Rambam Health Care Campus Haifa - Departments

The Department of Mammology offers the prevention, diagnostics and treatment of the full range of breast diseases using the very latest medical technologies. The department specializes in the treatment of breast cancer and postoperative microsurgical reconstruction. The patients can benefit from a multidisciplinary team of doctors, which consists of surgeons, plastic surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, etc. Thus, the department provides the most accurate diagnostics and comprehensive approach to treatment, which helps the doctors to achieve the best therapeutic results.

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 annually treats more than 6,000 patients and performs about 3,000 operations.

The Department of Cardiac Surgery offers the full range of open and sparing minimally invasive heart interventions. The most popular interventions include coronary artery bypass grafting, heart valve reconstruction and replacement surgery and a combination of these two types of interventions. A highly qualified team of professionals takes care of the patients' health. They have in their arsenal operating rooms with state-of-the-art equipment.

The Department of Hand Surgery offers the diagnostics and treatment of severe traumatic injuries, diseases and malformations of the upper limbs. The department's specialists have the most advanced medical technologies, such as microscopic surgery and electrical stimulation through implanted electrodes. Thanks to extensive clinical and surgical activities, the department is recognized as the best medical facility in the area of its specialization in Haifa and in the north of the country.

The Department of Neurosurgery provides the highly accurate diagnostics and modern surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The medical facility is recognized as the national leader in the treatment of benign and malignant tumors of the brain and spinal cord, vascular diseases, traumatic brain injuries, skull base surgery, microsurgery, as well as in the treatment of degenerative diseases and tumors of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. The department has 32 beds for inpatient treatment, including 11 beds in the Intensive Care Unit. The department treats about 6,000 patients and performs more than 1,300 surgical interventions every year.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Oral, Maxillofacial Surgery provides the high-quality diagnostics and treatment of pathologies of the oral cavity, jaw and face in patients of various age categories. Medical care can be provided both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Of particular interest are the detection and treatment of oral cancer. The department has state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, for example, MRI, CT, PET-CT, which provides the selection of the optimal treatment method. It employs the highly qualified specialists who make every effort to achieve the best result, including the aesthetic one.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery specializes in the diagnostics and treatment of the full range of diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, including rehabilitation measures. The specialists demonstrate excellent results in hand surgery, reconstruction and lengthening of the lower limbs, arthroscopy, treatment of cancers, sports injuries, shoulder and hip diseases, spinal diseases, etc. The department has the status of one of the leading Trauma Centers in the country.

The Department of Thoracic Surgery offers all the options of modern medicine for the diagnostics and surgical treatment of thoracic diseases. The department's specialists mostly have to deal with operations on the esophagus, lungs, interventions to remove thoracic tumors, as well as with the treatment of injuries to the lungs and mediastinal organs. The surgeons have a perfect command of the modern surgical techniques, so they successfully perform even extremely complex interventions. The department is the largest and leading medical facility of this kind nationwide.

The Department of Vascular Surgery and Transplantology provides the accurate diagnostics and effective treatment of vascular diseases. In addition, the field of competence includes kidney transplantation from living and deceased donors as part of the treatment of patients with end-stage renal disease. The department has already performed more than 500 successful kidney transplantation operations. To provide patients with optimal medical care, the department uses the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic methods, such as CT-, ultrasound- and MRI-guided operations.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Plastic Surgery offers the full range of modern surgical interventions in this field. The key focuses of clinical practice include reconstructive interventions to correct birth defects, reconstructive interventions after traumatic injuries, breast plastic surgery, removal of benign and malignant skin neoplasms, treatment of hypertrophic and keloid scars. The scope of tasks also includes the treatment of burns of varying severity, chronic non-healing wounds. There is also successful experience in the field of aesthetic interventions to improve the appearance of the patient.

