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Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky
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Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky

pediatric neurology
pediatric neurology
User ScoreExperienceRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
92%45 years9.9/10$$$$156Yes

Overview

Country, City
Israel, Tel Aviv
Health facility
Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre Tel Aviv
Medical unit
Department of pediatric neurology

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky is a highly experienced pediatric neurologist with over 44 years of practice. She obtained her medical degree from Tel Aviv University and specialized in pediatrics. She has a solid academic background, with a teaching license and habilitation. Dr. Fattal-Valvsky has also received additional qualifications in pediatric neurology, including courses at New York University Medical Center. She works at the Department of Pediatric Neurology at Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre in Tel Aviv, Israel. Her expertise lies in the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders in children. She is a member of several medical societies, including the Israel Medical Association and the European Paediatric Neurology Society. Dr. Fattal-Valvsky has published 156 scientific articles focusing on various aspects of pediatric neurology. Her research has contributed to the understanding and treatment of conditions such as cerebral atrophy, tuberous sclerosis complex, and epilepsy. Her extensive experience and her passion for research make her a highly skilled and knowledgeable doctor in her field. Overall, Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky is a renowned pediatric neurologist with an impressive career and expertise in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in children. Her dedication to research and her contributions to the field make her a valuable asset to the medical community.

Skills & Expertise

children
epilepsy
cerebral palsy
palsy
atrophy
neurology
spinal muscular atrophy
muscular atrophy
intrauterine growth retardation
thiamine
pediatric neurology
thiamine deficiency
pediatrics
brain
sclerosis
neurofibromatosis
centrotemporal spikes
growth restriction
encephalopathy
neurodevelopmental outcome
seizures
hemiplegia
intracranial hypertension
spastic paraparesis
hereditary spastic paraparesis
botulinum toxin injections
idiopathic intracranial hypertension
hypertension
tumors
blood pressure
immunemediated polyneuropathy
epileptic encephalopathy
neuropsychiatric disorders
hyperactivity disorder
brain tumors
cerebrospinal fluid
leukoencephalopathy
polyneuropathy
neurodegenerative encephalopathy
cerebellar atrophy
sclerosisrelated epilepsy
pseudotumor
benign epilepsy
glial tumors
brain plasticity
rolandic epilepsy
drugresistant epilepsy
brain injury
pseudotumor cerebri
multiple sclerosis

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • Studied human medicine at the Tel Aviv University
  • Obtaining a license for medical practice
  • Defense of the dissertation
  • 1979-1985 Residency at the Department of Pediatrics, Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre, Tel Aviv
  • Obtaining specialization in pediatrics
  • Habilitation and a teaching license
  • 1993 Received additional qualifications in the field of pediatric neurology
  • Courses in neuro-metabolic diseases at New York University Medical Center
Experience
  • 1979-1980 Internship at the Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre, Tel Aviv
  • 1993-1996 Senior physician of the Department of pediatric development and Department of pediatric neurology at the Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre, Tel Aviv
  • 1994 Instructor, Department of pediatrics, faculty of medicine at the Tel Aviv University
  • 1996-2007 Deputy Director of the Department of pediatric development at the Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre Tel Aviv
  • 2002 Lecturer at the Department of pediatrics, faculty of medicine, Tel Aviv University
  • 2006 Senior Lecturer at the Department of pediatrics, faculty of medicine, Tel Aviv University
  • 2007-2009 Deputy Director, Department of pediatric neurology at the Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre Tel Aviv
  • Lecturer in neuroscience course in preclinical studies, faculty of medicine at the Tel Aviv University
  • Lecturer to medical students in clerkship track for pediatrics, faculty of medicine at the Tel Aviv University
  • Lectures to medical students in the American clerkship track for pediatrics, faculty of medicine at the Tel Aviv University
  • Lecturer in follow-up studies in pediatric neurology, faculty of medicine at the Tel Aviv University
  • Lecturer in pediatric intensive care course at the School of Nursing, Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre Tel Aviv
  • Lecturer in the Department of physical therapy, School of Health Professions at the Tel Aviv University
  • Lecturer in the Department of occupational therapy, School of Health Professions at the Tel Aviv University
  • Lecturer in the Department of communication disorders, School of Health Professions at the Tel Aviv University
  • 2009 Director, Department of pediatric neurology at the Ichilov Sourasky Medical Centre Tel Aviv
Awards & Memberships
  • Member of the Israel Medical Association
  • Member of the Israel Society of Clinical Pediatrics
  • Member of the European Paediatric Neurology Society
  • Member of the Israeli Epilepsy Society
  • Member of the Society for Inherited Metabolic Disorders
  • Member of the International Child Neurology Association

Languages

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English
Hebrew flag
Hebrew

Publications

Utility of genetic testing in children with leukodystrophy.

July, 2023

Real-Life Outcome After Gene Replacement Therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy: A Multicenter Experience.

July, 2023

Sleep Disturbances in Adolescents With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension.

May, 2023

FAQ

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky?

The primary specialization of the doctor is pediatric neurology.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky has been practicing for more than 45 years.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in children, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, palsy, atrophy.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

Yes, Prof. Dr. Aviva Fattal-Valvsky performs virtual appointments and offers a second medical opinion service.

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