Healthcare Support in Northern Israel During Crisis
In light of the recent escalation in northern Israel, our commitment to supporting Israelis in Safed is more vital than ever.
In light of mounting challenges in northern Israel, IMFoC remains committed to enhancing healthcare services for Safed’s diverse community.
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This initiative will equip Ziv with the SmartXide² TRIO CO₂ Laser, enabling precise, minimally invasive ENT surgeries for vocal cord and laryngeal cancers, as well as other conditions, delivering faster care, fewer referrals, and better outcomes closer to home.
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In collaboration with:
The Society of Friends of
Ziv Medical Center
Advancing Medical Care and Community Well-Being Through Dedicated Support
The Society of Friends of Ziv Medical Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving medical care in northern Israel. Since 1964, it has raised funds for advanced equipment, infrastructure, and essential programs, including support for children, the elderly, and mental health services.
The Society plays a key role in funding emergency preparedness and trauma care, securing over 40 million NIS in donations in the past decade. It continues to enhance patient care by equipping Ziv Medical Center with vital resources and expanding programs that support both physical and mental well-being.
CO₂ Laser Project for Otolaryngology
Empowering Life-Saving ENT Care for the Israeli Community
Bringing Advanced ENT Care Closer to Home
Expanding Life-Saving Treatment Options and Reducing Delays for Patients in Northern Israel
In collaboration with The Society of Friends of Ziv Medical Center, this initiative will provide Ziv with the SmartXide² TRIO CO₂ Laser, a state-of-the-art system designed for precision, safety, and minimally invasive ENT procedures. The new laser will significantly enhance the hospital’s capacity to treat life-threatening conditions such as laryngeal and vocal cord cancer, while also addressing precancerous oral lesions and complex ear surgeries.
Currently, patients requiring these specialized procedures are forced to travel to distant hospitals. This affects many patients, delaying treatment, prolonging suffering, and in some cases reducing survival chances. By acquiring the SmartXide² TRIO, Ziv will be able to perform these critical surgeries locally, ensuring timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
Benefits for Patients and the Community:
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Timely Care for Life-Threatening Conditions: Patients will no longer face lengthy delays or referrals. The SmartXide² TRIO enables immediate access to advanced ENT surgery within the Galilee region.
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Improved Treatment Outcomes: The laser’s Pulse Shape Design (PSD®) technology ensures precise tissue removal with minimal thermal damage. This preserves patients’ quality of life, particularly for those with vocal cord cancers where speech and airway function are at risk.
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Expanded Range of Procedures: With its unique three-in-one design (CO₂ articulated arm, CO₂ hollow fibre, and diode laser module), the system offers versatility for delicate tumour excisions, vocal cord surgeries, ear procedures, and prevention of malignant tumour progression.
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Strengthening Local Medical Capabilities: Ziv will join the ranks of leading hospitals worldwide using this gold-standard technology for transoral laser microsurgery and other complex ENT interventions, bringing world-class care directly to Northern Israel.
Ziv Medical Center is the frontline hospital for Israel’s northern border communities, serving civilians and soldiers alike under constant emergency conditions.
By equipping Ziv with the SmartXide² TRIO CO₂ Laser (approximately $290,000), IMFoC is ensuring that residents of the Galilee region gain access to life-saving treatments without delay, thereby reducing mortality and significantly improving the quality of life for those facing cancer and other critical conditions.
Your support directly empowers this essential upgrade, bringing advanced ENT care closer to home and saving more lives in Northern Israel.
Dr Majd Asakly
Head and Neck Surgery Specialist at Ziv Medical Center
Next-Generation Ultrasound Project
Advancing Healthcare at Ziv Medical Center
Enhancing Patient Care in Northern Israel
Advancing Medical Imaging at Ziv Medical Center for More Accurate Diagnoses and Life-Saving Treatments
Israel Magen Fund of Canada, in collaboration with the Society of Friends of Ziv Medical Center, is working to improve patient care and outcomes in Northern Israel by enhancing the medical imaging capabilities at Ziv Medical Center. These improvements are critical for delivering timely and accurate diagnoses and treatments for patients facing complex health conditions.
The initiative focuses on providing advanced imaging technologies that enable healthcare professionals to perform precise evaluations and surgeries. This technology improves care for patients suffering from conditions such as prostate, kidney, and bladder issues. It also supports better management of blood flow and tumour localization, ensuring that critical procedures can be performed with greater accuracy and efficiency.
Benefits for Patients:
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Improved Diagnosis and Treatment: Enhanced imaging allows for faster and more accurate diagnoses, reducing delays for critically ill patients.
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Better Surgical Outcomes: Real-time visualization during procedures leads to more precise interventions, improved recovery times, and reduced complications.
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Increased Access to Care: Strengthened imaging capabilities mean more patients can receive advanced care locally, reducing the need for referrals to distant hospitals.
Ziv Medical Center serves as a lifeline for patients across Northern Israel, including civilians and soldiers injured during conflicts. IMFoC’s efforts to enhance medical imaging will directly benefit these patients, ensuring they receive high-quality, life-saving care when needed most.
With a total cost of $450,000, this ambitious project aims to enhance patient care in northern Israel significantly. Your generous support will empower IMFoC to provide better treatment options and improve the overall health outcomes for all residents in the region.
🎗️ Your Donation, Their Hope
Your Support Matters
By donating to IMFoC, you are directly contributing to initiatives that enhance medical care and improve patient outcomes in Northern Israel.
Every donation fuels the advancement of cutting-edge imaging technologies for precise surgical interventions and expands access to essential ENT treatments. Your support saves lives by ensuring that patients receive timely, state-of-the-art care.
Where Help Meets Hope
One Fund. Many Lifelines
Your generosity can take many forms, from direct cheques to the Israel Magen Fund of Canada to secure online donations. Every contribution brings us closer to our goal of providing swift and effective emergency response.
By supporting our work, you enable us to deliver vital healthcare services that save lives and ensure dignified care for those in need.
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Every donation, big or small, brings Ziv Medical Center closer to life-saving technology, ensuring faster, safer, and more effective healthcare for patients in Northern Israel.
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IMFoC welcomes both one-time and monthly contributions.
Donations can be made online by credit card on our secure website, by eTransfer using donate@imfoc.org as the contact email, or by cheque payable to the Israel Magen Fund of Canada and mailed to 41 Alvin Ave, Toronto, ON M4T 2A7.
We also accept gifts of publicly traded securities and Israel Bonds. For assistance with giving options, please contact us or call 416-801-9067.
