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Best Hospitals for Spina bifida (cleft spine) treatment in Israel 2024

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Spina bifida (cleft spine) Treatment Overview in Israel

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Step-by-Step Roadmap

Arrival

  • Transfer from airport to the clinic.
  • Settle into the clinic or hotel.
  • Complete necessary paperwork.

Diagnostics

  • Physical examination to check for symptoms of Spina bifida.
  • Ultrasound imaging to visualize the spine.
  • MRI scan for detailed view of spinal structure.

Treatment plan development

  • Consult with medical specialists.
  • Develop a personalized treatment plan.

Treatment

  • Surgery under general anesthesia to close the spinal opening.
  • Post-surgical care and monitoring.

Follow-up

  • Regular check-ups to monitor recovery progress.
  • Adjust treatment plan based on individual"s healing process.

Rehabilitation

  • Physical therapy for strengthening and mobility.
  • Occupational therapy for improving daily functioning.

Remember, only a doctor can determine an appropriate diagnostic and treatment plan, as each case of Spina bifida is unique. Additional treatment and diagnostic options, such as genetic testing or shunt placement for hydrocephalus, may also be applied based on the individual"s condition.

What patients like

  1. Spina bifida (cleft spine) treatment efficacy. Patients report high levels of satisfaction with the treatment outcomes. Innovative treatments for Spina bifida in Israel include early-stage fetal surgeries that have shown promising results.
  2. Doctor's professionalism. Israeli medical professionals are highly trained and often have international qualifications and memberships in prestigious organizations. They also have considerable experience in treating Spina bifida.
  3. Cost. The Spina bifida (cleft spine) treatment cost in Israel varies from $28 to $790. This is competitive when compared with the average cost in the United States, which can exceed $60,000.
  4. Service level. High service level is another positive aspect often noted by patients. From nurses to professors, the medical staff is described as attentive, kind, and highly professional.
  5. Logistics. Many patients appreciate the organization of the treatment process, where everything is scheduled and optimized for the patient's comfort.

What patients don't like

  1. Communication. Some patients have reported issues with information relay, like the duration of consultations and the necessary pre-consultation procedures not being communicated properly.
  2. Waiting time. There might be a waiting time involved for certain procedures which some patients might find inconvenient.
  3. Additional costs. There might be some additional costs not included in the initial treatment cost estimate, which can cause dissatisfaction among some patients.

What's the Cost of Spina bifida (cleft spine) Diagnostic and Treatment Procedures in Israel?

The average price for Spina bifida (cleft spine) diagnostic and treatment in Israel is $228, the minimum price is $28, and the maximum price is $790.
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Best Spina bifida (cleft spine) Treatment Centers in Israel: 7 Verified Options and Prices
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Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Highest-Rated Clinic for Spina bifida (cleft spine) Treatment
Israel, Tel Aviv
4.4
Good
• 138 reviews
doctor Professor Shimon Rochkind
Leading doctor for Spina bifida (cleft spine) Treatment
Neurosurgeon
45 years of experience
Professor Shimon Rochkind

Sourasky (Ichilov) Medical Center is the largest multidisciplinary medical facility in Israel. Ichilov Hospital was ranked among Top 10 most popular clinics for medical tourists in the world, according to the Newsweek magazine rating.

The strongest specialties at Ichilov are Oncology, Onco-Hematology, Neurosurgery, Rehabilitation, etc.

90% is the average success rate of oncology treatment. Sourasky doctors invent new treatment options, so the hospital has received numerous awards for scientific discoveries.

Over 400,000 patients receive treatment at Ichilov annually.

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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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Hadassah Medical Center
Israel, Jerusalem
4.5
Excellent
• 12 reviews

Hadassah Medical Center is a state multi-specialty medical center located in Jerusalem, Israel. The strongest specialties are neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, and hematology oncology. Every year, over 150 Hadassah doctors are included in the TOP of the best doctors by Forbes magazine. Hadassah Medical Center serves both adults and children. 1,000,000 patients choose Hadassah Medical Center to get medical care every year. Patients from CIS, Europe & Commonwealth and Arab League States visit the clinic most often. In 2017, Melania Trump, former First Lady of the USA, visited Hadassah Medical Center as a leading Israeli hospital.

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accreditations:

Nobel Peace Prize certificate for Hadassah Medical Center
World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Hadassah Medical Center
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek certificate for Hadassah Medical Center
Екатерина • Jun 1, 2022
We had a remote consultation with Professor Ayala Hubert. The consultation was organized quickly, in a couple of days. The professor spoke in detail about the possible treatment and gave recommendations on which tests to take to control the disease. We are happy with the advice.
4.5
12 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
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 Joseph Guilbord
Joseph Guilbord

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
Thank you for your professionalism and help in organizing a video consultation with Professor Zuckerman.
5
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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
World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek certificate for Sheba Medical Center
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5
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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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Elisha Hospital
Israel, Haifa
New

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 Spina bifida (cleft spine) Treatment in Israel: Select Your Expert from 3 Experienced Doctors

Professor Shimon Rochkind
Israel, Tel Aviv
Professor Shimon Rochkind
Neurosurgeon
45 years of experience

accreditations:

World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies
Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Prof. Shimon Rohkind MD is one of the best neurosurgeons in Israel. He is also one of the best pediatric neurosurgeons, treating both children and adults consistent with Bookimed patient reviews. The doctor has over 35 years of practice under his belt. Professor Rohkind obtained education in different parts of the world, including: Canada: the Hospital for Sick Children for pediatric neurosurgery Germany: the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus for peripheral nerves surgery South Africa: Groote Schuur Hospital for peripheral nerve regeneration and surgical treatment of brachial plexus nerve. Specialty Professor Rohkind is an expert in neurosurgery, spinal surgery, and peripheral nerve microsurgery. He provides diagnostic and treatment of cauda equina syndrome (CES), intervertebral disc protrusions, and spinal disc herniation. For extramedullary and intramedullary tumors he applies minimally invasive techniques. Professor Shimon Rohkind uses modern laser and bioengineering technologies, the latest neuroendoscopic techniques for the most complex operations with minimal risk of complications. Scientific research Professor Shimon Rohkind continues studies of neuro spinal disorders treatment with surgeries and sonographic diagnosis of the shoulder girdle disorders. Among his scientific interests is microsurgical morphology of the facial nerve. Membership in organizations Heads the Israeli Society of Laser Neurotechnologies World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.
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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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Updated: 5/27/2022
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