Sha’ar Menashe Hospital was established in 1960 with the purpose of diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating patients with psychiatric and neurological conditions. Today, its territory covers 72 hectares, and the center consistently ranks among the top medical institutions in the country. The professional staff includes physicians of the highest qualification categories, as well as allied personnel—psychologists, special education specialists, social workers, and occupational therapists. The clinic also serves as a large scientific research base. It cooperates with Bar-Ilan University and the University of Haifa, providing education and clinical training for students.

Sha’ar Menashe Hospital provides a full spectrum of primary, secondary, and tertiary psychiatric care. A specialized isolated unit operates for patients exhibiting violent and aggressive behavior during acute exacerbations. The institution has received certification from the strict Joint Commission International (JCI) of North America and confirms its accreditation annually.

Each year, more than 2,500 patients are admitted to Sha’ar Menashe. The inpatient department is designed to accommodate 420 patients simultaneously. Wards are fully equipped to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and offer a homelike atmosphere of comfort. Patient leisure facilities include a large computer hall, a library, game rooms, swimming pools, and a cultural center.

Services most in demand among international patients include:

  • Treatment of acute and chronic progressive mental disorders, including manic-depressive psychosis, schizophrenia, and other pathological conditions

  • Geriatric psychotherapy and dynamic monitoring of elderly patients with dementia

  • Treatment and rehabilitation of alcohol and drug dependence

  • Recovery and social reintegration of patients following inpatient treatment

  • Rehabilitation of neurological patients (including post-stroke patients)

  • Conducting independent forensic psychiatric evaluations

The clinic employs innovative treatment approaches and the latest-generation pharmacological agents characterized by low toxicity and the absence of severe side effects.

Sha’ar Menashe is located in an environmentally favorable area and has its own landscaped park with a lake. The pleasant surroundings positively influence patients’ well-being and contribute to faster recovery.