Dr. Yigal Kassif

Dr. Yigal Kassif is a highly experienced and skilled cardiac surgeon with 36 years of practice in the field. He obtained his medical license after studying human medicine at the Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School. Dr. Kassif specialized in cardiac surgery and completed his residency at the SHEBA Medical Center Ramat Gan, where he is currently a Senior Cardiac Surgeon in the Department of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Kassif's career is highlighted by numerous achievements and contributions to the medical field. He is the co-founder of Leviticus-Cardio and has received a Teaching Award from Tel Aviv University for his dedication and expertise. As a lecturer and medical student tutor, Dr. Kassif is committed to sharing his knowledge and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. With over 87 scientific publications, Dr. Kassif's research focuses on various aspects of cardiac surgery, including the outcomes of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for COVID-19 patients and the impact of donor-recipient age difference on heart transplantation outcomes. His extensive knowledge and expertise in these areas make him a highly sought-after cardiac surgeon. Dr. Yigal Kassif's impressive career, vast experience, and dedication to research and education make him an outstanding cardiac surgeon. His contributions to cardiac surgery have advanced medical practice and improved patient outcomes.