Rambam Health Care Campus Haifa - Departments

The Department of Mammology offers the prevention, diagnostics and treatment of the full range of breast diseases using state-of-the-art medical technologies. The department specializes in breast cancer treatment and postoperative microsurgical reconstruction. The multidisciplinary team of doctors, which consists of surgeons, plastic surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, etc. is available for the patients. This is especially important when conducting early diagnosis and developing an optimal treatment plan.

The Department of General Surgery offers the full range of services in this field. The department specializes in cancer and endocrine surgery, surgical treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases and colorectal pathology, metabolic disorders, hernias, emergency surgical care and traumatology. The department treats more than 6,000 patients annually, and performs about 3,000 operations.

The Department of Cardiac Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in performing open and closed heart operations. There is offered a broad spectrum of surgical heart procedures, while the most common of these are coronary artery bypass surgery, valvular heart surgery and a combination of the two.

The Department of Hand Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of severe trauma wounds, diseases and deformities of the upper limbs. Carrying out extensive clinical and surgical activities, the Department is recognized as the top medical institution in the field of hand surgery in Haifa and the North of the country.

The Department of Neurosurgery at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of the entire spectrum of diseases of the central nervous system. The Department has 32 beds, including 11 neurointensive care beds. There are annually treated about 4,500 patients and performed over 1,200 surgical procedures.

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies of the oral cavity, jaw and face in children and adults. The patients are treated on an inpatient and outpatient basis. The Department is staffed by highly professional specialists with a long experience and profound knowledge in their field of specialization.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of musculoskeletal pathologies. The physicians of the Department have a unique experience in the field of sports medicine, traumatology, joint replacement, pediatric orthopedics, oncology, surgery of the spine, foot and hand surgery.

The Department of Thoracic Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the thoracic organs. It is the largest department of its kind in the country. The most important focuses of the Department of Thoracic Surgery include complex esophageal surgery, complex lung surgery, cancer treatment, as well as video-assisted surgery for traumas and diseases of the lungs and mediastinum.

The Department of Vascular Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus provides both diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases, including chronic and severe conditions and vascular traumas. In close collaboration with the Department of Nephrology, the medical team also performs kidney transplantations from the deceased and living donors for the patients with the end stage renal failure. Thus, the Department has performed about 500 kidney transplants.

The Department of Plastic Surgery at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in reconstructive surgery for congenital defects, as well as for major injuries resulting from automobile accidents, industrial accidents and war. The Department also offers a variety of aesthetic procedures. There is used state-of-the-art equipment and the latest techniques to ensure the best possible treatment.

The Department of Urology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract diseases in men and women, as well as of male reproductive disorders. The Department also has the most advanced equipment and imaging technologies to provide the full range of high quality urologic surgical procedures.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Rambam Health Care Campus provides the full range of gynecological, obstetric, and prenatal services, including prenatal diagnoses, management of high-risk pregnancies, ultrasound examinations, infertility and gynecologic oncology treatments. The Department has 90 inpatient beds, as well as specialized units and research laboratories. It is one of the largest departments at Rambam with a team of 40 physicians and about 100 nurses.

The Department of Otolaryngology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the entire spectrum of diseases of the nasal cavity and sinuses, ears, mouth, pharynx, larynx, as well as benign and malignant tumors of the head, neck and skull base. The Department deals with the patients of all ages and is the only center in Israel to introduce the state-of-the-art Da Vinci robotic system in its surgical practice.

The Department of Nephrology and Hypertension at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases and hypertension. In close collaboration with the vascular surgeons, the Department is the only center in Northern Israel implementing a kidney transplantation program. The clinic is renowned for its excellent patient care and active research activities.

The Department of Hematology and Hematologic Oncology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant hematological disorders. The Department includes multidisciplinary labs and the Blood Bank thus providing all conditions to ensure a successful comprehensive treatment of blood diseases of different severity. The Department also ranks among the leading centers of Israel specializing in the treatment of leukemia.

The Department of Cardiology at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of the entire spectrum of heart diseases. With 37 beds, the department is the largest of its kind in Northern Israel. The medical team consists of 22 cardiology specialists and 9 physicians.

The Department of Dermatology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases, including vitiligo, dermatitis and skin malignancies. The Department is one of the leading medical centers in dermatology in Israel.

The Department of Pulmonology at Rambam Health Care Campus diagnoses and treats patients with lung diseases. The Institute has several highly specialized clinics. These include the Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic, the Clinic for Fibrovascular Diseases, the Clinic for Oxygen and Respiratory Support, as well as the advanced Laboratory for Respiratory Functioning.

