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BIOGRAPHY

Conditons treated by Dr. Nir Wasserberg

General Laparoscopic Surgeon Nir Wasserberg treats the following conditions:

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

Laparoscopic surgery is the best treatment option for many digestive problems even when these could be treated successfully with or medications or lifestyle changes. The General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs “minimally invasive” surgery to treat various digestive conditions. Laparoscopic surgery is preferred for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, and ulcerative colitis.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Nir Wasserberg

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

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

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. Nir Wasserberg

You can consult Dr Nir Wasserberg from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Nir Wasserberg

With several years of experience and deep knowledge, Dr Nir Wasserberg has successfully performed a wide range of surgeries. Some of the popular procedures performed by the specialists include:

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

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

  • 1994 - graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
  • 1999-2001 - increased expertise in the field of transplantation of the intestine, Miami, USA
  • 2001 - graduated from residency in General Surgery
  • 2003-2004 - Increases expertise in colorectal surgery and physiology of the rectum, Los Angeles, USA
  • Specialty in Colorectal Surgery and Anorectal Physiology: University of Southern California Los Angeles California

Past Experiences

  • Director division of colorectal surgery, Department of Surgery, Beilinson Campus, Rabin Medical Center
  • Senior surgeon at the University Hospital of Los Angeles, USA
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (7)

  • Chairman of the Scientific Committee of the Israel Society for Surgery of the intestine and rectum
  • The Israeli Association of Surgeons
  • The European Society of Crohn's disease and colitis
  • The European Society of Surgery for Crohn's disease and colitis
  • The European Society of Coloproctology
  • The American Society of colorectal surgery
  • The Israeli Society of Gastroenterology

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Nir Wasserberg have?
Dr. Nir Wasserberg is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Herzliya, Israel.
Does Dr. Nir Wasserberg offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Nir Wasserberg have?
Dr. Nir Wasserberg is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

What does a General Laparoscopic Surgeon do?

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. There are many other works that a General Laparoscopic Surgeon handles like monitoring general health problems that generally a general physician addresses. They also perform diagnostic tests to find out the underlying conditions. Some other conditions that a gynecologist can treat are Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis.

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

A General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs the below-given tests to diagnose underlying conditions:

  • Physical Exam
  • CT scan Abdomen
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Skrotal Doppler
  • Ingunial Ultrasound
  • 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?

Your general physician will refer you to a general laparoscopic surgeon if they suspect a condition that may require surgical treatment. The specialist will perform a series of diagnostic tests to detect the actual cause of the disease and will design a treatment plan accordingly. In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from 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.