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Itzhak Fried

Itzhak Fried

Spine Care/Surgery

40+

Years of Experience

About Itzhak Fried

Dr. Itzhak Fried is a renowned neurosurgeon and neuroscientist who graduated from Stanford University and trained at Yale University. He specializes in advanced brain surgeries, epilepsy treatment, deep brain stimulation, functional brain mapping and epilepsy-related vascular malformations treatments. He is also known for his innovative approach to study the nature and development of epilepsy seizures, modern programs for management of patients with epilepsy, and new methods for recovery speech and memory disorders. He currently practices at Ichilov Hospital, Tel-Aviv Medical Center and teaches at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Yale University.

Good to know

Speciality

Spine Care/SurgeryNeurology

Language Spoken

English

Neurosurgeon

Professor – David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, USA

Neurosurgeon – Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), Israel

Instructor – Yale University, USA

Instructor – Tel-Aviv Medical Center, Israel

All Procedures

Performed by Itzhak Fried

Spine Care/Surgery

Spine Care/Surgery

Spine care and surgery abroad covers disc replacement, spinal fusion, laminectomy, endoscopic discectomy, scoliosis correction, and spinal cord decompression performed by internationally trained spine surgeons. Options range from conservative pain management and physiotherapy to complex multi-level reconstructive surgery. The cost of [spine surgery](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/spine-care-surgery/spinal-fusion-surgery) is a major barrier in many countries. A [spinal fusion procedure](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/spine-care-surgery/posterior-fusion-spine-surgery) that costs $50,000 to $80,000 at home may be available for $7,000 to $18,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with fellowship-trained spine surgeons using premium implants and intraoperative navigation. Leading international spine centers offer shorter waiting times, advanced imaging-guided surgical precision, and integrated rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report more comprehensive pre-surgical evaluation and structured postoperative care than they experienced at home. The spine surgeon's subspecialty training and the hospital's neuromonitoring capabilities are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon is fellowship-trained in spine surgery. Postoperative physiotherapy compliance, activity modification, and maintaining a healthy weight are critical for long-term spine health and surgical success.

Neurology

Neurology

Neurology treatment abroad provides access to world-class neurologists and neurosurgeons for brain, spine, and nervous system disorders including stroke, [epilepsy](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/neurology/epilepsy), [Parkinson's disease](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/neurology/parkinsons-disease), [multiple sclerosis](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/neurology/multiple-sclerosis), brain tumors, and neuropathy. Advanced diagnostic tools and evidence-based treatment protocols deliver outcomes comparable to the world's leading neurological centers. Neurological care costs can be prohibitive in many countries. Complex neurosurgical procedures that cost $80,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $12,000 to $35,000 abroad at JCI-accredited hospitals with equally trained neurologists and the latest diagnostic and surgical technology. Leading international neurology centers offer shorter waiting times, intraoperative MRI suites, and dedicated international case coordinators. Patients report receiving comprehensive, attentive neurological care that was more accessible than at home. The neurologist's subspecialty experience and the hospital's technology infrastructure are the most important factors. Confirm your treating team includes fellowship-trained neurologists or neurosurgeons. Adherence to post-treatment rehabilitation, medication protocols, and follow-up imaging significantly influences long-term neurological outcomes.

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