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Ben-Gal Yanai

Cardiac surgeon

Tel Aviv, Israel

Clinical experience: over 25 years

amir z

heart surgery

Professor Yanai Ben Gal, a leading cardiac surgeon. He operated on me and I want to say that he is a true professional, knowledgeable and experienced and very attentive to the patient. In addition, the operation he performed was minimally invasive and aesthetically pleasing compared to other operations (there is a very small scar). I am very glad that we came to him, and it was the best decision and a great honor that he operated on me!!!

Elie Nahama

cardiac surgery

An excellent specialist who exudes confidence. At the same time he is open and honest with the patient. He explained everything in a very accessible way. I felt like he was deeply involved and genuinely concerned about my condition. I felt I was in safe hands and trusted him without hesitation.

03/08/2024

Nir Nir

heart surgery

Personal attention, patience and patient care, response outside of office hours, sincere involvement. Thank you so much for your professional and dedicated treatment. Four weeks after surgery, I feel like I will soon be back to my normal life!

15/07/2024

Gabriel Eitan

heart surgery

Quick diagnosis, prompt scheduling of surgery and quick recovery. Thank you for everything. I highly recommend Prof. Ben Gal!

08/07/2024

Yaakov Partok

heart surgery

I would like to express my great gratitude for the treatment I received from Prof. Ben Gal. He is a top level professional, caring and attentive. He came to visit me every day! You don't find people like him anymore. He is first of all a human being and then a doctor of the highest level. The only one who agreed to give me a low-traumatic surgery, was confident in himself and his decision. For those who are looking for such operations - this is the best choice! Thank you so much for everything!

08/06/2024

Meir Maor

Aortic Valve Replacement

I underwent aortic valve replacement surgery performed by Professor Ben Gal at Herzliya Medical Center two weeks ago. The operation was successful, and the professor came to my department several times to check on my condition and the results of my tests. I would also like to recognize the staff of the cardiology department who always took care of me. Many thanks to Prof. Ben Gal for his dedication and professionalism.

27/04/2024

Moshe Volkovich

heart surgery

Words cannot express the level of professional and friendly service of the entire team at Prof. Yanai Ben Gal's clinic. Everything worked like a Swiss watch. The professor is a pleasant person to talk to and immediately inspires complete trust. I felt safe under his sensitive and professional guidance. I consider myself lucky that the professor was my surgeon. Thank you very much to the whole team for everything! I recommend from the bottom of my heart.

14/04/2024

Christina Ruter

heart surgery

Professionalism starts with Prof. Ben Gala's team, who supports you through every step of the surgery. When you meet with him, you get a detailed explanation of the process, which is very reassuring. The professor visited me several times after the surgery, stayed in touch by phone and was available for all my questions. If you are facing a similar procedure, such a professional, caring and attentive approach helps both in the healing process and emotionally.

18/03/2024

Avudi Sharon

Valve Correction

We underwent a valve correction procedure. We are very grateful to Dr. Ben Gal for his care, professionalism and attitude. He is number one among doctors! We highly recommend him and wish him much success and health. Don't forget to mention Ziva, the sweetest receptionist who always answered questions and took care of us until the very end, at any time of the day. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!

01/03/2024

Hanania Yifrah

heart surgery

The surgery was professionally performed, but the recovery process was difficult. I may not have been prepared for the recovery period.

19/02/2024

Szikov Michael

heart surgery

Many thanks to Prof. Ben Gal for his professionalism. Thanks to the entire cardiology department and to Dr. Moskowitz who was also present at the surgery.

06/02/2024

Totna Gabriela

heart surgery

When I met Prof. Ben Gal, I realized that he is a very professional person and explains everything in an accessible way. After talking to him, I realized that he was the one to perform the surgery. The operation lasted three hours and I was very nervous, but the professor came out of the operating room with a smile and said that everything was successful. The professor is a man with a big heart, he took my hand and told me everything would be fine. My husband was treated with care in the ICU, and the department too. A huge thank you to Prof. Ben Gal and the whole team!

06/02/2024

Debora B.

bypass surgery

Prof. Ben Gal is a very professional doctor who is very friendly with his patients, takes a lot of time to explain the treatment. He is easy to talk to, very reassuring but also extremely serious. I felt very confident before my surgery. I am glad he was my surgeon.

21/01/2024

Daniel Shani

Replacement of the ascending aorta and valve

Prof. Ben Gal did an excellent job on my ascending aorta and valve (mechanical) replacement. I am grateful to him not only for his amazing work, but also for his support all the way from doubts and decision making, to surgery, to recovery in ICU (including helping with temporary complications), to discharge. I am very glad that I chose Prof. Ben Gala for my surgery. Saving one life is like saving the whole world. Thank you!

06/01/2024

Tal Mordechai

Bypass surgery

I went into surgery unexpectedly, without any warning symptoms. Your patience and friendliness as you explained to me what was happening to my heart and how the operation would proceed reassured me and gave me confidence that I was in the best possible hands! Prof. Ben Gal, from me and my whole family, thank you so much for everything!

11/09/2023

Liora Ziv

Bypass surgery

Prof. Yanai Ben Gal gave me great confidence before my bypass surgery. Now, two weeks after the surgery, I can already walk and I feel like I am getting better every day. A huge thank you to him!

09/09/2023

Cardiac surgeon

Clinical experience: over 25 years

Achievements and awards

Academic degree of Professor.

Surgeon of the Year Award, Ikhilov Medical Center, 2019.

Award for outstanding contribution to cardiac surgery, Israel Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery, 2015.

Research Award in Thoracic Surgery, American Association for Thoracic Surgery, 2010.

Pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery in Israel.

Author of more than 60 scientific articles in the field of cardiology and cardiac surgery.

Dr. Yanai Ben Gal - Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery at HMC Israel

About the doctor

Specialization

Cardiac and thoracic surgery
Minimally invasive heart surgery
Heart valve replacement and reconstruction
Aortic surgeries
Hybrid heart surgeries
Transcatheter procedures (TAVI)

Education

1992-1998 – Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Israel

Postgraduate education and courses:

2000-2007 – Specialization in cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ikhilov
2008-2010 – Advanced Specialization in Cardiac Surgery, Columbia University, New York, USA.
2008-2010 – Courses in minimally invasive and hybrid cardiac surgical procedures, Columbia University

Clinical experience

Since 2013 – Director, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ikhilov Medical Center, Tel Aviv
2010-2013 – Head of Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Ichilov Medical Center Tel Aviv, Ichilov
2007-2010 – Lead Surgeon, Department of Cardiac Surgery, Ichilov Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv.

Academic Experience

2004-2007 – Lecturer in Surgery, Tel Aviv University Faculty of Medicine
2008-2010 – Lecturer in Surgery, Columbia University, New York, USA

Scientific activities

About 60 scientific articles and publications in international medical journals
Presentations at more than 20 international conferences
Actively involved in research and development of new treatments for cardiovascular diseases

Membership in professional organizations

Israeli Association of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery
American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS)
International Association for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (ISMICS)
New York Heart Surgeons Association (NYSTS)

Clinic where the doctor performs surgeries

Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Israel, Tel Aviv