
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.5
Excellent
• 11 reviews
doctor Yair Morad
Yair Morad

Assuta Hospital is the largest clinic of private ownership in Israel. It develops a lot of medical directions and is highly specialized in surgery, , cardiology (the use of VenaSeal, Cryo and MICRA and other innovative techniques) and oncology. The main distinguishing feature of this medical institution is a high level of attentiveness to the patient’s needs. The option of a surgical operation, an attending physician and a type of the room is not the complete list of things left up to the choice of the patient.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Assuta Medical Center
Olena Holovska • Nov 25, 2023
The online consultation was arranged very quickly and with the particular doctor we wanted to talk to. It was long, informative and insightful. We are very thankful for Bookimed team and the doctor for such a quick and efficient response.
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Rambam Medical Center
Israel, Haifa
5
Excellent
• 1 review
doctor Rina Leibo
Rina Leibo

In the clinic, Rambam treats congenital and acquired eye diseases in adults and children. To treat cataracts in the clinic use a laser LenSx American company Alcon.

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accreditations:

Joint Commission International  certificate for Rambam Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Rambam Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Rambam Medical Center
Дарья • Oct 16, 2023
Thank you for your professionalism and help in organizing a video consultation with Professor Zuckerman.
5
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Ophthalmological investigation $1000
ECG $100
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Assaf Harofeh Medical Center
Israel, Tzrifin
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doctor Itzik Avni
Itzik Avni

Medical complex "Assaf Harofeh" is the multidisciplinary medical facility, one of the largest in Israel. There is also a well-known center in the field of in treatment and obstetrics. Bookimed provides for you opportunity of treatment without intermediaries in this medical center. This clinic is characterized by a high professionalism of employees. Patients of the center get here a quality health care, good attitude and full support.

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Sheba Medical Center
Israel, Ramat Gan
5
Excellent
• 2 reviews
doctor Nirit Bourla
Nirit Bourla

The clinic specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus treatment. Here, such congenital anomalies as cataract and glaucoma are diagnosed and treated.

Annually, the department receives 3 000 patients in a day hospital and 40 000 outpatients.

Ophthalmologists also treat lens injuries and complications after previous operations.

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accreditations:

World's Best Hospitals 2020 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2022 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
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5
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Rabin Medical Center
Israel, Petah Tikva
New

Medical Center of Rabin Iczhak is one of the largest medical complex of Israel, providing medical services to patients from all over the country, where services are provided to all patients.

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World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Rabin Medical Center
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Meir Medical Center
Israel, Kfar Saba
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Meir Clinic is one of the leading medical centers in the Israel. It is located in Kfar Saba. The hospital is part of a larger complex Sapir. Hospital provides a range of treatment and diagnostic services, but is best known it received thanks to advances in the field of spine surgery and treatment of diseases of the lungs. Bookimed provides for you opportunity of treatment without intermediaries in this medical center.

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Kaplan Medical Center
Israel, Rehovot
New

Kaplan Medical Center is branch of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, which is located in Rehovot almost near Tel Aviv. This clinic is multidisciplinary medical complex. There are 23 departments. In addition, the center arrange the collection and storage of cells for use in onco-hematology treatment. Bookimed provides for you opportunity of treatment without intermediaries in this medical center.

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 Ramat Aviv Medical Center
Israel, Tel Aviv
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The Ramat Aviv Medical Center is one of the largest and leading private medical centers of Israel, specializing in the field of medical diagnostics, multidisciplinary surgery, cosmetology.The hospital uses all the innovative technologies in the field of surgery, cosmetology and radioisotope research.

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Elisha Hospital
Israel, Haifa
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Elisha Hospital in Israel (Haifa) is one of the best private multidisciplinary hospitals in Israel, which provides services in all medical fields at the highest level, both Israeli citizens and foreigners.Elisha Medical Center is located in a central area in the city of Haifa, located on the Mediterranean coast, was founded in 1935, and throughout its long history of existence enjoyed an impeccable reputation among patients.

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Get a Medical Assessment for Cataract Treatment in Israel: Select Your Expert from 12 Experienced Doctors

Elyia Levinger
Israel, Tel Aviv
Elyia Levinger
Ophtalmologist
26 years of experience

accreditations:

American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Dr. Elyia Levinger is an ophthalmologist, a leading eye surgeon of Israel, expert of the field in ophthalmic surgery. Не works in the Ichilov Medical Center. Dr. Levinger Eliya specializes in corneal transplantation, cataract surgery, laser eye surgery operations. He carried out fundamental research of the formation and development process of medical laboratories and Technion awarded for unique design of human vision. Dr. Levinger Eliya performs operations in the eye department of Medical Center. Sourasky ("Ichilov") in Tel Aviv. He is also a senior surgeon at the medical center "Enaim" in Tel Aviv and "Atidim Medical Center" in Ramat Hayal.Atidim Medical Center "in Ramat Hachayal. Education: Technion Faculty of Medicine; Internship and residency in the eye department of  Carmel Medical Center in Haifa; Further training Post Doctoral Fellowship at Toronto Western Hospital in Canada. Academic experience: Training students in the department of ophthalmology at the hospital Carmel. Clinical experience: He carried out numerous operations on the cornea and lens transplants. In 2007  he provides assistance  medical mission in Georgia. Dr. Levinger is a member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.  
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Updated: 5/27/2022
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