34 Sheba Pediatricians Named Forbes Israel 2025 Best Doctors
Forbes Israel’s 2025 “Best Doctors” list recognizes 34 pediatric specialists from Sheba Medical Center’s Edmond and Lily Safra Children’s Hospital among Israel’s top physicians. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and the strength of Sheba’s pediatric system, designed for complex, high-risk, and chronic conditions across hemato-oncology, pediatric intensive care, child psychiatry, and rehabilitation.
Published: May 12, 2025
Sheba’s pediatric expertise contributes to its global standing as a World’s Top 10 Hospital by Newsweek, making it a trusted destination for families worldwide.
Child-Centered Pediatric Care
The Edmond and Lily Safra Children’s Hospital treats over 125,000 children annually across 32 departments with 1,400+ dedicated staff. Sheba pioneered a pain-free care model, minimizing trauma from procedures through preparation, emotional support, and recovery-focused care.
Interactive tools like CT machine models help children understand procedures. Age-appropriate communication builds trust, while family spaces, play areas, psychological support, and complementary therapies address caregivers’ needs too.
Sheba’s unique in-hospital schooling program sets it apart. As Prof. Itai Pessach, Director, states: “Unlike any other hospital, our young patients keep learning while they are healing.” With 100+ trained educators, the program maintains education during treatment, explains procedures in child-friendly language, and supports emotional well-being.
Multidisciplinary Pediatric Leadership
Under Prof. Itai Pessach, the hospital delivers comprehensive care from routine clinics to ICU treatment, including trauma and crisis cases. Sheba’s pediatric specialists cover all major fields:
- Urology: Prof. Yoram Mor provides advanced pediatric urologic care.
- Orthopedics: Dr. Nir Sherr-Lurie treats musculoskeletal disorders, trauma, and deformities.
- Allergy & Immunology: Prof. Raz Somech and Dr. Mona Kidon manage immunodeficiencies, severe allergies, and immune diseases.
This integrated expertise ensures seamless care for complex pediatric conditions.
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