Health Ministry closes Medika Raphael operating rooms after surprise inspection finds safety risks

The Health Ministry ordered the closure of operating rooms at Medika Raphael Hospital in Tel Aviv's Park Atidim, citing patient safety risks. A surprise inspection found inadequate work processes, staff shortages, and lack of sterile supplies, according to N12.

The Health Ministry's decision to close the operating rooms at Medika Raphael Hospital follows a surprise inspection that uncovered significant deficiencies, including inadequate work processes, a shortage of staff, and a lack of sterile supplies. The ministry cited a risk to patient safety as the reason for the closure, according to N12.

The closure order was first reported at 11:31 Jerusalem time, when The Zioneer noted that a closure had been issued without details. The new report, by N12's Avivit Misanikov, provides the findings from the inspection. The hospital has not yet responded publicly. The closure affects the surgical department at the Park Atidim location in Tel Aviv.

3 developments

1. 14:00 · 17 JulLatest

   Deficiencies include improper sterilization, flawed procedures, and significant staff shortages.

2. 11:54 · 17 Jul

   Inspection found inadequate work processes, staff shortages, and lack of sterile supplies.

3. 11:31 · 17 Jul

   Closure order issued for operating rooms at Medika Raphael Hospital in Tel Aviv

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