Prof. Shmuel BANAY

Prof. Shmuel Banai is a cardiologist, cardiac surgeon, and a world-renowned specialist. He has been successfully engaged in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular diseases for 35 years. Over the years, he has returned health to thousands of patients suffering from coronary blockages, congenital heart defects, heart valve problems and other cardiovascular pathologies.

In his work, Prof. Banai uses the latest cardiac diagnostic tools, such as diagnostic catheterization, which allows the detection of diseases at the earliest stages.

The professor utilizes the most innovative treatment methods. In particular, with the help of therapeutic catheterization, he masterfully performs aortic valve replacement, installs the latest, including self-dissolving, stents and balloons that prevent blockage and narrowing of coronary vessels.

Shmuel Banai received an excellent education, graduating from the Faculty of Medicine at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He then gained professional experience as a military doctor in the tank brigade of the Israel Defense Forces. After his service, he interned for many years at major hospitals in the United States and Israel.

Today, Shmuel Banai heads the coronarography department at the Israel Hospital. A sought-after teacher, he lectures at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He was named a top teacher in 1992, 1994, 1995, 2004 and 2005. Dr. Shmuel Banai was awarded the title of Professor for his teaching and research work at the Universities of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

In addition to clinical and teaching activities, Shmuel Banai is seriously engaged in research. He is the author of 150 scientific papers, highly appreciated by the world’s leading specialists in the field of cardiology. Under his leadership and direct personal participation, an international group of scientists developed a unique hourglass-shaped Reducer stent, which is implanted into the vein with the help of a catheter. It is a safe method for treating chronic angina by increasing pressure in the coronary sinus (the vein that drains blood from the heart muscle). The invention of Prof. Banai and his assistants is officially used in Israel and in several European countries.

In addition, several years ago, Israel began to introduce the latest technology in the field of invasive cardiology “Watchman” – a safe and highly effective tool for the treatment and prevention of ischemic stroke.

These and other latest achievements of modern cardiology and cardiac surgery are successfully applied today at the Assuta Clinic.

EDUCATION

Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
Professional experience as a military doctor in a tank brigade in the Israel Defense Forces
Specialization in Cardiovascular Disease Research at the Laboratory of Experimental Physiology and Pharmacology, National Institutions of Health, Maryland, USA
Specialization in cardiology and internal medicine at Bikur-Holim Hospital in Jerusalem, Israel

KNOWLEDGE OF LANGUAGES

Hebrew

English

MEMBERSHIP IN INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Israeli Association for Cardiovascular Diseases
European Society of Cardiopulmonary Surgeons

Reviews

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MIKHAIL VLADIMIROVICH

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ANDREI

"I went to doctors for several months, they could not diagnose me, as is usually the case with us. A friend advised me to come here, he had already been treated here himself. From myself I can say the attitude on 5 +! They ordered a ticket and found me a place to stay at a normal price. In the hospital they examined me, analyzed me, analyzed all kinds of devices and diagnosed me. I have already undergone a course of chemotherapy, and if I need check-ups, I will apply only here. And what would happen to me if I continued to be examined in our hospitals? It's scary to even think about
Irina Kucherenko

Really enjoyed the MDI clinic. Great attitude towards patients. Applied with the problem of psoriasis (>10 years trying to cure and nothing helps). I was worried about how everything would go, as I was flying from another country, but before arrival everything was discussed with me: what to do, how much time of stay will be needed, cost, accommodation, absolutely everything and I was not so worried. Upon arrival I was met, driven to the hotel and was in constant contact with me. Also gave a local SIM card for communication and internet, drove and accompanied everywhere. Was in Tel Aviv for 3 days and during this time visited the doctor, did all the necessary tests and prescribed treatment. After leaving, I am still in touch with the curators and doctors to find out how the treatment is going, whether the medication is helping, my general health, whether I need to send more medication, etc. I am very glad that I visited MDI clinic, as it was the first time I saw the effect of treatment and that it actually helps. Words can't describe the emotions and feelings when you realize that you will finally be healthy and you can no longer be self-conscious about your skin, wear open clothes, put your hair up however you want, etc.
Konstantin Zubarev

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your concern. From the first contact to the last minute of being in Israel, we constantly felt cared for. Meeting at the airport, organization of accommodation, support during the quarantine, useful household advice, help in buying food, accompaniment to procedures and consultations with doctors, help in buying medicines, a clear plan of action and constant information about the progress of treatment - our stay in Tel Aviv was so competently organized that the whole treatment took place in an atmosphere of confidence, calmness and relaxation. There was no stress of being in another country, even though the reason for coming to Israel was not a fun one - my father's metastatic prostate cancer. Special thanks to Catherine, for her heartfelt attitude and involvement with us. Thank you so much! Success, prosperity and grateful patients!