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One of Israel's leading hand surgeons — one of fewer than 10 FEBHS-certified hand surgeons in the country. Sorbonne-trained, formerly Head of Hand Microsurgery at Ichilov. The only hand surgery practice in Israel with on-site imaging by the surgeon.
Comprehensive Hand & Upper Limb Care
From acute trauma to complex reconstructive microsurgery — treated with European-standard protocols, on-site imaging, and OR access within days. Unlike public hospital clinics, Dr. Atlan performs his own imaging, provides same-day diagnosis, and offers surgery within 1–2 weeks rather than months.
Inflammatory & Chronic
- Trigger finger (stenosing tenosynovitis)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- De Quervain's tenosynovitis
- CMC thumb arthritis
- Cubital tunnel syndrome
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
Trauma & Fractures
- Distal radius & scaphoid fractures
- Metacarpal & phalangeal fractures
- Boxer's fracture
- Flexor & extensor tendon repair
- Digital nerve laceration
- Complex hand emergencies
Microsurgery & Reconstruction
- Peripheral nerve repair & grafting
- Nerve transfers
- Neuroma treatment
- TFCC repair (arthroscopic)
- Ganglion cyst excision
- Dupuytren's contracture
One-Stop-Shop Imaging
The only hand surgery practice in Israel where the surgeon performs all imaging on-site during the consultation — no separate radiology referral needed.
- High-resolution diagnostic ultrasound by Dr. Atlan
- Low-radiation X-ray (fluoroscopy) on-site
- Immediate diagnosis at first visit
- Ultrasound-guided injections & procedures
Minimally Invasive & WALANT
- Wrist arthroscopy
- WALANT (local anesthesia, no tourniquet)
- Ultrasound-guided injections & surgeries
- Echo-guided infiltrations
- Same-day surgery for select urgent cases
Biological & Regenerative
- PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy
- Ultrasound-guided cortisone injections
- Hyaluronic acid (joint)
- Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks
Second Opinions & Revision
Another surgeon recommended an operation and you want an independent view? Dr. Atlan provides focused, evidence-based second opinions and performs revision procedures when clinically indicated.
Wrist Surgery
- Wrist arthroscopy (EWAS certified)
- TFCC repair & reconstruction
- Scapholunate ligament repair
- Distal radius malunion correction
- Wrist ganglion (arthroscopic)
Sports & Overuse Injuries
- Skier's / gamekeeper's thumb
- Climber's finger (pulley injury)
- Wrist impaction syndrome
- Tendinopathies (overuse)
- Return-to-sport protocols
Dr. Franck Atlan
Dr. Franck Atlan is one of Israel's leading hand surgeons and microsurgeons, with over 15 years of experience treating all pathologies of the hand, wrist, and upper limb — inflammatory, traumatic, degenerative, and congenital.
He is one of fewer than 10 surgeons in Israel to hold the European Fellowship in Hand Surgery (FEBHS), awarded by the European Board of Hand Surgery to those meeting the highest continental standards of training, case volume, and examination. He is also the only Israeli surgeon who is a Full Member (Membre Titulaire) of the French Society of Hand Surgery (SFCM) — a distinction reflecting recognition by France's premier hand surgery institution.
Trained at the Sorbonne (Paris V), where he also taught anatomy and co-authored orthopedic textbooks, Dr. Atlan subsequently served as Head of Hand Microsurgery at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) — Israel's largest tertiary referral center — specializing in peripheral nerve surgery and advanced reconstruction.
He now runs an independent private practice at TLV Medical, Tel Aviv — the only hand surgery practice in Israel offering a true one-stop-shop: high-resolution diagnostic ultrasound and low-radiation X-ray performed by the surgeon himself during the consultation, ultrasound-guided injections and procedures, OR within 1–2 weeks (same-day for select urgent cases), and most procedures performed under WALANT (local anesthesia only) for same-day discharge.
Dr. Atlan has authored or co-authored 24 peer-reviewed publications indexed in PubMed and serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Hand Surgery (European Edition) and the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS) — two of the most prestigious journals in orthopedic and hand surgery. He is also a regular invited speaker at international hand surgery congresses in Europe and Israel.
With nearly 150 five-star reviews on Google, Dr. Atlan is consistently rated among the best hand surgeons in Tel Aviv and Israel by patients.
- FEBHSFellow of the European Board of Hand Surgery (fewer than 10 in Israel)
- Full Member — SFCMOnly Israeli Full Member (Membre Titulaire) of the French Society of Hand Surgery
- MD — Sorbonne, Paris VUniversité Paris V René Descartes
- Fellowship in Hand SurgeryParis university hospitals & Israel
- Diploma in Microsurgery
- Diploma in Wrist Arthroscopy
- Diploma in Functional & Therapeutic Anatomy
- 24 PubMed PublicationsPeer-reviewed research in hand surgery & microsurgery
- Peer Reviewer — JHS European EditionJournal of Hand Surgery (European Edition)
- Peer Reviewer — JBJSJournal of Bone and Joint Surgery
- International SpeakerRegular invited speaker at international hand surgery congresses
- ISSHIsraeli Society for Surgery of the Hand
- IOAIsraeli Orthopaedic Association
- SFCMSociété Française de Chirurgie de la Main (Full Member)
- EWASEuropean Wrist Arthroscopy Society
Published Researcher & Peer Reviewer
Dr. Atlan has authored or co-authored 24 peer-reviewed publications indexed in PubMed, covering hand surgery, microsurgery, peripheral nerve surgery, and orthopedic trauma. His research spans clinical outcomes, surgical technique, and nerve reconstruction.
