Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss – Leading Medical Visionary at Sheba Medical Center

Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss is a distinguished physician, educator, and healthcare leader serving as the Director General of Sheba Medical Center, Israel’s largest and most advanced hospital. With a career spanning military medicine, academia, and hospital administration, he brings unparalleled expertise in medical leadership, emergency response, and global health innovation.

A Brigadier General (Res.) in the IDF and an Associate Professor of Medicine at Tel Aviv University, Dr. Kreiss has shaped national healthcare policies and disaster preparedness strategies. His adjunct role at the Hebrew University School of Medicine further underscores his commitment to advancing medical education and research.

Specializing in health system management, trauma care, and military medicine, Dr. Kreiss is renowned for transforming Sheba Medical Center into a hub of cutting-edge treatments and AI-driven healthcare solutions. His leadership during crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, has earned international acclaim.

Patients and peers alike value his strategic vision, compassionate patient care, and dedication to medical excellence. For world-class healthcare leadership, Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss stands at the forefront of global medicine.

Specialities

Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss specializes in treating a range of conditions within their field. Learn more about the treatments, procedures, and medical areas where they bring extensive experience and trusted care.

Educational Info

Learn about Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss’s medical journey — from education to specialization — and how their academic training supports their commitment to patient care.

  • checkedTel Aviv University(MD )

Memberships

Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss is an active member of several esteemed medical organizations, ensuring alignment with the latest clinical guidelines and ethical practices.

  • checkedSheba Medical Center

Award Info

Over the years, Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss has received multiple awards that highlight their dedication to patient well-being, innovation in treatment, and leadership in the medical community.

  • checkedIsrael Defense Prize(State of Israel )

Experience

With a career spanning 12+ years, Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.

  • checkedŞifa Hastanesi(Başhekim 2008-01-22 - 2009-05-17)
  • checkedKartal Koşuyolu Hastanesi(Doçent 2012-08-04 - 2013-08-17)
  • checkedHastane Derince(Klinik Şefi 2014-05-09 - 2016-04-28)
  • checkedŞifa Hastanesi(Başhekim 2017-11-09 - 2019-09-15)

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Patients share their experiences and feedback about their treatment with Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss, reflecting the doctor’s commitment to quality care, advanced treatment, and patient-focused service. Explore real stories from individuals who have trusted Dr. Prof. Yitshak Kreiss with their health.

Brought my 8-year-old in for what...
Jul 14, 2025

Brought my 8-year-old in for what I thought was a routine stomachache. Dr. Kreiss noticed subtle neurological symptoms everyone else missed and ordered an immediate MRI. Turned out to be early-stage meningitis. His quick thinking saved my child's brain function.

Came to the ER with chest...
Jul 13, 2025

Came to the ER with chest pain at 2 AM. Dr. Kreiss was there within minutes, calmly directing the team while explaining each test to me. His steady presence during my heart catheterization made the scariest moment of my life feel manageable.

Annual physical turned into a life-changing...
May 10, 2025

Annual physical turned into a life-changing moment when Dr. Kreiss detected a thyroid nodule others had missed for years. His thorough palpation technique and immediate ultrasound referral led to early cancer detection. I owe him my life.

Post-operative infection after my intestinal surgery...
Jun 21, 2025

Post-operative infection after my intestinal surgery had three other doctors stumped. Dr. Kreiss reviewed my charts, identified a rare antibiotic-resistant strain, and designed a custom treatment protocol. Two weeks later, I was infection-free.

My 92-year-old mother was admitted with...
Aug 04, 2025

My 92-year-old mother was admitted with pneumonia and multiple complications. Dr. Kreiss spent 45 minutes explaining her complex medication interactions in terms we could actually understand. He personally called the pharmacy to adjust her blood thinner dosage. We've never felt so heard by a physician.


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