Dr. Elyia Levinger is a leading ophthalmologist based in Tel Aviv, Israel, known for his advanced surgical skills in corneal and cataract procedures. With over 25 years of experience, he has earned a reputation for clinical excellence and patient care. He currently serves as the Medical Director of the Cataract Surgery Clinic at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), one of Israel’s top hospitals.
Full Name: Dr. Elyia Levinger
Title: MD
Years of Experience: Over 25 years
Main Specialty: Ophthalmology – corneal transplantation, cataract surgery, and refractive procedures
Primary Workplace: Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), Tel Aviv, Israel
Educational Background
Dr. Levinger’s strong academic foundation supports his expertise in ophthalmology. His education includes prestigious institutions in Israel and Canada.
Medical School: Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
Residency: Carmel Medical Center, Haifa
Fellowship: Corneal Transplantation and Anterior Segment Surgery, Toronto Western Hospital, Canada
Academic Achievement: Award-winning thesis on the physiology of vision
Dr. Levinger brings decades of hands-on surgical experience, performing high-volume procedures and serving in senior roles across top hospitals in Israel.
Current Positions:
Medical Director, Cataract Surgery Clinic, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), Tel Aviv
Senior Surgeon at Enaim Medical Center (Azrieli, Tel Aviv)
Senior Surgeon at Atidim Medical Center (Ramat HaHayal, Tel Aviv)
Previous Roles: Clinical Instructor, Carmel Medical Center
Surgeries Performed: Over 600 eye surgeries annually, including laser vision corrections and corneal transplants
Volunteer Work: Participated in international aid missions in Georgia
Academic Contributions
Dr. Levinger contributes to academic advancement by teaching medical students, publishing research, and speaking at international conferences.
Teaching: Clinical Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University Faculty of Medicine
Mentorship: Guides medical students and ophthalmology residents
Research Topics: Corneal transplantation, refractive error correction, tear film diagnostics
Speaking Engagements: Regular presenter at Israeli and global ophthalmology conferences
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Levinger treats a wide spectrum of eye conditions using modern surgical and diagnostic techniques. He is especially known for personalized care and visual rehabilitation strategies.
Dr. Levinger has authored numerous studies that contribute to the evolving standards of modern ophthalmic care.
Three-dimensional Visualization in Corneal Endothelial Transplants: Investigated new imaging technologies to improve surgical precision
Tear Film Thickness Measurement: Used dual-Scheimpflug technology for more accurate dry eye assessment
Use of Sulcus Piggyback IOLs: Studied correction of post-surgical refractive errors in cataract patients
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Levinger values transparent communication, customized treatment, and compassionate care for every patient he treats.
Personal Quote: “Thorough examinations prior to surgical procedures are essential in order to attain precise results. No less important is the establishment of a trusting, understanding, and empathic relationship between a physician and his patient.”
Communication Style: Transparent and informative consultations
International Patients: Welcomes patients globally and supports online consultations
Cultural Sensitivity: Provides interpreter services and respects diverse backgrounds
Languages Spoken: English, Hebrew; support for Russian-speaking patients
Professional Affiliations
His memberships in esteemed medical societies reinforce his credibility and professional standards in ophthalmology.
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Israeli Medical Association
Israeli Ophthalmological Society
Chairman of the Cataract Division, Israeli Ophthalmologists’ Union
FAQs
Is Dr. Elyia Levinger board-certified?
Yes, he is fully certified and affiliated with both national and international ophthalmological associations.
What types of surgeries does he perform?
He performs cataract surgeries, corneal transplants, LASIK, PRK, and other advanced anterior segment surgeries.
Does he treat international patients?
Yes, he offers services for international patients, including pre-consultations and interpreter assistance.
How long is the typical hospital stay?
Most procedures are outpatient, allowing same-day discharge with minimal recovery time.
What languages does he speak?
He speaks English and Hebrew fluently, with Russian translation available upon request.
Where does he practice?
He works at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), Enaim Medical Center, and Atidim Medical Center in Tel Aviv.
What is his philosophy on patient care?
He emphasizes thorough examination, empathy, and transparency to ensure patients feel confident and well-informed.
