Cardiology and cardiac surgery in Israel
Heart disease treatment is one of the fields in which Israel is a world leader. K.R.V Medical Group organizes diagnostics and surgery at the cardiac centers of Sheba, Ichilov and Assuta: coronary artery bypass, valve replacement and reconstruction (including minimally invasive TAVI and MitraClip), radiofrequency and cryoablation of arrhythmias, pacemaker and ICD implantation. The program is selected based on the patient's discharge summaries and coronary angiography results, and the price is fixed before treatment begins.
Why Israel
- Mortality for elective cardiac surgery at major Israeli centers stays within 0.8–1.5% — on par with the best clinics in the US and Germany.
- Access to TAVI, MitraClip, WatchMan and hybrid revascularization procedures.
- Hospital stay for a bypass operation is typically 5–7 days, with discharge accompanied by a detailed rehabilitation plan.
- Cardiac surgery teams with 1,000+ open-heart operations of experience.
Treatment and diagnostic methods
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
Off-pump (OPCAB) and on-pump bypass, including in elderly patients.
TAVI — transcatheter aortic valve implantation
Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement through the femoral artery without opening the chest.
MitraClip and mitral valve reconstruction
Correction of mitral regurgitation in patients at high surgical risk.
Radiofrequency and cryoablation of arrhythmias
Treatment of atrial fibrillation, WPW and ventricular tachycardia under CARTO 3D navigation.
Implantation of pacemakers, ICDs, CRTs
Selection and installation of devices for bradyarrhythmias, heart failure and risk of sudden death.
Hybrid and robotic cardiac surgery
Combined stenting and bypass, mini-access surgery.
Clinics and partners
Sheba Medical Center
The Leviev and Edmond Cardiac Center — one of the leading cardiac surgery departments in the Middle East.
Ichilov (Sourasky)
Strong electrophysiology school and a structural heart disease center.
Assuta
Private cardiac surgery center, short hospital stays and comfortable rooms.
Treatment cost
Prices are indicated for international patients and are formed by the clinic after the in-person exam and tests.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Cardiologist consultation + Echo | from $650 |
| Coronary angiography (CAG) | from $5,500 |
| Coronary stenting | from $14,000 |
| Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) | from $42,000 |
| Aortic valve replacement (TAVI) | from $58,000 |
| Arrhythmia ablation | from $24,000 |
How to organize treatment through K.R.V Medical
- 1
Document submission
Echo, ECG, CAG and discharge summaries are forwarded to a cardiac surgeon.
- 2
Opinion and estimate
The team provides a preliminary opinion and a fixed estimate.
- 3
Arrival and workup
In-person exams, repeat CAG if needed, anesthesia review.
- 4
Surgery
Elective surgery, ICU for 1–2 days, ward for 4–6 days.
- 5
Rehabilitation and follow-up
Cardiac rehab plan, telemedicine visits after returning home.
Frequently asked questions
How much does bypass surgery in Israel cost?▾
Coronary artery bypass at Sheba, Ichilov and Assuta starts from $42,000 turnkey (surgery, ICU, hospital stay, consumables). The exact amount depends on the number of grafts and accompanying procedures.
Is TAVI performed on high-risk patients?▾
Yes. TAVI is performed on patients over 75, with comorbidities and high surgical risk. The decision is made by the Heart Team — cardiac surgeon, interventional cardiologist, anesthesiologist.
How long does diagnostics take?▾
A full cardiac check-up with a cardiac surgeon consultation and Echo takes 2–3 business days.
Can atrial fibrillation be treated surgically?▾
Yes. Sheba and Ichilov perform radiofrequency and cryoablation for paroxysmal and persistent AFib using CARTO 3D navigation.
How long is rehabilitation?▾
After CABG or valve surgery, discharge is typically after 5–7 days. Full rehab takes 6–8 weeks and is supported remotely after the patient returns home.
Get a program estimate
Send your medical documents — we will come back with a clinic and doctor selection plus a fixed estimate within 3–7 business days.
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