rosh hashanah 2025

The Urology Department in Laniado – a combination of advanced technology and world-class expertise

We are proud to share yet another important medical technological advance in our Urology Department : the introduction of the cutting edge laser device used in the world for performing HoLEP surgery , which is

During the surgery, the excess prostate tissue is removed precisely, minimally invasively and without incisions, using a powerful laser – and the result: effective treatment, rapid recovery, less bleeding and less pain Dr. Modai , who serves as a senior physician in the department, has now begun performing these advanced surgeries at Laniado Hospital as well – thus allowing patients to undergo an innovative procedure in a public setting, without the need for private medicine and high costs. As Dr. Matan Mekaiten , Medical director of the department , said: "We in the urology department are constantly expanding – recruiting leading personnel and introducing innovative medical technologies for the benefit of our patients." This move is much more than technological progress – it represents our commitment to combining first-class medical expertise, world-class equipment, and a professional team with a huge heart. When medicine advances, the quality of life of patients also improves.

now performed in Laniado by Dr. Yehonatan Modai – an andro-urologist who has extensive experience at the famous UCLA Medical center in the USA. HoLEP surgery is intended for men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia – a common phenomenon that makes it difficult to urinate and may lead to complications.

Distribution of Scholarships May 29 th 2025

The distribution of scholarships to the students in our Tessler Academic school of Nursing , and nurses who work in the Sanz Medical Center, Laniado Hospital , who are taking specialty courses to improve themselves and also help the hospital improve its service, took place in the Chicago Auditorium of the School. This year over 70 scholarships were given out. The hall was crowded with the students and many of the donors who had dedicated scholarships as well as many local individuals. The morning started with greetings from Paul Kutner , the present Treasurer of the Supporters who introduced Ann Homa who will be taking his position at the end of May. Then Eli Knoller , the Director of Development and Community Relations welcomed everyone

and spoke about the hospital and the importance of giving help to the students and the nurses who work here. After Eli , Dr Ester Strauss, Menahelet of the School spoke and then we heard from Shimrit Rony , Director of Nurses Services . Both these ladies had been students at the School and worked their way through the hospital to their present positions.

Menahelet of the Tessler Academic School of Nursing

Eli Knoller , Director of Development & Community Affairs

Nadav Chen , C.E.O. Laniado Hospital

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