Pulmonology at Ichilov (Sourasky) Medical Center, Tel Aviv
Asthma, COPD and lung cancer treatment
The Ichilov Institute of Pulmonology treats interstitial lung disease, cystic fibrosis, severe asthma, COPD and oncologic conditions.
- Navigation-guided bronchoscopy with biopsy
- EBUS biopsy of mediastinal lymph nodes
- Biologic agent programmes for severe asthma
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
Articles and programmes in Pulmonology
Articles on treatment methods, protocols and physicians.
Treatment of Systemic Scleroderma in Israel
Systemic scleroderma is a disease that affects organs and blood vessels, altering the structure of connective tissue and accompanied by the development of fibrosis. The disease is more common in women aged 30 to 50 years.
Learn moreTreatment of Exogenous Allergic Alveolitis in Israel
Exogenous allergic alveolitis, also known as hypersensitivity pneumonitis, is a syndrome caused by sensitivity to exogenous antigens. It primarily occurs in individuals suffering from allergic manifestations. Causes include…
Learn moreCOPD Treatment in Israel
COPD is an abbreviation for the name of the disease. It stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. This is a partially progressive irreversible limitation of airflow entering the respiratory tract. This pathology is caused by an abnormal inflammatory reaction of the lung mucosa to the inhalation of gases and toxic particles.
Learn moreTreatment of Pneumonia in Israel
Pneumonia is an inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by viral, bacterial, and fungal infections of lung tissue. Pneumonia is a difficult disease to diagnose, as its symptoms and many diagnostic indicators are very similar to those of many lung diseases.
Learn moreTreatment of Osteochondroplastic Tracheobronchopathy in Israel
Osteochondroplastic tracheobronchopathy can be referred to by various names, such as synchronous ossifying osteitis, scleroma, tracheal echondrosis, etc. All these names are characteristic of a disease marked by the formation of bone and…
Learn moreTreatment of Pulmonary Fibrosis in Israel
Pulmonary fibrosis refers to the disease of fibrosing alveolitis, or interstitial pneumonia. To identify the type of disease, it is necessary to establish the causes of its occurrence. When there are no visible causes, this type is called 'idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.'
Learn moreTreatment of Pulmonary Hypertension in Israel
Pulmonary hypertension is a lung pathology characterized by significantly elevated blood pressure in the pulmonary artery vessels. It most often leads to right ventricular heart failure, which can result in death. The onset of the disease…
Learn moreTreatment of Pulmonary Insufficiency in Israel
Insufficient supply of arterial blood with oxygen due to lung pathology is classified in medicine as pulmonary insufficiency. Treatment of pulmonary insufficiency in Israel is one of the sought-after areas of medical tourism.…
Learn moreTreatment of Hamartoma in the Lung in Israel
A hamartoma in the lung is a growth made up of cartilage-like tissue and parts of the bronchial walls. It appears as a single round, usually lobulated mass ranging from five millimeters to five centimeters in size. It typically does not grow larger. A…
Learn moreTreatment of Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis in Israel
Bronchopulmonary aspergillosis is an allergic type of disease that resembles pneumonia in symptoms. It manifests as inflammation in the airways and an increased eosinophil count in the blood. The disease is caused by allergic reactions to aspergillus spores.
Learn moreTreatment of Lung Abscess in Israel
A lung abscess is the process of "melting" lung tissues and the formation of a separate cavity. The cavity is a limited capsule filled with purulent discharge. An abscess can be acute, gangrenous, or chronic. Different…
Learn moreTreatment of Tracheal Diseases in Israel
The trachea is an air-conducting respiratory organ that is a cartilaginous tube. The trachea is located below the larynx and branches into the bronchi. The most common diseases of the trachea are tracheitis and tracheal pathologies (agenesis, stenosis, and fistula).
Learn moreTreatment of Bronchial Asthma in Israel
Bronchial asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease. In this condition, inflammatory processes affect the entire bronchial mucosa and increase their sensitivity to potential allergens. There are three types of bronchial asthma…
Learn moreLung Cancer Treatment in Israel
One of the most common types of oncological diseases is lung cancer. Despite preventive measures being taken, the disease is becoming more frequent. Additionally, oncological diseases have a very high mortality rate…
Learn moreScientists Discover Protein That Suppresses Tumor Growth
A group of researchers from Boston University School of Medicine has identified the ability of a protein, whose role in the development of oncological diseases has been studied before, to destroy another protein that hinders immune cells from recognizing and attacking cancer cells. New methods based on its use may help more effectively combat various types of oncology, including breast, kidney, and lung cancer.
Learn moreBreakthrough in Cancer Treatment at the Weizmann Institute
In April 2025, the Weizmann Institute in Israel announced a sensational discovery that could change the approach to cancer treatment. A team of scientists led by Dr. Amit discovered a gene switch capable of transforming immune cells from defenders of cancer tumors into their active opponents…
Learn moreIsraeli Scientists Invent Innovative Method for Diagnosing Sleep Apnea
In Israel, a technology based on artificial intelligence has been developed that accurately identifies all significant cases of moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. It is expected to be implemented as an accessible mobile application that will allow individuals to …
Learn moreIsraeli Device May Prevent Readmission for COPD
A unique device developed in Israel could significantly enhance the effectiveness of treatment for any respiratory diseases, including asthma. However, it is primarily intended for use in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the management of which currently poses a significant challenge for healthcare professionals.
Learn moreIsraeli Study Confirms Effectiveness of Drug for Severe Asthma
Good news for people suffering from one of the most severe forms of bronchial asthma. A two-year study of the biological drug Nucala (mepolizumab), conducted at one of the Israeli medical centers, demonstrated that its use significantly improves the condition of patients with severe eosinophilic asthma that is not controlled by other medications.
Learn moreCAR-M Therapy: Hope for Treating Complex Tumors
Researchers from South Korea have presented an innovative approach to cancer immunotherapy that could significantly expand the capabilities of existing treatment methods, such as CAR-T (chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy). The team from the Korean Research Institute of Chemical Technology (KRICT) led by Dr. Chi-Hoon Park has developed a new technology based on the use of macrophages with chimeric antigen receptors (CAR-M). This method promises to overcome the limitations of CAR-T therapy, especially in treating solid tumors such as lung or liver cancer, and open new prospects in the fight against oncological diseases.
Learn moreA Simple Blood Test Will Make Lung Cancer Diagnosis More Effective
An Israeli-British team of scientists has developed a new method for diagnosing lung cancer that, according to them, will allow for the detection of one of the most dangerous forms of oncology much more effectively than existing methods. This involves a simple blood test based on DNA repair indicators. Specifically…
Learn moreA New Drug Shows Promising Results in the Treatment of Lung and Kidney Cancer
The first of its kind drug for treating oncological diseases, pegilodecakin, has shown positive results regarding safety and the potential to become a new therapeutic option for patients with non-small cell lung cancer and kidney cancer.
Learn moreNew Discovery Will Help Save People with Lung Cancer
Israeli doctors are constantly improving the quality and reliability of cancer diagnostics.
Learn moreTreatment of Pleural Cancer in Israel
Success in treating pleural cancer at the Ichilov clinic is based on a combination of the expert experience of Israeli oncologists and tomorrow's technologies. Here, template solutions are not used; each protocol is adapted to the genetic characteristics of the tumor, allowing for the selection of the most precise immunotherapy and ...
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