Prof. Dr. Gil Bolotin

Prof. Dr. Gil Bolotin is a highly experienced cardiothoracic surgeon in Haifa, Israel. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Bolotin has established himself as a leading expert. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery and robotic cardiac surgery, making him one of the few surgeons in the country to perform surgeries with the assistance of a DaVinci robot. Dr. Bolotin's impressive career includes extensive training and education at renowned institutions worldwide. He studied human medicine at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem and completed his clinical training at the Department of cardiothoracic surgery at Carmel Medical Center in Haifa. At the University of Chicago, he has also received additional training in mitral and robotic surgery in North Carolina and heart transplant, assist devices, and atrial fibrillation. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Bolotin is actively involved in research and has published 124 scientific publications. His research focuses on surgical options for heart failure patients, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for COVID-19 patients, and advancements in coronary revascularization. His expertise and contributions to the field have earned him numerous accolades, including the Best Teacher Award from the Rappaport Technion and the position of President of the Israeli Society of Cardiac Surgeons. Dr. Bolotin currently serves as the Department of cardiac surgery Director at the Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa. His dedication to providing high-quality care, his specialization in minimally invasive techniques, and his extensive research make him a highly respected and trusted medical professional in cardiothoracic surgery.