The Department of Urology offers the full range of medical services for the diagnostics and treatment of urinary tract diseases in men and women, as well as reproductive disorders in men. The department also has the most modern equipment and imaging technologies for the provision of high-quality surgical treatment of all urological pathologies. The health of patients is in the hands of the highly qualified doctors who keep pace with the innovations in medicine and apply their knowledge and skills for the effective treatment of ailments, even the most severe ones.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology offers the most advanced methods for the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive organs. The experienced obstetricians of the department provide optimal monitoring of the pregnancy, including high-risk pregnancies, safe childbirth and delicate postpartum care. The department has 90 beds, as well as 6 specialized sections and research laboratories. In addition, the department operates the In Vitro Fertilization Center, whose specialists often manage to fulfill the cherished dream of women – to become a mother.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery offers the full range of comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment for diseases of the nasal cavity, maxillary sinuses, ears, mouth, pharynx, as well as benign and malignant tumors of the head, neck and skull base. The department provides its services to patients of all age groups. The surgical treatment is performed using the most advanced and innovative techniques. For example, the department actively uses minimally invasive interventions, which preserve organs and prevent damage to the healthy tissues. It also performs progressive robot-assisted interventions.

The Department of Nephrology and Hypertensiology offers highly accurate diagnostics and effective treatment of kidney diseases, arterial hypertension and electrolyte metabolism disorders. It carries out a wide range of tests, invasive procedures (kidney biopsy) and imaging examinations. The patients with acute kidney failure can undergo planned and urgent hemodialysis here (including patients from other departments of the center). Thanks to close cooperation with vascular surgeons, the department is the only center in Northern Israel, which implements the kidney transplantation program. The medical facility is famous for its impeccable medical care and active research activities.

The Department of Hematology and Hematologic Oncology offers the full service range for the diagnostics and treatment of all benign and malignant hematopoietic pathologies. The department has in its arsenal the multidisciplinary laboratories and the Blood Bank, which create all the conditions for the successful implementation of comprehensive treatment of blood diseases of varying severity. The department is also the leading Israeli Leukemia Center. One of the most important focuses of the department is bone marrow transplantation (about 150 transplants annually).

The Department of Cardiology offers all the options of modern medicine for the high-precision diagnostics and effective treatment of heart diseases. The department has 37 beds and is the largest facility of this kind in northern Israel. The team of doctors consists of 22 qualified specialists in the field of cardiology and 9 physicians. The department's nursing staff undergoes special training for cardiological intensive care. All diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are performed in accordance with modern standards of world cardiology.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Dermatology offers comprehensive services for the diagnostics and treatment of skin diseases, including vitiligo, dermatitis and malignant skin tumors, in patients of all age groups. It uses such modern diagnostic techniques for skin lesions as molecular, histological and immunohistochemical examinations, immunofluorescence and electron microscopy. The department also carries out various types of phototherapy, allergy skin tests for contact dermatitis, computer monitoring and dermatoscopy of moles, including the early diagnostics and treatment of melanoma. The department has a reputation as one of the innovative medical facilities of this kind in Israel.

The Department of Pulmonology provides top-class medical services for patients suffering from lung diseases. The diagnostics and treatment can be carried out both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. The department has advanced technologies in the field of diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy, and also specializes in invasive procedures, such as pleural biopsy and pleural puncture. The patients receive medical care from the highly qualified doctors who regularly demonstrate excellent treatment results.

The Department of Neurology offers the modern diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the nervous system, including impaired functions of the brain and spinal cord, as well as lesions of the peripheral nervous system. It provides emergency treatment for stroke patients, namely, thrombolytic therapy with tissue plasminogen activators. The department employs highly qualified specialists who use innovations in the field of neurology and apply all their knowledge and skills for the benefit of patients.

The Department of Rheumatology provides all medical services for the diagnostics and treatment of the full range of rheumatic diseases, including inflammatory joint diseases, connective tissue diseases, dystrophic and metabolic joint pathologies. The department also has extensive experience in the treatment of patients with collagenoses and rheumatic lesions of the heart, lungs and digestive system. The department carries out intra-articular injections, as well as individually selects physiotherapy and ergotherapy regimes.

The Department of Adult and Pediatric Ophthalmology offers the full service range for the diagnostics and treatment of eye diseases, including especially complex clinical cases. The department has in its arsenal high-tech laser equipment, which allows the doctors not only to detect ophthalmic diseases at the initial stages, but also successfully treat almost all common pathologies. The surgical treatment includes minimally invasive microsurgical procedures, which are bloodless and painless for the patient. With their help, the doctors can restore vision even in the most serious pathologies.

The Department of Oncology provides the comprehensive diagnostics and treatment of malignant diseases of various organs and anatomical structures at the highest level of modern medicine. The department's experienced oncologists offer innovative treatment regimens using chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Of particular interest is also the effective palliative care aimed at improving the quality of life of patients with the advanced stages of cancer. The department is certified by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) and is one of the leading specialized Israeli departments.

