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Best Hospitals for Hydrocephalus treatment in Israel 2024

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Hydrocephalus Treatment Overview in Israel

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

1. Arrival

  • Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
  • Admission to the hospital for examination and tests.
  • Medical paperwork completion.

2. Diagnostics

  • Physical examination to assess symptoms and health status.
  • MRI or CT scan to confirm the presence of hydrocephalus.
  • Lumbar puncture for cerebrospinal fluid analysis, if necessary.

3. Treatment plan development

  • Discussion about the best treatment options based on diagnostic results.
  • Formulation of a comprehensive treatment plan by a neurosurgeon.

4. Treatment

  • Endoscopic third ventriculostomy or shunt system implantation under general anesthesia.
  • Procedure duration varies depending on the complexity of the case.

5. Follow-up

  • Regular check-ups to monitor recovery and shunt function.
  • Adjustment of the treatment plan if necessary.

6. Rehabilitation

  • Physiotherapy to improve motor skills and strengthen muscles.
  • Occupational therapy for relearning everyday tasks.

Please note that the diagnostic and treatment plan is determined individually by the doctor and may vary depending on the specifics of the case. In addition to the above, other diagnostic and treatment options can also be applied.

What patients like

  1. Hydrocephalus efficacy. Patients often commend Israel's use of innovative Hydrocephalus treatments such as Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) and Ventriculoperitoneal Shunting (VP Shunting), leading to high efficacy rates.
  2. Doctor's professionalism. Israel's doctors, often members of international neurological associations, are praised for their expertise and extensive experience in treating Hydrocephalus.
  3. Cost. The Hydrocephalus treatment cost in Israel ranges from $42066 to $50000. Compared to the United States, where the average price is around $50,000, treatment in Israel is considerably more affordable.
  4. Service level. Many patients speak highly of the excellent service level, noting the professional and caring staff.
  5. Logistics. Patients often appreciate the smooth logistics, including treatment scheduling and accommodation arrangements.

What patients don't like

  1. Language Barrier. Some patients have reported difficulty in communicating with staff who do not speak fluent Russian or other foreign languages.
  2. Expectation vs Reality. Some patients express a desire for more significant results, indicating that the treatment outcomes sometimes do not meet their expectations.
  3. Cost Variations. The treatment cost can vary depending on the complexity of the case, which some patients might find misleading.

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

The average price for Hydrocephalus diagnostic and treatment in Israel is $45000, the minimum price is $42066, and the maximum price is $50000.
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Consultation with a neurologist from $80 from $317 from $374
Consultation with a neurosurgeon from $100 from $200 from $211
Craniotomy from $14000 -from $19020
Hydrocephalus surgeries, shunt surgeries from $20300 --
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 Hydrocephalus Treatment Centers in Israel: 8 Verified Options and Prices
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Hydrocephalus Treatment
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.4
Good
• 138 reviews
doctor Margalit Navo
Neurosurgeon
30 years of experience
Margalit Navo
  • Recognized by Newsweek as one of the World's Best Smart Hospitals in 2023, the clinic offers high-quality treatment for Hydrocephalus.
  • Performs a variety of neurosurgical operations, including procedures for Hydrocephalus management such as shunting and endoscopic third ventriculostomy.
  • Dr. Shlomi Constantini specializes in pediatric and adult neurosurgery, including Hydrocephalus treatment.
  • Dr. Constantini has extensive training in neurosurgery, with international studies in advanced neuro-endoscopy and microsurgical operations.
  • He is a recipient of prestigious awards such as the Mahaly Best Clinical Research Award from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
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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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Assuta Medical Center
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.5
Excellent
• 11 reviews

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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Joint Commission International  certificate for Assuta Medical Center
Olena Holovska • Nov 25, 2023
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Rambam Medical Center
Israel, Haifa
5
Excellent
• 1 review
doctor Joseph Guilbord
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Rambam Hospital is one of the greatest medical centers in Israel. Thousands of international patients visit the medical center every year. It offers more than 1,000 beds for inpatients. It is necessary to mention that the Rambam medical team includes leading Israeli specialists – professors and doctors, some of whom were even awarded the Nobel Prize. Up-to-date equipment and advanced technologies allow these high-level specialists to refine and develop in various realms of medicine.

