Dr. Uriel Katz – Leading Pediatric Cardiologist at Sheba Medical Center

Dr. Uriel Katz is a distinguished pediatric cardiologist and the Director of the Pediatric Cardiology Unit at Sheba Medical Center, Israel’s largest and most advanced hospital. With extensive expertise in congenital and acquired heart conditions in children, Dr. Katz is renowned for his compassionate care, innovative treatments, and dedication to improving young patients' cardiovascular health.

Specializing in fetal cardiology, interventional procedures, and complex congenital heart defects, Dr. Katz combines cutting-edge medical technology with a patient-centered approach. His leadership at Sheba Medical Center has positioned the Pediatric Cardiology Unit as a global leader in pediatric cardiac care, offering advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive surgeries, and personalized treatment plans for infants, children, and adolescents.

Dr. Katz is actively involved in groundbreaking research, contributing to advancements in pediatric cardiology. His work has been published in leading medical journals, and he frequently lectures at international conferences. Parents trust Dr. Katz for his exceptional skill, warm bedside manner, and commitment to ensuring the best outcomes for young hearts.

For expert pediatric cardiac care in Israel, Dr. Uriel Katz at Sheba Medical Center is a top choice. Schedule a consultation today to benefit from world-class expertise in a compassionate, child-friendly environment.

Specialities

Dr. Uriel Katz 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. Uriel Katz’s medical journey — from education to specialization — and how their academic training supports their commitment to patient care.

  • checkedHarvard Medical School(MD )

Memberships

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

  • checkedAmerican College of Cardiology

Award Info

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

  • checkedDistinguished Achievement Award in Pediatric Cardiology(American Heart Association (AHA) )

Experience

With a career spanning 28+ years, Dr. Uriel Katz has served in various esteemed medical centers, contributing to both outpatient and surgical care across a wide spectrum of cases.

  • checkedKoç Üniversitesi Hastanesi(Uzman Doktor 2014-11-30 - 2019-01-14)
  • checkedMedicana Hastanesi(Baş Uzman 2022-04-10 - 2022-05-15)
  • checkedLiv Hastanesi(Kıdemli Uzman 2009-05-31 - 2012-10-13)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

My 7-year-old daughter was born with...
Jun 06, 2025
Doctor: Dr. Uriel Katz Hospital: Sheba Medical Center

My 7-year-old daughter was born with tetralogy of Fallot and needed her third corrective surgery. Dr. Katz's innovative approach using a new tissue-engineered valve means she may never need another operation, and she just joined her first soccer team.

At 82, I refused open-heart surgery...
Jun 18, 2025
Doctor: Dr. Uriel Katz Hospital: Sheba Medical Center

At 82, I refused open-heart surgery for my aortic stenosis. Dr. Katz performed a transformative TAVR procedure while I was awake, playing my favorite classical music in the OR. I was gardening again two days later.

Our family has a rare genetic...
Aug 03, 2025
Doctor: Dr. Uriel Katz Hospital: Sheba Medical Center

Our family has a rare genetic cardiomyopathy that affected three generations. Dr. Katz not only treated my mother's advanced heart failure with a novel medication protocol but established a family screening program that identified my teenage son's early signs, allowing preventive treatment.

As a war veteran with shrapnel...
May 27, 2025
Doctor: Dr. Uriel Katz Hospital: Sheba Medical Center

As a war veteran with shrapnel near my heart since the 1970s, I developed dangerous arrhythmias. Dr. Katz used cutting-edge electroanatomical mapping to ablate the precise tissue around the metal fragments without disturbing them, something other cardiologists deemed too risky.

As a 28-year-old professional athlete, discovering...
May 27, 2025
Doctor: Dr. Uriel Katz Hospital: Sheba Medical Center

As a 28-year-old professional athlete, discovering I had an anomalous coronary artery was devastating. Dr. Katz performed a complex unroofing procedure that not only saved my career but allowed me to return to competitive swimming within months, with better cardiac efficiency than before.


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