Dr. Vosko - Specialist Gastroenterologist with unique specialization for diagnosis and treatment using advanced endoscopy

Technological developments in the field of endoscopy, together with the training and expertise in the world's leading centers, allow Dr. Vosko to offer a range of treatments that were considered impossible without invasive surgery until a few years ago.
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Join hundreds of patients who have chosen Dr. Vosko's medical services
as the recommended gastroenterologist in Israel.

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Accuracy in identifying precancerous lesions of the gastrointestinal tract.

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Less recovery time compared to a surgical procedure.

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The lesions are excised already at the time of the endoscopic examination.

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Patients are satisfied with our medical services every year.

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Your time is important to us,
Our service lineup is here for you on your phone or WhatsApp with human response.
Sundays and Thursdays from 9:00 to 19:00.
On Fridays from 9:00 to 14:00.

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Medical consultation with Dr. Vosko in an online video call

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Medical, professional and thorough video call advice from Dr. Vosko in the comfort of your home living room.
At the end of the consultation you will be sent a video recording of the conversation,
In addition, a summary of advice will be obtained, which is a reference for everything and interest.

You can connect via smartphone or computer.

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Israel's Largest Endoscopic Treatment Center

Dr. Vosko's extensive training allows for a variety of operations, from basic examinations such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy to advanced endoscopic operations that include resections of complex tumors, reconstruction of gastric and esophageal valve structure, endoscopic gastric sleeve shortening, therapeutic/diagnostic ERCP, therapeutic/diagnostic EUS, endoscopic procedure POEM replaces surgery For the treatment of achalasia and more..

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Choose a day and time from the available options and come to our clinic for a medical consultation with Dr. Vosko.

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Our commitment to the patient begins before we meet

We are proud of the positive responses and trust many patients give us, and consider it an ongoing responsibility to maintain high standards of service and advanced medical care.


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What makes Dr. Vosko a recommended gastroenterologist?

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For your peace of mind
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Personal consultation with Dr. Vosko at a place and time that is convenient for you

You can make a face-to-face appointment in Dr. Vosko's office, or alternatively an online Zoom video call meeting with Dr. Vosko in the comfort of your home's living room.

For your convenience, we work in agreement with insurance companies

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What do our patients say about Dr. Vosko?
“Unfortunately, achalasia and severe swallowing problems have been an integral part of my life since the early 1990s.
I underwent POEM surgery with Dr. Vosko, today I eat everything, I have returned to a healthy weight, I have come back to life. ”
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Avraham ben Abu
POEM
On examination, a tumor is found in the lower esophagus, a few millimeters from the aorta (aorta). After consulting with Dr. Vosko it was decided on an endoscopic resection operation. The result?
There is no trace of the tumor and Lirez avoided major and complicated surgery.
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Lairez Laniado
ESOPHAGECTOMY
During the examination, a tumor was detected in the small intestine at the opening of the ambushing biliary tract (liver) and pancreas. After consultation with Dr. Vosko, he underwent a complicated resection with great success, without complications and avoided major surgery and unnecessary risk.
Jonathan feels great and there is no return of the tumor.
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Jonathan Maman
POEM
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It is important to pay attention to preliminary signs

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Achalasia Treatment - Endoscopic Procedure Poem Without Cuts or Scars
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The gastro doctor had already prepared me for a bowel removal, luckily my wife insisted on another opinion
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The use of advanced optical equipment allows the detection and removal of lesions in the early stages

Answers to frequently asked questions

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How do I get to your clinics?

At your choice, you can prescribe treatment in any of the clinics we work with, for your convenience we have compiled a link with details:

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I have private insurance, is the treatment recognized by insurance?

The vast majority of private health insurance policies in Israel pay for a specialist in the field of gastroendoscopy, however we always recommend that you consult your insurance agent before obtaining final approval.

What are the terms of payment?

For your convenience, it can be deployed into 3 interest-free installments, if necessary, beyond that can be deployed in credit.

Benefits of doing a gastro exam in a clinic - Dr. Vosko

Here you get the best care by expert professionals, the ability to detect, identify and know how to give the ultimate answer alongside test safety with the highest standard of service - this is something you don't get elsewhere.

Is there a parking arrangement at your clinics?

There is parking in all clinics, but it is not arranged because it is not owned by the clinics.

I have swallowing problems, can the problem be solved?

As part of the clarification of swallowing problems of the patient, it is necessary to undergo at least 3 examinations of the gastrointestinal tract. The tests are gastroscopy, a mirror photo of the gastric esophagus with ingestion of a contrast agent and a manometry examination (measurement of esophageal pressures).
According to the results, it will be possible to determine optimal treatment.

I was diagnosed with gastrointestinal cancer, can it be cured with an endoscopic procedure?

Yes. In case of early cancer, it can be removed by a local endoscopic procedure without the need for surgical or oncological treatment.

What are the risks of an endoscopic procedure which involves resection?

Removal of a lesion or any endoscopic treatment is basically an alternative to surgery. Endoscopic treatment is considered simpler with significantly lower risks and faster recovery times.

