Prof. Dr. Jay Lavee

Prof. Dr. Jay Lavee is a highly skilled and experienced cardiac surgeon with 46 years of practice. He studied human medicine at the Sackler School of Medicine and obtained a license for medical practice. Throughout his career, he has specialized in cardiac surgery and made significant contributions. Prof. Dr. Jay Lavee has an impressive CV, which includes training in cardiothoracic surgery at the SHEBA Medical Center Ramat Gan and a fellowship in clinical heart and lung transplantation at the University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is the founder and director of the heart transplantation unit at the SHEBA Medical Center, where he currently serves as the deputy head of the Department of cardiac and thoracic surgery. Additionally, he is an associate professor of surgery at Tel Aviv University and a full professor at the same institution. His accomplishments go beyond his clinical practice. Prof. Dr. Jay Lavee has significantly contributed to cardiac surgery through his research and publications. He has authored over 203 scientific publications, including guidelines for the care of heart transplant recipients and guidance on managing left ventricular assist device (LVAD) supported patients. His research focuses on topics such as organ transplantation, graft dysfunction, and the impact of gender mismatching on heart transplant outcomes. Prof. Dr. Jay Lavee's extensive experience, expertise, and dedication to cardiac surgery make him a highly respected and sought-after doctor. His contributions to research and patient care have made him a leading figure in the field, and his patients can trust that they are receiving the best possible care under his guidance.