Surgery

Israeli surgeons complete robotic lung transplant without fully opening chest, spreading ribs

The new, robotic method requires only small incisions in the chest to allow robotic technology to connect the transplanted lung to the patient's blood vessels and airways. 

Robotic lung transplant surgery at Clalit-Beilinson Hospital
Medical robot

Israeli study shows success of robotic surgery in repairing complicated abdominal hernias

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President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog host children receiving lifesaving cardiac care through Save a Child’s Heart, in the President's Residence in Jerusalem, October 2026

Israeli charity Save a Child's Heart marks 30 years, 9,000 children treated


Surgeons remove bullet lodged in ex-hostage Daniella Gilboa's ankle since Oct. 7

Gilboa noted in her Instagram post that the day of her surgery was "one of the happiest days of [her] life."

 Daniella Gilboa and nurse at Beilinson Hospital

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A-ha's Morten Harket announces Parkinson's diagnosis and successful surgeries

"Many of his physical symptoms practically disappeared" after deep brain stimulation surgery.

 A-ha's Morten Harket announces Parkinson's diagnosis and successful surgeries.

'Important to set realistic expectations': Israel sees decline in plastic surgery, injections

"Setting realistic expectations is a cornerstone of every aesthetic procedure," said Dr. Meir Cohen, chairman of the Israeli Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

 Cosmetic surgery procedure (illustrative).

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Tel Aviv health clinic shut down after performing illegal liposuction

A ministry inspection discovered that the clinic was operating without the necessary license. 

 An illustrative image of surgeons conducting surgery.

Netanyahu’s health report: Cancer-free, pacemaker operational, infection persists

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s doctors released a medical report detailing the procedures he has undergone and his latest blood tests.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends the Tel Aviv District Court. December 24, 2024.

What surgery is Romi Gonen expected to have on her wounded hand? - explainer

Romi Gonen is expected to undergo surgery in hopes of regaining at least part of the lost function.

 Close-up of xray of hand.

Freed hostage Romi Gonen will undergo a 10-hour-long surgery, her mother reveals

"We know there is a very long initial surgery, about 10 hours. We hope there won’t be more surgeries, but there’s no way to know," Leshem Gonen said.

 Romi Gonen in an undated photo uploaded to social media on February 5, 2025.

New study links surgeon stress levels to improved patient outcomes

The cohort study, including 38 surgeons and 793 patients, suggests that increased surgeon stress at the start of a procedure is linked to improved patient outcomes.

 New study links surgeon stress levels to improved patient outcomes.