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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr.Hagit Tulchinsky is a highly experienced and successful laparoscopic surgeon . She graduated from the Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University . She completed her specialization in  General Surgery  from the Rabin Medical Center.She was awarded a fellowship  in Colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital & Academic Institute, London, UK. Her primary treatment procedures include  cancer of the colon and rectum ,Inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis,Diverticulitis,Anal diseases such as hemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas,Motility and functional disorders and minimally invasive surgeries for bowel resections for benign and malignant colorectal diseases,anorectal disorders. Currently She is the Director of The Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit and also the Head of the General Surgery Division at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center,Israel. Her experience and her interest in educating others has made her pursue academics too. She is a  Professor of surgery at the Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University. 

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr.Tulchinsky has an experience of nearly  25 years as a general laparoscopic surgeon. She has authored and co-authored  more than 50 peer reviewed publications and several book chapters and serves as an editorial board member and reviewer for several Surgical and GI Journals. Dr.Tulchinsky is currently president of the Israeli Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery,She is also member in the Surgical European Crohn's and Colitis Organization (S-ECCO) ,National Council for Surgery, Anesthesiology and Critical Care,IRB Committee at Tel Aviv Medical Center (TASMC).


Conditons treated by Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky

Listed below are some of the conditions that General Laparoscopic Surgeon Hagit Tulchinsky treats::

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

Though many digestive problems could be treated successfully with or medications or lifestyle changes, some conditions may require laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic surgery is a "minimally invasive" procedure commonly used to treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. For laparoscopic surgery, small incisions are made in the abdomen. The laparoscope instruments are inserted through these ports.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky

These symptoms should be discussed with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon for further medical investigation:

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

Abdominal problems may show other symptoms, which depend on the underlying disease or condition. Stomach problems are mostly related to the digestive system, but might also be linked to other body systems.

Operating Hours of Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky

The working hours of General Laparoscopic Surgeon Hagit Tulchinsky are 11 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky

Dr Hagit Tulchinsky is a renowned General Laparoscopic Surgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below:

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

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

  • Medical School - Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
  • Specialization General Surgery - Rabin Medical Center
  • Fellow in Colorectal surgery at St. Mark's Hospital & Academic Institute, London, UK

Past Experiences

  • Head of the Colorectal Unit in the Division of Surgery, TASMC.
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MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Israeli Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery
  • Surgical European Crohn´s and Colitis Organization (S-ECCO)
  • National Council for Surgery, Anesthesiology and Critical Care
  • IRB Committe at Tel Aviv Medical Center (TASMC), Israel

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PROCEDURES

  • Appendectomy
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky have as a general laparoscopic surgeon in Israel?

Dr.Tulchinsky has an experience of nearly 25 years as a general laparoscopic surgeon in Israel

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky do as a laparoscopic surgeon?

Her primary treatment procedures include cancer of the colon and rectum ,Inflammatory bowel diseases, Crohn's disease,Diverticulitis,Anal diseases and minimally invasive surgeries for bowel resections for benign and malignant colorectal diseases,anorectal disorders

Does Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr.Tulchinsky provides online consultation through MediGence.

What associations is Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky part of?

She is member in the Surgical European Crohn's and Colitis Organization (S-ECCO) ,National Council for Surgery, Anesthesiology and Critical Care,IRB Committee at Tel Aviv Medical Center (TASMC)

When do you need to see a laparoscopic surgeon such as Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky?

We need to consult a general laparoscopic surgeon such as Dr.Tuchinsky for consultations regarding diseases and disorders related to the colon,rectum and for general laparoscopic procedures like bowel resections for benign and malignant colorectal diseases,anorectal disorders

How to connect with Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky for Online Consultation through MediGence?

She can be easily consulted by registering your profile with MediGence and writing down your enquiry.A meeting with the surgeon will be scheduled. Following which the online consultation can be done.

What area of specialization does Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky have?
Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Does Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky have?
Dr. Hagit Tulchinsky is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

What does a General Laparoscopic Surgeon do?

A doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery is called a general Laparoscopic Surgeon. Laparoscopy is a type of operation performed in the abdomen and pelvis using several small incisions with the help of a camera. The doctor also uses a laparoscope for diagnosis or therapeutic interventions with some small cuts in the abdomen. A General Laparoscopic Surgeon can perform laparoscopic surgeries to treat conditions like Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis, etc. The surgeon works closely with a surgical team that includes anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgical technicians. The surgeons have expertise in minimally invasive techniques which involves making small incisions to access various organs.

What are the tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon?

The tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are listed belowA General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose underlying conditions:

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

It is important to discuss your symptoms with your doctor so that they can assess the symptoms and recommend some tests to know the underlying condition causing the symptoms. The doctor then designs your treatment based on the test report.

When should you go to see a general laparoscopic surgeon?

Because general laparoscopic surgeons have a deep subject knowledge in complex surgery, they perform a wide variety of emergency procedures. You should see a general surgeon if you have a hernia, appendicitis, gallstones, or even a gunshot wound. 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.