Surgery

January sets record for organ transplants in Israel with 54 procedures

During January, 54 transplants were performed on 47 patients, significantly higher than the previous record set in 2024, when about 36 transplants were performed in one month.

FEBRUARY 18, 2026|ByDR. ITAY GAL

An illustrative image of surgeons conducting surgery.

Virtual reality headsets and dedicated haptic gloves, In3D.

The future is already here: Cancerous tumors removed using 3D technology

Ichilov Hospital has adopted the tools of In3D to integrate 3D and virtual reality for the planning and training of complex surgeries.

FEBRUARY 9, 2026|ByLIOR NOVIK/MAARIV

Thirteen pediatric and heart patients from Zambia are spending Christmas in Israel as part of SACH’s humanitarian medical program, which provides free cardiac surgery to children from developing countries.

Zambian children celebrate Christmas in Israel after Save a Child's Heart surgeries

Thirteen pediatric and young heart patients from Zambia are spending Christmas in Israel after receiving free cardiac surgery as part of the Save a Child's Heart program in Holon.

DECEMBER 25, 2025|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

An ultrasound image of a tumor seen on a fetus (illustrative)

Israeli medical team removes 'largest-ever' facial tumor found on fetus

Checkups following the surgery showed “normal healing” and the baby will continue to have follow-ups until her teeth come in, the hospital said.

DECEMBER 18, 2025|ByLEO FEIERBERG BETTER

Understanding hairline lowering surgery: A rising trend in Turkey

DECEMBER 31, 2024ByISAAC KAPLAN

What prostate issue does Netanyahu have that requires him to undergo surgery? - explainer

Benign prostate enlargement is not cancerous and is very common—particularly in men after they reach the age of 50.

DECEMBER 29, 2024ByDR. ITAY GAL

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ministers and MK's attend a Special Session in Honor of President Santiago Peña of Paraguay at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, December 11, 2024.

Netanyahu undergoes prostate removal operation, court testimony delayed

Following the surgery, which lasted approximately two hours, Netanayhu was moved to the hospital's recovery room.

DECEMBER 28, 2024ByAMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on December 23, 2024.

Allan Billig: The plastic surgeon back in Israel for good

Currently, Alan Billig treats patients at Hadassah’s two medical campuses in Jerusalem and at its facility in Beit Shemesh, focusing on facial reconstructive surgery.

DECEMBER 20, 2024ByLEAH HAKIMIAN

Looking younger: Hyaluronic acid injections vs. facelift surgery

Filler injections and facelift surgery are popular for facial rejuvenation, but they differ in results and suitability.

DECEMBER 15, 2024ByIN COLLABORATION WITH DR. NIMROD FRIEDMAN – SPECIALIST IN PLASTIC, AESTHETIC SURGERY

Dr. Nimrod Friedman – Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery

Over 50,000 aesthetic surgeries performed in Israel since war began

Despite the war, Israelis seek solace in cosmetic procedures, with 54,000 aesthetic surgeries and 30,000 facial injections performed last year, alongside crucial treatments for conflict victims.

OCTOBER 21, 2024ByDR. ITAY GAL