Guy Lahat

Specialization: Surgical oncologist
26 years of experience
Speaks:
English, Hebrew
Workplace: Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
Director of the Department of Surgery
Dr. Guy Lahat, MD, is a surgical oncologist with over 21 years of experience. He specializes in soft tissue sarcoma (STS) and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Lahat is known for his research on the molecular mechanisms and tumor microenvironment that influence cancer progression and spread.

He has received the Connie & Jim Walter Fellowship in Sarcoma Research. Dr. Lahat is an active member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and the Connective Tissue Oncology Society. His work has improved the understanding and treatment of complex cancers.

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Dr. Guy Lahat, a highly experienced surgical oncologist, is recognized for his patient-centric translational research. His studies delve into the molecular basis of various soft tissue sarcoma (STS) tumors and gastrointestinal malignancies, particularly examining the cellular interactions within the tumor microenvironment that contribute to cancer progression and metastasis. His investigations aim to explore the distinct signaling pathways and molecules that influence the progression and spread of cancer.

Awards

Connie & Jim Walter Fellowship in Sarcoma Research

Membership

Israel Medical Association
Israel Surgical Association
Society of Surgical Oncology (USA)
Connective Tissue Oncology Society (USA)
Trans-Atlantic Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Working Group (TARPSWG)
Israel Society for Upper GI Surgery

Education

Medical School: The Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
General Surgery Residency: Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
Research Post Doctoral Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center, TX, U.S.