Pediatric surgery at Ichilov: safety, expertise and personalized care for every child

Pediatric surgery at Ichilov is a dedicated field staffed by highly qualified specialists who have completed training and fellowships in Israel, the United States, and Europe. All surgical procedures are performed within the Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital, which was specifically built and equipped with consideration for children’s physiology, age, and psychological needs.

This is not merely a surgical department within a general hospital — it is an independent, child-centered infrastructure, where pediatricians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, child psychologists, and nurses trained to work with young patients provide care.

At Ichilov, both planned and emergency pediatric surgeries are performed, including:

• Urological procedures (e.g., correction of congenital phimosis, hydronephrosis, cryptorchidism);

• Gastroenterological interventions (appendectomy, treatment of congenital gastrointestinal malformations);

• Hernia repair (inguinal, umbilical);

• Oncological and reconstructive surgery;

• ENT surgery;

• Minimally invasive procedures (such as laparoscopy).

Special emphasis is placed on congenital conditions — multidisciplinary teams take care of children from their very first days of life and accompany them until full recovery.

All pediatric surgeries in Israel at Ichilov are performed using modern equipment, including robotic systems and advanced high-precision imaging technologies.

Children’s treatment at Ichilov combines strict medical standards with the highest level of comfort. Surgeries are performed in spacious operating rooms with pediatric anesthesia administered by specially trained pediatric anesthesiologists. Postoperative recovery takes place in hospital rooms where one of the parents can always stay by the child’s side.

The Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital in Israel also includes play areas, classrooms, and activity rooms, which are especially important for long-term treatments. Children do not feel like they are in a “hospital” in the usual sense of the word — it is a space where they are respected, heard, and supported in maintaining their normal rhythm of life even during treatment.

As part of pediatric care in Israel, Ichilov also provides follow-up rehabilitation: physiotherapy, speech therapy, and consultations with specialized doctors. This is particularly vital for children with severe congenital or oncological conditions.

Pediatric surgeries at Ichilov are chosen not only by Israeli families but also by parents from around the globe. And it is not only about the level of medicine — it is about trust. Parents know: here, doctors will always look for the best solution, will not recommend surgery unless it is truly necessary, but if an intervention is required, it will be performed with precision, care, and professionalism.

The Medical Tourism Department at Ichilov Medical Center welcomes young patients from many countries, providing not only world-class treatment but also full organizational and language support. From the very first consultation to discharge, families are accompanied by a coordinator, while the clinic itself offers flexible stay arrangements, including the option of hospitalization with a parent. This approach makes pediatric care in Israel not only highly effective but also as comfortable as possible for the entire family.

Surgery for children at Ichilov is not just medicine in the narrow sense. It is work with a child’s future, development, and psychological well-being. Here, doctors know how to speak a child’s language, how to explain to parents what is happening, and how to make decisions that combine modern science with genuine human care.

If you are looking for where to undergo pediatric surgery in Israel — consider Ichilov. More details about all aspects of treatment can be found at this page.