Sheba Medical Center Reviews

An 82-year-old Holocaust survivor from a low-income neighborhood was brought by her granddaughter with progressive memory loss. Dr. Katorza diagnosed Alzheimer's dementia and created a comprehensive care plan involving medication, cognitive therapy, and social services support. The family reported improved quality of life despite the progressive nature of the condition.

A 45-year-old Bedouin woman from an unrecognized village presented with unexplained seizures. Dr. Katorza discovered a rare parasitic infection through extensive testing. He coordinated with infectious disease specialists to provide antiparasitic treatment, resulting in complete seizure freedom after 6 months of therapy.

A 16-year-old competitive swimmer developed sudden weakness in her right arm during training. Dr. Katorza diagnosed thoracic outlet syndrome and recommended a conservative approach involving physical therapy and activity modification. The athlete returned to competitive swimming after 4 months with no recurrence.

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. eran alon's expertise. Highly recommend for head and neck surgery treatment.

A 32-year-old Ethiopian immigrant with limited Hebrew proficiency presented with chronic headaches. Dr. Katorza used a hospital interpreter to communicate and discovered medication-overuse headache. Through patient education and a structured withdrawal protocol, the patient became headache-free within 8 weeks.

A 67-year-old retired banker experienced transient ischemic attacks despite being on standard anticoagulation. Dr. Katorza identified a rare clotting disorder through specialized hematological testing and adjusted the treatment regimen. The patient has remained event-free for over a year with monthly monitoring.

A 9-year-old boy from an ultra-Orthodox family presented with unexplained episodes of unresponsiveness. Dr. Katorza diagnosed absence seizures and started appropriate antiepileptic medication. The child's school performance improved dramatically within weeks, with family implementing recommended safety measures at home.

A 51-year-old construction worker suffered a traumatic brain injury from a fall. Dr. Katorza managed his post-concussion syndrome with a multidisciplinary approach including vestibular therapy and cognitive rehabilitation. The patient returned to modified work duties after 5 months of intensive treatment.

A 29-year-old pregnant woman developed Guillain-Barré syndrome in her third trimester. Dr. Katorza coordinated with obstetricians to provide IVIG treatment while monitoring fetal wellbeing. She delivered a healthy baby at term and made a near-complete neurological recovery postpartum.

A 74-year-old Russian immigrant with Parkinson's disease experienced worsening tremors despite medication. Dr. Katorza adjusted his treatment regimen and introduced deep brain stimulation evaluation. The patient showed 60% improvement in motor symptoms within 3 months of optimized therapy.

A 13-year-old girl developed sudden-onset facial paralysis. Dr. Katorza diagnosed Bell's palsy and initiated corticosteroid treatment within 48 hours of symptom onset. Complete recovery was achieved within 3 weeks, with the patient returning to normal school activities.

A 38-year-old journalist developed functional neurological disorder after covering a traumatic event. Dr. Katorza provided psychotherapy referral alongside neurological care, emphasizing mind-body connections. The patient gradually resumed work over 6 months with ongoing support.

A 61-year-old diabetic patient presented with painful neuropathy resistant to standard treatments. Dr. Katorza prescribed a novel medication combination and arranged for pain management specialist consultation. Significant pain reduction was achieved within 4 weeks, improving sleep and daily function.

Dr. Carmel saved my 3-year-old grandson after he swallowed a button battery, rushed to Sheba's ER at midnight. Dr. Carmel was calm, decisive, and explained everything to our panicked family while coordinating the endoscopic removal. Forever grateful!

Our 10-year-old with cystic fibrosis has seen many specialists, but none like Dr. Carmel. He remembers tiny details from visits six months ago, adjusts treatments based on her mood that day, and even makes her laugh with silly animal impressions during exams.

As a retired nurse, I’m picky about doctors, but Dr. Carmel’s care for my immunocompromised 70-year-old sister (under his pediatric care since childhood) is exceptional. He still manages her rare condition with innovative approaches and genuine compassion.

Routine checkup for my 5-year-old turned into a life-changing moment, Dr. Carmel detected a subtle heart murmur others had missed. His referral to a cardiologist led to early intervention for a congenital defect. He’s thorough beyond words.

Post-op follow-up for my daughter’s spinal surgery: Dr. Carmel visited her daily at Sheba, even on weekends. He drew diagrams to show how her fusion was healing and calmed her fears with stories of other kids who’d bounced back stronger.

Emergency appendectomy at 2 AM, Dr. Carmel handled our terrified 8-year-old with such warmth. He joked about 'evicting the troublemaker appendix' and held her hand until anesthesia kicked in. Surgery was flawless; recovery faster than expected.

The recovery process was smooth thanks to Dr. abraham avigdor's expertise. Highly recommend for bone marrow transplantation treatment.