Is surgery more effective than endoscopic treatment?

Correct endoscopic therapy is an equivalent alternative to surgery in terms of effectiveness.
The great advantage of endoscopic treatment over classical surgery is reflected in the fact that the procedure is done without external cuts or scars - unlike classical surgery, another significant advantage is a shortened recovery time relative to surgery.

I suffer from severe heartburn is there a solution?

The treatment of heartburn is usually by gastric antacid pills, but in the case of perennial heartburn or accompanied by pain it is important to undergo additional examinations such as gastroscopy. Also in some cases, an esophageal acidity measurement test is recommended. It is important to know, there are endoscopic treatments that can improve the level of heartburn to the point of complete withdrawal from pills.
In order to determine an optimal and personalized solution to your heartburn problem, it is recommended that you undergo an orderly consultation with Dr. Vosko.

I want to lose weight Is there a solution without surgery?

Definitely, it is possible to undergo gastric shortening by an endoscopic sleeve. It is recommended to undergo an arranged consultation with Dr. Vosko in order to determine a match.

What types of non-surgical treatments can be performed?

We now offer the widest range in the treatment of precancerous and cancerous lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as treatment of motility disorders of the gastric esophagus and reflux.

What new endoscopic treatments are currently offered to Crohn's and colitis patients?

Endoscopic follow-up for the prevention and local excision of precancerous and cancerous lesions. Likewise the expansion of the freaks.

Is it possible to make a zoom call through the smartphone?
Or is it only possible through a computer?

It is quite possible to make a Zoom call through the smartphone - however, the Zoom app needs to be installed on the smartphone device. In addition, we recommend a connection to a stable wifi network to enjoy a high level of video call quality.

I do not have any relevant test results - should I schedule a consultation or do tests first?

The recommendation is unequivocal to prescribe prior counseling.
If it is necessary to complete tests - at the end of the consultation you will receive a referral for the relevant tests to authenticate/exclude the symptoms you suffer from and to establish a medical diagnosis, the tests can be carried out with us or in the public service and transmit the results to our customer service as soon as possible.
Dr. Vosko will update the consultation summary according to the results of the tests and no additional payment will be required.

Sometimes there are patients who undergo unnecessary tests in relation to their symptoms or, alternatively, lack the result of an examination that could have been carried out together with another examination and save the patient valuable time, travel, loss of working day, etc.

How long on average does counseling last?

Consultation usually takes 30-40 minutes.

If at the consultation it was decided that I should undergo treatment, how long should I wait for the appointment?

The waiting time is up to about a week from the execution of a consultation or at the request of the patient.

Is it possible to change the date of the consultation once we have made an appointment?

You can change the date with a week's notice in front of our customer service.

Is there a protection for the immunity of medical information?

Of course, the information is encrypted and secured in accordance with international standards for information security and in particular medical information security.
ISO 27799 and ISO 27001 standard respectively.

Is there any preparation before the treatments?

Usually the preparation requires fasting for 4 hours before the examination of the upper digestive tract and in the case of a lower gastrointestinal examination drink a special substance for bowel cleansing. In any case, you will receive a detailed and personalized explanation by the clinic staff before each operation.

Can I eat before treatment?

No. Full fasting including fluids of 4 hours before tests is a necessary condition before any operation. It is important to remember that before a colonoscopy examination, a preparation for bowel cleansing is also drunk.

How long does a test take?

A gastroscopy examination takes about 20 minutes and a colonoscopy about half an hour. In the case of a therapeutic examination, the time varies depending on the type of treatment.

I take blood thinners. Do I have to stop them before testing?

If you are taking one of the blood thinners other than aspirin, it is important to stop treatment before colonoscopy or any endoscopic treatment. Before a diagnostic gastroscopy examination, treatment must not be stopped.

I have diabetes Do I have to stop treatment before the test?

Not necessarily, the medical team will guide the patient about instructions about discontinuing diabetes treatment before the operation.

Is it permissible to smoke before the test?

Smoking is not prohibited but not recommended.

Is it allowed to drink alcohol before the test?

Drinking alcohol is prohibited in the 24 hours before the test due to blurring.

Is it possible to eat immediately after treatment?

After an hour's recovery, it is allowed to eat and drink in situations where therapeutic resection has not been performed. In case of removal of the lesion at the time of examination, it is allowed to eat and drink after 2 hours. In the case of a complex operation, fasting is more prolonged and usually until the next morning, of course you will receive an orderly prompt before and after treatment.

Endoscopic examination tests as Colonoscopy Recommended for anyone over 45 as part of a colon cancer prevention routine.
Colonoscopy examination allows early detection of changes in the mucosa of the digestive tract, detection of polyps and their removal even before they develop into malignant tumors.

It is important to understand that if there are cancerous growths - there is a huge significance to the time when they are detected.
The advanced technologies we use enable accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment, preservation of internal organs and reduction of the risk of serious morbidity.

Maintaining health begins with early detection.