Dr. Yair has made significant contributions to the field of hematology, particularly in the treatment and research of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. His work has been acknowledged with numerous awards and published research papers.
Awards
- Young Investigator Research Prize, Medicine Division of Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (2004)
- Prize of Clinical Excellence, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (2006)
- Award from Anti-Cancer Israeli Organization (2006)
- Israel Medical Association Grant in honor of Prof. Baruch Gali (2006)
- Harry and Bella Wexner Fellowship for Medical Education and Research, Legacy Heritage Fund (2007)
- Klitzberg Oncology Award, American Physician Fellowship for Medicine in Israel (2007)
- Travel Award from American Society of Hematology (2008)
- Grant Award of Excellence, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (2009)
- Weizmann Institute-TASMC collaboration grant (2010)
- Israeli Science Foundation grant (Morasha project) (2011)
Membership
- Israeli Hematology Association
- American Hematology Association
Education
- Medical School, Ben-Gurion University, Beer-Sheva, Israel (1989-1995)
- Residency in internal medicine, Rabin Medical Center (1997-1998)
- Residency in internal medicine, Meir Medical Center (1998-2001)
- Residency in hematology, Department of Hematology, Tel Aviv Medical Center (2001-2004)