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

Sheba Medical Center is one of the best hospitals in Israel and in the world. Newsweek International Magazine ranked Sheba Hospital in TOP 10 world's hospital in 2020. The hospital covers 1,990 specialties and over 1,500,000 patients all around the world visit Sheba Hospital for treatment every year.

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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
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+1
5
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Herzliya Medical Center
Israel, Herzliya
4
Good
• 1 review

Herzliya Medical Center is the leading medical center in Israel, which works since 1983 and follows international standards of medicine.

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Anonymous • Mar 8, 2020
I did my full medical check up in HMC. Very professional approach! The assistants Sima and Mara were very helpful and tried to accommodate all our requests. Highly recommend.
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Shaare Zedek Medical Center
Israel, Jerusalem
New

Shaare Zedek Medical Center is number one hospital in Jerusalem. It was established more than a hundred years ago but is continuously evolving and expanding even now. The statistics says that the hospital takes over 250,000 patients annually. Everyone who refers to Shaare Zedek Medical Center will be surely treated by highly-qualified specialists and within comfortable and warm atmosphere. This Clinic works in numerous directions and has the most popular Maternity Department in the country.

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Rabin Medical Center
Israel, Petah Tikva
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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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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 Hydrocephalus Treatment in Israel: Select Your Expert from 5 Experienced Doctors

Margalit Navo
Israel, Tel Aviv
Margalit Navo
Neurosurgeon
30 years of experience
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Dr. Margalit Navo is one of the best neurosurgeons in Israel who heads the Neurosurgery Department at Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center. Professor Navo obtained a medical degree at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (Israel) with following internship in the advanced surgical treatment of diseases of the base of the skull in the United States. Specialty Professor Navo operates adults and children with brain tumors. He applies minimally invasive endoscopic removal of skull tumors through the nasal cavity. This method helps to minimize injury to the healthy tissue, and thus a patient recovers faster. Prof. Margalit Navo has provided around 70 successful surgeries for meningioma treatment and over 100 surgeries for skull base tumors. Membership in professional organizations: Israel Neurosurgical Society North American Skull Base Society Israel Medicine Association.
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Shlomi Constantini
Israel, Tel Aviv
Shlomi Constantini
Neurosurgeon
40 years of experience

accreditations:

Congress of Neurological Surgeons
American Association of Neurological Surgeons
European Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery
International Federation of Neuroendoscopy
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Professor Shlomi Constantini is among the best neurosurgeons in Israel. He is an expert in neurosurgical care to adults and children. Prof. Constantini graduated from the Hadassah Medical School in Israel with following trainings of: Hippocampal Electrophysiology (Denmark) Supratentorial Tumor (Poland) Infratentorial Tumors (Netherland) Microneurosurgery (Switzerland) Advanced Neuro-Endoscopy (Germany). Specialty Doctor’s specialties are general and pediatric neurosurgery. He provides treatment of the brain and spine tumors in children, deals with congenital and neonatal disorders in bone structure. Professor Shlomi Constantini is a specialist in microsurgical operations, reconstructive interventions, surgical correction of vascular brain aneurysms. Awards Faculty Award for Research on Intracranial Pressure Measurements Leo Davidoff Award for Study Mahaly Best Clinical Research Award of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS). Scientific activity Dr. Constantini provides research activities in neuroendoscopy, brain studies, and pediatric brain incidentalomas. Membership in organizations Neurosurgical Society in israel Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) European Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery (ESPN) International Federation of Neuroendoscopy (IFNE) European Neurosurgical Society (EANS) International Society Pediatric Neurosurgery (ISPN).
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Updated: 5/27/2022
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