Sheba Medical Center Reviews

When my mother developed normal pressure hydrocephalus at 78, Dr. Ungar recommended a shunt procedure that transformed her from confused and wheelchair-bound to alert and walking independently. He treated her with such dignity throughout the process.

As a professional musician, the prospect of brain surgery for my epilepsy was terrifying. Dr. Ungar used awake craniotomy with cortical mapping to preserve my musical function while removing the seizure focus. I'm now seizure-free and still performing.

My husband's glioblastoma diagnosis devastated our family. Dr. Ungar's compassionate yet honest approach, combined with his surgical excellence in achieving maximal safe resection, gave us precious quality time together we wouldn't have had otherwise.

After years of failed treatments for chronic back pain, Dr. Ungar identified a rare spinal CSF leak that others had missed. His targeted blood patch procedure provided immediate relief that has lasted for over a year now.

Dr. Ungar managed my son's head injury from a soccer accident with such skill and compassion. He personally called us with test results after hours and arranged for all the specialists we needed. We felt cared for every step of the way.

A 28-year-old software developer from Tel Aviv presented with sudden-onset visual disturbances and fatigue. Dr. Dolev diagnosed multiple sclerosis after MRI revealed demyelinating lesions. Treatment with immunomodulatory therapy began immediately, with the patient showing remarkable symptom resolution within 3 months and returning to full-time work.

A 72-year-old Holocaust survivor from a low-income neighborhood was brought by her granddaughter with progressive memory loss. Dr. Dolev discovered normal pressure hydrocephalus through advanced imaging. After shunt placement, her cognitive function improved dramatically, allowing her to live independently again.

An 8-year-old refugee child from Ukraine presented with unexplained seizures. Dr. Dolev identified autoimmune encephalitis through specialized antibody testing. With immunosuppressive treatment and rehabilitation, the child achieved seizure freedom and successfully integrated into Israeli schools.

A 45-year-old Bedouin shepherdess from the Negev desert developed unusual movement disorders. Dr. Dolev diagnosed Wilson's disease, a rare copper metabolism disorder. Chelation therapy initiated, with family members screened and educated about genetic counseling, leading to successful disease management.

A 33-year-old ultra-Orthodox yeshiva student experienced sudden paralysis. Dr. Dolev identified Guillain-Barré syndrome and initiated plasma exchange. The patient's large community provided round-the-clock support during his 6-month recovery, culminating in near-complete neurological restoration.

A 19-year-old Ethiopian-Israeli army recruit collapsed during training. Dr. Dolev discovered an undiagnosed arteriovenous malformation that had ruptured. Emergency neurosurgery followed by intensive rehabilitation allowed the soldier to walk again and pursue civilian education.

A 57-year-old high-tech executive from Herzliya developed treatment-resistant migraines. Dr. Dolev implemented a novel neuromodulation device combined with lifestyle modifications. The patient experienced 90% reduction in headache frequency and returned to executive leadership.

A 3-year-old Palestinian child from the West Bank presented with developmental regression. Dr. Dolev diagnosed Rett syndrome through genetic testing and established a multidisciplinary care plan involving Israeli and Palestinian healthcare providers, significantly improving quality of life.

An 81-year-old retired professor experienced transient global amnesia during a lecture. Dr. Dolev's comprehensive workup revealed cardiac arrhythmia contributing to cerebral hypoperfusion. Coordinated care with cardiology led to pacemaker implantation and complete cognitive recovery.

A 29-year-old pregnant woman developed sudden neurological symptoms. Dr. Dolev diagnosed cerebral venous thrombosis and managed her with pregnancy-safe anticoagulants. Both mother and baby survived without neurological sequelae, with continued follow-up through postpartum period.

My wife’s high-risk pregnancy required cardiac monitoring, Dr. Arad coordinated with OB/GYN in real-time during delivery, standing by just in case. Our daughter is here because of that vigilance.

A 14-year-old competitive gymnast from a wealthy family presented with unexplained weakness. Dr. Dolev identified a spinal cord tumor through advanced imaging. Successful microsurgical resection preserved neurological function, allowing return to sports within a year.

A 62-year-old Druze community leader developed rapidly progressive dementia. Dr. Dolev diagnosed Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease and provided compassionate palliative care while coordinating with family and community support systems throughout the disease course.

A 22-year-old medical student experienced syncopal episodes during rotations. Dr. Dolev diagnosed autonomic neuropathy secondary to an autoimmune condition. Treatment with IV immunoglobulin allowed completion of medical studies and residency matching.

A 5-year-old autistic child with self-injurious behavior was referred for evaluation. Dr. Dolev identified sensory processing abnormalities and implemented a neurobehavioral intervention plan that reduced self-harm by 80% within 6 months.