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Leading Expert in Pediatric Urology
Position: He has been the Head of the Pediatric Urology Unit
Hospital: Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital (Ichilov Medical Center, Tel Aviv)
Professor Jakob Ben Chaim is one of Israel’s leading experts in pediatric urology. He has been the Head of the Pediatric Urology Unit at Dana-Dwek Children’s Hospital (Ichilov Medical Center, Tel Aviv) since 1997.
Prof. Ben Chaim has vast experience in treating complex congenital urinary tract malformations in children and is recognized internationally for his surgical excellence, research, and innovation in the field.
Prof. Ben Chaim is consistently listed in Forbes list of the best Israeli doctors
Qualified Medical Consultation, Second Opinion
Qualified Medical Consultation by Urologic Surgeon Prof. Jacob Ben Chaim
- Pediatric Urology
- Congenital malformations of the urinary tract
- Hypospadias repair
- Bladder exstrophy
- Minimally invasive pediatric urologic surgery (laparoscopy, robotic, endoscopy)
- Complicated re-operations after failed hypospadias repair
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Surgical Experience
Prof. Ben Haim has performed:
- Thousands of surgeries correcting congenital urological abnormalities.
- Over 2,000 hypospadias surgeries, including complex reoperations after failed repairs.
- He has developed and refined minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time, scarring, and complications, and applies laparoscopic and robotic approaches when appropriate.
Professional Background
- Medical Degree (MD): Graduated with honors from the Technion Faculty of Medicine, Haifa, in 1987.
- Residency in Urology: Completed at Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, in 1993.
- Fellowship in Pediatric Urology: Completed in 1995 at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
Academic Appointments
- Full Professor at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, since 1999.
- Lectures in postgraduate programs for urology residents and mentors medical students in pediatric and general urology.
Research & Publications
- Presented dozens of lectures at international pediatric urology conferences.
- Authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, case studies, and chapters in leading medical textbooks.
- Active in clinical research, advancing surgical methods and outcomes in pediatric urology.
Philosophy of Care
“I chose to dedicate my life to helping children born with complex urologic conditions—because they have their whole life ahead of them. I believe surgery should only be performed when truly necessary, and when it is, I strive to use the most advanced, minimally invasive techniques for the best possible results.”
Prof. Ben Haim emphasizes:
- A personalized, child-friendly, and compassionate approach.
- Collaborative care with specialists in pediatric nephrology, pediatric surgery, endocrinology, and neurosurgery when needed.
- Clear communication with parents and long-term follow-up to ensure lasting success.
Surgeries are performed exclusively in state-of-the-art private hospitals with the highest standards of safety and care.
Languages Spoken
- Hebrew
- English
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If your child has been diagnosed with a congenital urinary tract condition, or if you are seeking a second opinion after failed urologic surgery, Professor Jakob Ben Chaim offers professional, experienced, and compassionate care.
