Private shoulder specialist
Shoulder pain needs a careful work-up — inflammation, tendon tears, instability, or adhesive capsulitis can look similar. Consultations and planning take place at the clinic in Bnei Reem; surgery, when needed, is performed at a hospital in the appropriate framework.
Who is this service for?
A shoulder specialist visit fits when pain, weakness, or limited motion affects sleep, work, or sport — especially with suspected cuff tears, impingement, or instability.
Patients offered shoulder surgery, arthroscopy, or PRP who want a clear, findings-based plan benefit from a focused consultation.
Those with frozen shoulder or persistent pain after prior care also deserve a structured re-evaluation.
What does the process look like?
First visit: history, range of motion, strength, and stability testing — aligned with existing imaging or MRI guidance when needed.
Then: explanation of likely diagnosis, conservative options versus surgery, and realistic rehab expectations.
In-clinic visits on Fridays by appointment; Sun–Thu phone support for scheduling.
Outcomes, recovery, and success rates
Shoulder outcomes depend on the problem — impingement, partial cuff tear, instability, or frozen shoulder — so there is no single success rate.
Many conservative cases improve over weeks to months with structured rehab; after arthroscopy, full return may take months.
We define success for your goals — sleep, work, sport — and what happens if symptoms persist.
FAQ — shoulder specialist
When is shoulder arthroscopy the right step versus conservative care first?
In my clinical experience, arthroscopy fits when symptoms match a mechanical problem we can address arthroscopically, or after a structured conservative trial without functional gain. For diffuse pain without a clear mechanical driver, I prioritize targeted rehab and load management before surgery.
Rotator cuff tear — when is non‑operative care reasonable, and when should surgery be discussed?
The goal is function, not only tear size on imaging. If strength is acceptable, motion is reasonable, and symptoms are controlled, a monitored conservative pathway can be appropriate. With progressive weakness, night pain, or major functional loss, we discuss surgery with transparent expectations and rehab requirements.
Shoulder instability — what separates rehab‑appropriate instability from stabilization surgery?
I weigh dislocation episodes, structural findings, age, and activity demands. Recurrent instability with relevant structural pathology—or instability despite good rehab—often leads to a stabilization discussion. Rare episodes with objective improvement on a plan may avoid surgery with strict return‑to‑load rules.
What does shoulder arthroscopy improve—and what should not be promised?
The intent is to treat the mechanical source (e.g., stiffness patterns, selected tendon/labrum issues, locking symptoms). In advanced wear or chronic inflammatory pain patterns, zero pain is not always a realistic promise; expectations should be aligned preoperatively.
Shoulder PRP — who is a better candidate, and who is not?
I select based on tissue diagnosis, symptom duration, and whether there is a mechanical problem that injections cannot replace. PRP can help selected soft‑tissue inflammatory patterns as part of a movement plan—not as a substitute for needed surgery when mechanics require it.
How do you judge readiness to return to strengthening or sport after injury/surgery?
Symmetric strength benchmarks, controlled scapular mechanics, graded load tolerance without ROM loss, and pain that stays within agreed thresholds. In my practice, returning too early to heavy rotational load is a common driver of recurrent symptoms.
Medical insurance arrangements
Arrangements with Leumit health fund apply. For other health funds and supplemental insurance, verify eligibility and reimbursement directly with your insurer.
Orthopedic care in Israel’s south & center
Dr. Hagai Moskovich, a senior orthopedic surgeon, sees patients for consultation and follow-up at the clinic in Bnei Reem — easy to reach from Gedera, Ashdod, Beer Sheva, and nearby areas, with patients also coming from the center. Surgery as an operating surgeon takes place at additional hospitals according to the clinical pathway and applicable arrangements.