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About Dr. Gabriel Zeilig

  • Prof. Zeilig completed his MD at Milano University, Italy and became certified as a specialist in PM&R in 1990 at Tel Aviv University, Israel. He remained on staff from 1993 to 1995, when he did a Critical Care Neurotrauma and Neurorehabilitation fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Centre, Baltimore, USA.
  • His primary areas of clinical interest are the rehabilitation of individuals with neurological conditions like spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, etc.
  • He is also interested in the application and creation of new technologies to improve CNS plasticity and functioning in this group.
  • Prof. Zeilig serves on the editorial boards of scientific journals and is an ad hoc reviewer for several others.

Conditions treated by Dr. Gabriel Zeilig

  • Neurological trauma
  • Neurological damage
  • Physical medicine
  • Rehabilitation
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Guillain-Barré syndrome
  • Movement disorders
  • Neuro-oncology
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Neurorehabilitation
  • Neurology
  • Brain injury
  • Parkinson
  • Stroke

Area of Interest

  • Neuro-Rehabilitation

Qualification

  • MD from the University of Milan Medical School, Italy

Work Experiences

  • The Israeli National Insurance Institute – Consultant physician
  • IDF – Consultant physician for neurological rehabilitation
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

  • Physical Medicine
  • Rehabilitation
  • Fellowship in Critical Care Neurotrauma and Neurorehabilitation at the University of Maryland Medical Centre, USA

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Professional society membership: Israel Medical Association, Israel Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, International Medical Society of Paraplegia, England, Israel Association of Neurotrauma, American Society of Neurorehabilitation, American Spine Injury Association (ASIA), Israel Association of Spine Medicine

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

  • Adunsky A, Arad M, Levi R, Blankstein A, Zeilig G, Mizrachi E. Five-year experience with the ‘Sheba’model of comprehensive orthogeriatric care for elderly hip fracture patients. Disability and rehabilitation. 2005 Jan 1;27(18-19):1123-7.
  • Zeilig G, Weingarden H, Zwecker M, Dudkiewicz I, Bloch A, Esquenazi A. Safety and tolerance of the ReWalk™ exoskeleton suit for ambulation by people with complete spinal cord injury: A pilot study. The journal of spinal cord medicine. 2012 Mar 1;35(2):96-101.
  • Zeilig G, Enosh S, Rubin-Asher D, Lehr B, Defrin R. The nature and course of sensory changes following spinal cord injury: predictive properties and implications on the mechanism of central pain. Brain. 2012 Feb 1;135(2):418-30.
  • Wolff J, Zeilig G, Bondi M, Burshtein E, Levi R, Ratzon NZ. reliability and validity of the hebrew version of the international spinal cord injury activities and participation basic data set. European journal of physical and rehabilitation medicine. 2023 Apr 21;59(3):345.
  • Gur Arie A, Toren I, Hadar R, Braun T, Efroni G, Glick Saar E, Madar Z, Amir A, Zeilig G, Haberman Y. Lack of gut microbiome recovery with spinal cord injury rehabilitation. Gut Microbes. 2024 Dec 31;16(1):2309682.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Doctor Gabriel Zeilig doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

Dr. Gabriel Zeilig is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

How long is the consultation?

The consultation can last from 15 to 30 minutes. Depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions, it may exceed the estimated time.

How soon can the consultation be organised?

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

Is a follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

The option to share your medical records is available between the steps of the form provided to you on the website.

Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can go ahead with treatment packages for your diagnosis with the help of our case managers.

Can we get an estimate for the procedure?

Yes. Our case manager will provide the cost estimate, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about traveling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Physiotherapist

What conditions do Neuro Rehab Specialists treat?

They treat and manage:

  • Stroke recovery
  • Brain injury (traumatic or acquired)
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Guillain-Barré syndrome
  • Neuropathy and motor neuron diseases
What treatments or therapies do they offer?

A neuro rehab specialist oversees a tailored rehabilitation program, which can involve:

  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech and language therapy
  • Cognitive rehabilitation
  • Medication management
  • Assistive devices and mobility aids
  • Psychological support or counselling
What happens during the first consultation?

On the first visit, the doctor will:

  • Scan your medical history
  • Perform a neurological and functional evaluation.
  • Identify your objectives and obstacles.
  • Coordinate a rehabilitation plan with an interdisciplinary team.

Reviewer

Dr. Abdullah Rahil
Dr. Abdullah Rahil

MPT (Neuro)

7 Years of Experience

Dr. Abdullah Rahil, M.P.T. (Neurology), is a dedicated physiotherapy professional specializing in orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. With strong clinical expertise, he focuses on improving patient mobility, reducing pain, and restoring functional independence through evidence-based rehabilitation techniques. He is skilled in advanced therapeutic approaches that support effective rehabilitation and recovery for a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, focusing on improving mobility, reducing pain, and restoring functional independence. Dr. Rahil has extensive experience managing diverse rehabilitation cases. His patient-centered approach emphasizes personalized treatment plans, continuous assessment, and comprehensive rehabilitation to achieve optimal recovery outcomes. View More

Last Reviewed - January 2026

Author

Dr. Shagufta Parveen
Dr. Shagufta Parveen

Doctor of Pharmacy

3 Years of Experience

Dr. Shagufta Parveen is a Clinical researcher and medical writer with expertise in clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics. She holds a B.Pharm and Doctor of Pharmacy (Post-Baccalaureate) degree from Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad.

During her clinical stint at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital and Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, she gained hands-on experience in the Clinical Pharmacology Department. Combining scientific knowledge with strong medical writing skills, Dr. Shagufta develops evidence-based healthcare content, treatment guides, and patient education resources.

Her work focuses on simplifying complex medical concepts while maintaining scientific accuracy, helping readers better understand healthcare advancements and treatment options.

In addition to her writing expertise, she is actively involved in scientific research and has contributed to peer-reviewed publications.

Her research work is accessible through the following links:

https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lMVK1eIAAAAJ&hl=en

https://carcinogenesis.com/index.php/JOC/article/view/870

https://carcinogenesis.com/index.php/JOC/article/view/868

https://wjpsronline.com/abstract/0000000760

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