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Dr. Amir Szold

Dr. Amir Szold

Laparoscopic Surgeon ·
, Tel Aviv, Israel

45 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hebrew , English

Amir Szold is currently available for hospital consultations. Explore online consultation options or book an in-person visit.

About Dr. Amir Szold

Conditons treated by Dr. Amir Szold

Listed below are some of the conditions that General Laparoscopic Surgeon Amir Szold treats::

  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)

Laparoscopic surgery is a common procedure for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and liver problems, with the help of minimally invasive techniques, so ensuring speedy recovery of patients. The surgeon also performs various gastrointestinal surgery and related endoscopic procedures.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Amir Szold

In case your body shows any of the below-given symptoms, consult a General Laparoscopic Surgeon who will help diagnose the underlying conditions:

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements
  • Loss of appetite
  • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in your abdomen
  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses
  • Abdominal bloating
  • Back pain between your shoulder blades
  • Flatulence

The above symptoms appear mainly due to conditions related to the abdomen or pelvis. The symptoms can vary from person to person because the nervous system regulates different body functions.

Operating Hours of Dr. Amir Szold

If you want to seek consultation from doctor Amir Szold, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Amir Szold

The popular procedures that General Laparoscopic Surgeon Amir Szold performs are listed below:

  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Appendectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Whipples Procedure

Gallbladder removal has become very common these days. Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is a minimally invasive procedure that involves making small incisions to remove a diseased or inflamed gallbladder. Laparoscopic removal is mostly preferred for gallbladder removal surgery. It is also known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

Qualification

  • Higher medical education, he graduated from the Medical Faculty of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
  • Specialization in general surgery at the hospital, “Hadassah” Jerusalem
  • Specialty in laparoscopic surgery at the hospital, “Mount Sinai”, New York,in 1995

Work Experiences

  • General surgeon, specialist in laparoscopic surgery at the medical center “Ichilov” them. Sourasky Tel Aviv
  • Senior Lecturer, Bee's Medicine U. S. Sackler, Tel Aviv University
  • Director and partner of the surgical center “Assia Medical Group” in hospital “Assuta” Tel Aviv

Memberships (4)

  • Israeli society Endoscopic Surgery
  • European society Endoscopic Surgery
  • International Association for Medical Technology
  • Israel Surgical Association

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Procedures Performed

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Treatment
Appendectomy
Congenital Limb Defects Surgery
Hemicolectomy
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
Whipple's Procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Amir Szold is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Tel Aviv, Israel.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Amir Szold is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 30 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon is a doctor who is trained in laparoscopy technique which involves making small incisions in the abdomen to insert instruments and a camera so that the surgeon can see the organs. The surgeons used this technique to operate on several diseases related to the gallbladder, hernias, etc. A general surgeon has knowledge of the entire surgical process, from the evaluation to preparation, procedures, and post-operative care. The surgeon understands all the basic areas of surgery, including the abdomen and its content, surgical treatment of cancer. The surgeons have expertise in minimally invasive techniques.

There are various diagnostic tests that help a General Laparoscopic Surgeon diagnose conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis. The tests are:

  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Urine Tests
  • Physical Exam
  • Blood Tests
  • Ingunial Ultrasound
  • Skrotal Doppler
  • CT scan Abdomen

Always consult your doctor and let them know all your symptoms related to the abdomen. They may perform a few diagnostic tests so that the actual condition can be diagnosed. Post diagnosis the doctor determines the treatment plan that is best for you.

Patients see a general surgeon in a variety of circumstances. If your doctor thinks that non-surgical treatments will not be enough, they may refer to a general laparoscopic surgeon. Below are some situations when you need to see a General Laparoscopic Surgeon:

  1. Reduced appetite and weight loss
  2. Persistent change in your bowel habits
  3. Nausea and vomiting.
  4. Fever.
  5. Abdominal tenderness
  6. Loss of appetite
  7. Abdominal pain and cramping.
  8. Blood in your stool.

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