Certification & Accreditation
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
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Israel,
Mar 30, 2023
Liraz Eliyahu
לא מקצועי כמו שעושים ממנו, כבר קבע לנו תור לניתוח ואחרי שהפנה אותנו לעוד חוות דעת ביטל את התור בלי יותר מדי אינפורמציה. לא ממליצה
Israel,
Mar 10, 2023
Lyudmila Vasilievna
For the second spring, I can admire how nature comes to life thanks to Dr. Levinger! After cataract removal, vision became clearer than ever before.
India,
May 25, 2022
Aviram
I had been suffering from cataracts for about a month and was almost annoyed by the blurred vision and was in dire need of lens replacement. Upon recommendation, I visited Tel Aviv Sourasky Hospital where I happened to meet Dr. Elyia Levinger and I am glad to this day that my case was handled by him. He and his team performed the surgery so well and it was a success. I was given post-care guidelines and received proper counseling from Dr. Elyia Levinger as well. He has helped me through my difficult times and for this, I will always be grateful to him.
בן אדם מדהים ומנתח מוכשר מאוד.
עושה עבודה יסודית ומצויינת.
בעל נסיון רב בתחום.
מומלץ מאוד.
Israel,
Dec 26, 2020
רפי רפאל כהן
Very high level of professionalism.
Warm and kind attitude.
Lots of interesting things before and after treatment.
Accessibility and patience for any questions.
May there be more doctors like Dr. Elia Levinger.
Israel,
Dec 26, 2020
אסנת כהן
תודה רבה על טיפול מסור, מקצועי ואדיב בחמתי וחמי, גם הסרת קטרקט וגם טיפולי עיניים נוספים ועל מענה מיידי לכל שאלה בנעימות ובמקצועיות. תודה רבה מכל הלב.
Israel,
Dec 22, 2020
George Rozhko
Disappointment, a shred of hope, inability to accept the current situation, anger, great anger and irritation again, a cry for "help", great hope and the realization of a dream...
In short, these are the stages that my family and I have recently gone through. That's it in a nutshell.
And if not in short, then there are doctors in Israel. Yes, yes. Not everywhere, unfortunately, but there are.
My grandfather, 92 years old, survived the Holocaust, a beloved and insanely intelligent person. A brilliant engineer with an investigative mind.
Recently, cataracts developed in both eyes at a very advanced stage and he reached the state of living in darkness. What does it mean to be in darkness for a clear person? What a terrible horror. But what is the problem? We go to the ophthalmologist and perform a simple operation. We arrived at the ophthalmologist in the city of our residence and... Bomb... "The operation cannot be performed due to your grandfather's very advanced age," he tells me.
... But doctor, does that mean that grandpa will spend the rest of his life in the dark? I answer
... Yes. There's nothing to be done - it's a court verdict.
It's okay. Let's see another doctor. And again the same answer. That's it. Our whole friendly family stops living. That's it. The court.
I don't know what exactly made me google: "Best ophthalmologist in Israel"... And without much hope, I sent an e-mail to Dr. Eli Levinger asking for help. What he read after that was "simply" incredible.
"Simply" he invited us to visit and check him.
"Simply" examined grandpa and said that there was no problem to do the operation.
"Simply" he did the operation and "Simply" that evening my grandpa saw the TV and read the newspaper... "Simply".
Today I am proud of myself because I knew how to formulate the question in Google most accurately and correctly: "The best ophthalmologist in Israel"...
So thank you, Dr. Levinger, you are brilliant and I wish our people many more of you.
אחרי שהרגשתי בירידה משמעותית בשתי עיניי, פניתי לדר לוינגר שאיבחן שיש לי קטראקט בשתי העיניים.
ביולי האחרון נותחתי על ידו בעין שמאול ובאוקטובר , לפני כחודש, בעיין ימין.
אינכם מבינים איזה אושר!
אני פתאום רואה את העולם!
חזרתי לראיה אופטימלית.
ההליך היה בהרדמה מקומית של העין .
לא הרגשתי כלום וזה לא כאב כלל.
דר אליה דאג בניתוחים שעשה לי שלא אזדקק למשקפיים .
לא לקריאה ולא לראיה מרחוק.
הרוגע שלו ,היחס האישי,האדיבות השקיפות והצלחת הניתוחים פשוט השאירו עבורו פינה חמה בליבי.
תודה גדולה על הכל!❤️
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