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Tel Aviv’s Ichilov Hospital to Double Size with New Transport Access Plan

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 7, 2026

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Tel Aviv’s Ichilov Hospital, treating two million patients yearly, plans to double its size with a new 24-story tower and improved public transport links. The Ministry of Transport, Ichilov, and NTA will develop accessible transit solutions, including possible tunnels or bridges, to ensure convenient access for patients and staff by 2028.

01Ichilov Hospital treats two million patients and sees ten million annual entries including staff and visitors.
02A new 24-story tower with a proton radiation center will open in 2028 to expand treatment capabilities.
03Ministry of Transport, Ichilov, and NTA formed a team to improve public transport connections to the hospital.
04Engineering options include building a tunnel or accessible bridge to nearby transit stations.
05Transport Minister Miri Regev stressed the need for safe, respectful access for patients and staff.
06Hospital leadership emphasized that transport accessibility is vital for ongoing service expansion and quality care.

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