The Department of Gastroenterology offers the full range of high-quality services for the diagnostics and treatment of patients with pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, biliary tract and pancreas. Itperforms a wide range of invasive and non-invasive treatment and diagnostic procedures, as well as various types of endoscopic examinations. All diagnostic and therapeutic measures are carried out using state-of-the-art technical equipment, which makes them as effective as possible. The department is one of the best medical facilities in the area of its specialization not only in Israel, but also in the international arena.

The Department of Pediatric Urology offers all the modern options of medicine for the diagnostics and treatment of congenital malformations of urogenital organs, such as hypospadias, vesicoureteral reflux, obstruction of the kidney, varicocele, hydrocele, undescended testicle, etc. All department's doctors have excellent qualifications in the area of their specialization and apply their experience and expert skills for the restoration of health of young patients.

The Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology provides the highly accurate diagnostics and modern treatment of gastrointestinal diseases in children, including inflammatory diseases of all gastrointestinal organs (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), congenital and acquired liver diseases and hyperlipidemia. The department has earned the status of one of the leading in the field of its competence in Israel.

The Department of Pediatric Cardiology provides the diagnostics and treatment of heart diseases in newborns, children and adolescents, as well as in adults with congenital heart defects. The department has innovative equipment for the accurate diagnostics of cardiac pathologies during prenatal development. The department’s top-class medical services contributed to its recognition not only in Israel, but throughout the world. In addition, the medical staff of the facility regularly takes part in clinical trials, thereby introducing new therapeutic methods and improving the effectiveness of treatment methods.

The Department of Pediatric Endocrinology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for young patients with hormonal diseases, including growth retardation and puberty disorders, obesity and endocrine cancers. In addition, the department provides treatment of rare genetic disease, such as Turner syndrome. The department employs true professionals, who not only provide top-class medical care, but also surround children with attention and care.

The Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology offers the full range of diagnostics and treatment of benign and malignant hematopoietic diseases, solid tumors in children from birth to the age of 20 years. The department's doctors also specialize in bone marrow transplantation. The department is the largest and the only facility of this kind in northern Israel. It is noteworthy that the success rates of this facility reach 80%, which is comparable to the registered ones in Western Europe and the United States.

The Department of Pediatric Nephrology offers the comprehensive diagnostics and treatment for young patients with kidney and urinary tract diseases. In addition to the treatment of acute and chronic kidney pathologies on an inpatient basis, the department provides outpatient services with the comprehensive counseling in all areas of its specialization. Thanks to the top-class medical service and high treatment success rate, the department has earned an excellent reputation nationwide.

The Department of Pediatric Neurology offers the full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for young patients with diseases of the nervous system. The department's doctors have unique qualifications for the treatment of severe clinical cases. The department's pediatric neurologists successfully deal with such pathologies as epilepsy, migraines and chronic headache, the effects of traumatic brain and spinal injuries, disorders of the peripheral nervous system in children and cerebral palsy. The service range is complemented by rehabilitation measures and psychological support during the entire therapeutic process.

The Department of Pediatric Neurosurgery provides the full range of surgical treatment of pathologies of the nervous system in children of all age groups. The focus of the department's doctors is on the treatment of brain and spinal cord malignancies. All neurosurgical interventions are thoroughly planned and performed in state-of-the-art operating rooms. The doctors of the medical facility perform about 250 surgical interventions and admit about 1,000 patients for the treatment annually. The high treatment success results contribute to the fact that the department is among the leaders in Israel.

The Department of Pediatric Orthopedics offers all the options of modern medicine for the diagnostics and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases in children. The department's doctors have unique experience in correction of curvature and lengthening of the limbs, early diagnostics and treatment of congenital hip dysplasia, as well as in the field of conservative treatment of clubfoot according to the Ponseti method. The young patients receive medical care from the highly qualified doctors who apply all their professional skills for the restoration of the children’s health and mobility.

The Department of Pediatric Pulmonology offers the full service range for the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the lungs and other respiratory organs in children. Of particular interest is medical care for young patients with bronchial asthma, cystic fibrosis and various chronic lung diseases. The department is one of five specialized Cystic Fibrosis Centers in Israel. The department has at its disposal state-of-the-art equipment, which allows the doctors to carry out the accurate diagnostics and effective treatment of pulmonary pathologies of varying severity.

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. 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.