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Respiratory
Rehabilitation Department
The department serves patients after surgery or hospitalization and those suffering from chronic lung diseases. Treatment includes weaning from a ventilator, strengthening breathing and improving function with a multidisciplinary team and a personalized plan.
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Advanced, personalized respiratory care
Comprehensive diagnosis, physiological tests and a multidimensional assessment to build a personal treatment plan
Controlled weaning from the ventilator
A gradual transition to independent breathing with a team of experts and advanced technology
Mental and emotional support for patient and family
Resilience workshops, psychological therapy and emotional coping tools for companions
About the Chronic Ventilation Department
Department Specialty
Our unit is designed to provide precise, effective care for a wide range
of medical challenges that require rehabilitation:
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Rehabilitation for chronic lung diseases
Comprehensive care for people with COPD, asthma or cystic fibrosis. A treatment plan that includes respiratory physiotherapy, exercises to strengthen the breathing muscles and advanced respiratory care to achieve stability and quality of life.
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Rehabilitation after surgery and chest injuries
Support for patients after complex surgery and prolonged hospitalization requiring respiratory rehabilitation, and for people who have experienced chest injuries in accidents or sports injuries.
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A multidisciplinary team in a five-star environment
Physicians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists and social workers. Private rooms with accommodation for a companion, a rooftop with sea views and maximum flexibility in visiting hours.
Information for patients and their families
Our team of experts - the medical team of the respiratory rehabilitation department at Medical Care is made up of physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists and social workers, all with extensive experience in respiratory rehabilitation. The team works together as an integrated team, in close collaboration with the patient and family, to achieve the best results.
Dr. Igor Kisil - Department Director
Amid Azaiza - Head Nurse
Dr. Arie Sorkasky - Expert Consultant, Director of Intensive Care at Wolfson
In the respiratory rehabilitation and chronic ventilation department at Medical Care, we offer an innovative integrative approach that combines advanced medicine with complementary therapies. Respiratory care includes respiratory physiotherapy, exercises to strengthen the breathing muscles, yoga, meditation and nutritional guidance, all tailored to each patient's unique needs.
The main goal is to increase the efficiency of the breathing muscles, so that every breath is more effective and less exhausting. Weaning from the ventilator is done gradually and individually, with a team of physicians, physiotherapists and specialist nurses, while maintaining optimal oxygen levels.
Our holistic approach emphasizes physical and mental strengthening, and enables patients with chronic lung diseases such as COPD, asthma and cystic fibrosis to improve their quality of life and return to full, independent functioning.
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Everything You Need to Know
Questions & Answers
What is the weaning process?
A gradual, controlled process of weaning from mechanical ventilation, aimed at restoring the patient's ability to breathe independently. It is carried out in stages, with continuous monitoring and according to the body's response.
Is every ventilated patient suitable for weaning?
Not everyone. Weaning depends on the patient's medical condition, the reason for ventilation and their respiratory potential. The team assesses each case individually and sets realistic goals.
Are the treatments covered by the health funds?
Yes. The treatments are recognized and subsidized under full arrangements with all the health funds, subject to presenting Form 17 from the insuring fund.
How do we keep in touch with a patient who cannot speak?
The team, and the speech therapists in particular, develop alternative means of communication with each patient (cards, communication boards, eyes and fingers) according to the patient's ability.
How is the family involved?
We hold regular update conversations, provide professional guidance and allow extensive visits. The family is a full partner in decisions and in the process.
What is respiratory rehabilitation?
Respiratory rehabilitation is a medical process focused on improving the function of the respiratory system after illness or injury. It includes treatments to improve breathing capacity, rebuild physical fitness and reduce dependence on external respiratory support.
Who is respiratory rehabilitation for?
For patients after complex surgery or prolonged hospitalization, people suffering from chronic lung diseases such as COPD, asthma or cystic fibrosis, and people who have experienced chest injuries in accidents or sports injuries.
What is the process of weaning from a ventilator?
A gradual, personal process carried out under full medical supervision, intended for patients who have been dependent on mechanical ventilation. The team uses leading methods and advanced technology to reduce dependence on the machine, while maintaining optimal oxygen levels and close emotional support.
Which treatments does the department include?
Respiratory physiotherapy with modern technologies, breathing muscle strengthening exercises, complementary approaches such as yoga and meditation, nutritional guidance, and individual and group psychological therapy for the patient and family.
What are the benefits of respiratory rehabilitation?
Improved breathing capacity and respiratory fitness, stronger general physical fitness including the breathing muscles, and a return to daily and social activities, with a sense of independence and control over life.