He also served as a lecturer in practical anatomy at the Université Paris V (Sorbonne) School of Medicine and the Paris School of Surgery, and co-authored educational orthopedic texts for medical students.
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What Makes the Difference
European Board Certification
FEBHS is held by fewer than 10 surgeons in Israel — reflecting training and practice standards above standard specialist qualification. Dr. Atlan is also the only Israeli Full Member of the French Society of Hand Surgery.
The Only One-Stop-Shop in Israel
High-resolution diagnostic ultrasound and low-radiation X-ray performed by the surgeon himself during the consultation. No separate radiology referral, no second appointment. Diagnosis is immediate.
OR in 1–2 Weeks · Same-Day for Urgent Cases
Public hospital queues run 3–6 months. Dr. Atlan's OR is available within 1–2 weeks, and same-day surgery can be arranged for select urgent cases. Covered by supplemental HMO insurance or private payment.
WALANT: No General Anesthesia
Most hand surgeries under local anesthesia only — no fasting, no sedation, no overnight stay. Out within 30 minutes post-operation.
Ultrasound-Guided Precision
Injections and select surgical procedures performed under real-time ultrasound guidance for maximum accuracy and safety — by the surgeon, not a technician.
Microsurgery Subspecialty
Peripheral nerve repair, nerve grafting, complex reconstruction — subspecialty skills built as Head of Hand Microsurgery at Ichilov.
Nearly 150 Five-Star Google Reviews
Consistently rated among the best hand surgeons in Tel Aviv by patients — reflecting clinical outcomes, communication, and patient experience.
All HMOs + Private
Maccabi Sheli, Clalit Mushlam, Meuhedet, Phenix, and all major supplemental plans. No billing surprises.
Nearly 150 Five-Star Reviews on Google
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best hand surgeon in Tel Aviv?
Dr. Franck Atlan is widely regarded as one of the best hand surgeons in Tel Aviv and Israel. He is one of fewer than 10 FEBHS-certified hand surgeons in the country, the only Israeli Full Member of the French Society of Hand Surgery, and formerly served as Head of Hand Microsurgery at Ichilov (Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center). His practice is the only one-stop-shop in Israel with on-site imaging by the surgeon, and he has nearly 150 five-star Google reviews.
Which hand surgeons in Israel are European Board certified (FEBHS)?
Fewer than 10 hand surgeons in Israel hold the FEBHS (Fellow of the European Board of Hand Surgery) certification. Dr. Franck Atlan is one of them, having been awarded this continental-level qualification by the European Board of Hand Surgery for meeting the highest standards of training, case volume, and examination.
Does Dr. Atlan accept HMO insurance?
Yes. Dr. Atlan is an accredited provider for Maccabi (Sheli), Clalit (Mushlam), Meuhedet, and major supplemental insurance plans including Phenix, Harel, Migdal, and Clal Insurance. Coverage depends on your plan level.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Consultations are typically available within a few days. For urgent cases (trauma, acute nerve injury), same-day or next-day appointments are arranged.
How soon can I have surgery?
OR is available within 1–2 weeks for most elective procedures — compared to 3–6 months in the public system. In select urgent cases, same-day surgery can be arranged. Emergency cases are handled immediately.
What is WALANT and am I a candidate?
WALANT (Wide Awake Local Anesthesia No Tourniquet) = hand surgery under local anesthesia only — no fasting, no sedation, no overnight stay. You leave ~30 min after the procedure. Most hand surgeries qualify: trigger finger, carpal tunnel, tendon repair, ganglion excision, and more.
What is the fastest way to get hand surgery in Israel?
Dr. Atlan's practice offers OR access within 1–2 weeks for elective procedures, compared to 3–6 months in the public hospital system. For urgent cases — acute trauma, tendon or nerve laceration — same-day surgery can be arranged. The one-stop-shop model means you can be diagnosed, imaged, and scheduled for surgery in a single visit.
What imaging is available at the clinic?
Dr. Atlan's practice is the only hand surgery clinic in Israel offering in-house low-radiation X-ray (fluoroscopy) and high-resolution diagnostic ultrasound performed by the surgeon himself — not a technician or radiologist. This allows immediate diagnosis during the consultation, ultrasound-guided injections, and ultrasound-guided surgical procedures.
What is FEBHS certification?
Fellow of the European Board of Hand Surgery — a continental-level qualification awarded to hand surgeons meeting rigorous standards of training, case volume, and examination. Fewer than 10 surgeons in Israel hold this certification.
Does Dr. Atlan offer second opinions?
Yes. If another surgeon has recommended surgery and you want an independent evaluation, Dr. Atlan provides focused second opinion consultations with honest, evidence-based recommendations.
What languages does Dr. Atlan speak?
Hebrew (native), French (native), and English (fluent). Consultations available in all three.
Where is the clinic?
TLV Medical, HaBarzel 15, 3rd Floor, Tel Aviv. Underground parking on-site. Public transit: bus lines 9, 40, 189.
Ready to Get Your Hand Assessed?
Fast appointment · On-site imaging by the surgeon · OR within 1–2 weeks · Same-day surgery for urgent cases · All HMOs accepted