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Yigal Shoshan

Yigal Shoshan

Spine Care/Surgery

36+

Years of Experience

About Yigal Shoshan

<p>Prof. Yigal Shoshan is an experienced neurosurgeon with over 20 years of practice based in Israel. He is the Head of the Neurosurgery Department at Hadassah Medical Center, has trained in the USA, and is a clinical researcher with publications in the field. He is a lecturer in Neurosurgery at Hebrew University Medical School, and a member of several medical and surgical societies.</p>

Good to know

Speciality

Spine Care/SurgeryNeurology

Language Spoken

English

Awards

  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • Society for Neuro-Oncology
  • Israeli Neurosurgical Society
  • Israeli Neurotrauma Society
  • Israeli Medical Association
  • Israeli Surgical Society
  • Israeli Neurosciences Society
  • The Israeli Medical Association
  • The American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • The Society for Neuro-Oncology

Neurosurgeon

Since 1995 – Neurosurgeon and Department Head, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem

2000 – Visiting Professor, LINAC Radiosurgery Unit, New Jersey City University Hospital, USA

1998–1999 – Clinical Fellow, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, Cleveland Clinic, USA

All Procedures

Performed by Yigal Shoshan

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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