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Dr. Yona Yaniv

Dr. Yona Yaniv

Bone and Joint Specialist ·
, Ramat Gan, Israel

25 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hebrew , English

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

About Dr. Yona Yaniv

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Yona Yaniv is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon serving at the Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel. She has over 25 years of experience in her field of surgery. She specializes in Hand surgery, arthroscopy surgery, microsurgery, reconstructive surgery, orthopaedics, sports medicine, minimally invasive, elbow, trauma surgery, plastic surgery, emergency medicine, rhinoplasty, and wound care. She obtained her medical education from the MD from the Sackler School of Medicine, TAU followed by Specialization in Orthopedics at Sourasky Medical Center, Tel-Aviv. 

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Yona has been a part of many different research papers published in renowned journals from around the world. She also holds various positions such as Vice Head of Hand Surgery Department, Lecturer, Orthopedics Department, TAU, and Chair, The Israeli Society for Surgery of the Hand (ISSH). She also takes part in a joint project with the Neurological Rehabilitation Department, headed by Dr. Gabriel Zeilig.

Conditions Treated by Dr Yona Yaniv

We are outlining here for you the many conditions that Dr. Yona Yaniv treats.:

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Brachial Plexus Avulsion
  • Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
  • Deformed Knees
  • Knee Injury
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Major Fractures
  • Knee Pain
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Erb's Palsy
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Brachial Plexus Rupture
  • Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Most Common)

It is for the issues or injuries in the musculoskeletal system for which patients consult this doctor. Injuries or conditions of the bones, ligaments, joints or tendons are the ones the doctor specialises in. The aptitude of the surgeon, their ability to constantly learn and adapt to newer developments in treatment are also as important as their education, skills and experience.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Yona Yaniv

There are many signs and symptoms seen in the patients which may require you to visit an Orthopedic Surgeon such as:

  • Ligaments
  • Tendons
  • Muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life
  • Joints problem
  • Bones problem

Orthopedic or musculoskeletal issues warrant multiple symptoms in patients. Pain in the joints and muscles and swelling are an indication that you must consult an orthopedic surgeon at the earliest. In the affected area of the body, the range of motion could get restricted and that is usually a significant indicator of a musculoskeletal issue.

Operating Hours of Dr Yona Yaniv

With Sunday being an off day, Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm are the operating hours of the doctor. The doctor makes sure that the procedures are completed with a whole degree of skill and efficiency.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Yona Yaniv

Dr. Yona Yaniv performs many popular procedures and we have listed them below for your convenience.:

  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Total Hip Replacement B/L
  • Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Total Knee Replacement B/L
  • Ankle Fusion Surgery
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Hip Resurfacing Surgery
  • Knee Arthroscopy

Arthritis, hip pain, dislocated joints or any of a number of such conditions mean that to get back on our feet we must refer with an orthopedic surgeon. Patients may be affected by either acute or chronic or degenerative orthopedic conditions and their are right surgical solutions for all of them. There is quite a bit of sub specialisation seen in this specialty considering that there is a lot of scope to work with in the orthopedic field.

Qualification

  • MD from the Sackler School of Medicine, TAU
  • Specialization in Orthopedics at Sourasky Medical Center, Tel-Aviv

Work Experiences

  • Lecturer, Orthopedics Department, TAU
  • Resident Orthopedics - B Ichilov Hospital
  • Vice Head of Hand Surgery Department - Sheba Medical Center

Memberships (2)

  • The Israeli Society for Surgery of the Hand (ISSH)
  • Orthopedic Trauma Association (OTA)

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Procedures Performed

Ankle Fusion Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
Arthrodesis
Arthroscopic (minimally invasive) ankle surgery
Arthroscopic Bankart repair
Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI)
Bone Reconstruction
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Repair
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
Total Hip Replacement B/L
Total Hip Replacement U/L
Total Knee Replacement B/L
Total Knee Replacement Surgery U/L

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Yona has over 25 years of experience in her field of surgery.

She specializes in Hand surgery, arthroscopy surgery, microsurgery, reconstructive surgery, orthopedics, sports medicine, minimally invasive, elbow, trauma surgery, plastic surgery, emergency medicine, rhinoplasty, and wound care.

Yes, Dr. Yona Yaniv provides online consultation through MediGence.

Dr. Yona is a part of the Israeli Society for Surgery of the Hand (ISSH) and the Orthopedic Trauma Association (OTA).

Whenever a patient requires surgery to correct an issue in a joint or bone, then an orthopaedic surgeon is required. They are usually trained to perform many difficult operations such as hip and knee replacement surgery as well.

He can be easily consulted by registering your profile with medigence and writing down your inquiry. A meeting with the surgeon will be scheduled. Following which the consultation can be done.

Dr. Yona Yaniv is a specialized Orthopedic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Tel Hashomer, Israel.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Yona Yaniv is one of the most sought after specialists in Israel and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

Prior to and during the consultation with the orthopedic surgeon, please get the relevant tests done, the whole list of whom is listed below.:

  • Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
  • MRI
  • X-ray
  • Ultrasound

Basis the tests, the doctor can get a more accurate picture of the severity and reasons behind the condition and the best treatment to be done. The recommended diagnostic as well as screening tests help define the treatment process by determining how ready the patient is for the prescribed treatment. To check the patient as to how well he has healed the doctor assists the process by getting physical tests done.

The usual route of visiting the orthopedic surgeon is through the referral route when post consultation supported by tests your doctor recommends you to see this specialist. An orthopedic surgeon is someone you are usually referred to by your doctor when it is determined post tests and consultation that you need an orthopedic procedure to resolve your health condition. The rehabilitation can be made seamless and effortless for you with the right guidance from the orthopedic surgeon. The doctors recommend the tests that need to be done as well as prescribe the medications inline with your orthopedic treatment.

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