The Department of Neurology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the nervous system, including disorders of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves. The Department has a multidisciplinary staff with a long experience in different fields of neurology, which is necessary to use the most advanced technologies.

The Department of Rheumatology at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of different rheumatic diseases. The Department also has an extensive experience in treating patients with collagen diseases, including those of the heart, lungs and digestive system. The medical staff of the Department of Rheumatology is an active member of Israeli Rheumatology Society, European and American Rheumatology Associations.

The Department of Ophthalmology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the entire spectrum of eye diseases. There are offered eye operations and laser treatments for common, as well as rare and complex disorders. The Department is staffed by highly qualified eye specialists and has all the state-of-the-art medical equipment to diagnose and treat eye problems as effectively as possible.

The Department of Oncology at Rambam specializes in the comprehensive cancer treatment, including advanced chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is the only medical institution of its kind in Northern Israel. The Cancer Center is recognized by the European Society for Clinical Oncology (ESMO) and is one of the leaders in Israel. The Center actively participates in research projects in the field of cancer, including studies on new drugs and biological treatments for cancer, radiation therapy using new technologies and others.

The Department of Gastroenterology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of patients with different diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, biliary tract, pancreas, as well as those who suffer from inflammatory bowel diseases. The Institute ranks among the world leaders in its field and is actively involved in international clinical studies for new and experimental drugs.

The Department of Pediatric Urology at Rambam Health Care Campus deals with the diagnosis and treatment of congenital urological abnormalities in children, such as hypospadias, vesicoureteric reflux, kidney blockage, varicocele, hydrocele, undescended testicle etc. The Department participates in a number of pediatric urologic studies, for example, a study on testicular infections in children before adolescence.

The Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Rambam Health Care Campus diagnoses and treats children with inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal system. The Department also includes separate units specializing in liver diseases and lipids. In addition, the physicians of the Department are involved in a variety of clinical and basic researches.

The Department of Pediatric Cardiology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects in fetuses in utero, newborns, children and adolescents. The Department has won recognition for its top-class medical services not only in Israel, but also worldwide. In addition, the medical staff is regularly involved in clinical and basic research thus implementing new treatments and improving treatment efficiency.

The Department of Pediatric Endocrinology at Rambam Health Care Campus offers both diagnosis and treatment to infants, children and adolescents suffering from different hormonal diseases, growth disorders, puberty-related disorders and obesity. The Department has a unique and the only clinic in Israel specializing in the treatment of girls and women with Turner syndrome and a clinic for metabolic bone diseases.

The Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood diseases in children from birth to the age of 20. There are also performed bone marrow transplants. The Department is the largest one and the only of its kind in Northern Israel. It should be noted that the Department achieves a cure rate of about 80%, matching figures recorded in Western Europe and the United States.

The Department of Pediatric Nephrology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the comprehensive medical care to children with various kidney and urinary tract diseases. The Department operates a specialized clinic for children in varying degrees of kidney failure, as well as the Pediatric Dialysis Unit offering hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and hemofiltration.

The Department of Pediatric Neurology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system in children. This is the only medical institution of its kind in Northern Israel receiving young patients from other hospitals to treat severe and life-threatening neurological disorders. Medical care is provided on an inpatient and outpatient basis.

The Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Rambam Health Care Campus treats children with diseases or injuries of the central nervous system. The Department is the leading one in Israel. The physicians of the medical institution annually perform about 250 surgical interventions and receive about 1,000 patients.

The Department of Pediatric Orthopedics at Rambam Health Care Campus is the leading center in Northern Israel dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system in children, including injuries and fractures. The Department is among the national and world leaders in the Taylor Spatial Frame technology for highly accurate repair of deformities and elongation of the limbs.

The Department of Pediatric Pulmonology at Rambam Health Care Campus specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung diseases. The Department serves as one of the five Israeli Cystic Fibrosis Centers. There are annually treated over 4000 outpatients. The medical team uses the latest technologies and techniques to ensure the best treatment outcomes.

The Department of Pediatric Surgery offers the full range of modern surgical treatment of various diseases in children of all age groups. Preference is always given to minimally invasive interventions. Also, the department's specialists have unique surgical techniques, which have no analogues all over the world. The department is one of the leading in the country in the field of surgical treatment of children with oncological diseases, congenital defects, Crohn's and Hirschsprung's diseases.