Nir Giladi
- Specialization: Neurologist
- 43 years of experience
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- Speaks:English, Hebrew
- Workplace: Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
- Head of the Neurology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center
Dr. Nir Giladi leads the Neurology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center in Israel. He is a primary investigator for Parkinson’s research with the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Dr. Giladi specializes in movement disorders, parkinsonism, and extrapyramidal conditions. He completed his fellowship at Columbia University in the United States.
- Authored over 200 scientific publications on neuroimaging and Parkinson’s genetics.
- Sits on the World Health Organization international board for movement disorder research.
- Chairman of the Medical Advisory Board for the Israeli Parkinson Association.
- Treats patients at Sourasky, ranked among the world’s top hospitals by Newsweek.
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Prof. Nir Giladi leads the Neurology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center. This facility is a Newsweek-ranked top 10 hospital. He is a primary investigator for the Michael J. Fox Foundation. The specialist has authored over 200 scientific publications on Parkinson’s genetics and neuroimaging.
Specialization and Neurological Approach
Prof. Giladi treats movement disorders, parkinsonism, and extrapyramidal conditions. These conditions affect the brain and cause involuntary movements or stiffness. He also treats Alzheimer’s, essential tremors, and West syndrome. The doctor uses innovative diagnostics to aid motor system recovery.
Additionally, he treats chronic pain, headaches, and pediatric cerebral palsy rehabilitation. These treatments help patients improve physical function and manage long-term symptoms.
Work Experience
- Since 2007 – Head of the Neurology Unit – Sourasky Medical Center, Israel
- 1996–2007 – Director of the Movement Disorders Unit – Israel
- 1993–1996 – Director of the Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Clinic – Carmel Medical Center, Israel
- 2006 – Visiting Professor – Radboud University, Netherlands
- 2001 – Visiting Researcher – Oxford University, UK
- 1994 – Visiting Researcher – Columbia University, USA
- 1984–1989 and 1991–1996 – Family Doctor – Kupat Cholim Centre, Israel
Education and Training
- 1977–1983 – Ben-Gurion University of the Negev – Medical Degree, Israel
- 1985–1989 – Tel Aviv University – Medical Training, Israel
- 1985–1992 – Carmel Medical Center – Clinical Training, Israel
- 1989–1991 – Columbia University – Fellowship in Movement Disorders, USA
- 2010 – Northern Jiangsu People's Hospital – Fellowship, China
- 1990 – United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)
Research and Academic Recognition
Prof. Giladi has conducted epidemiological studies for over 20 years. His research identifies genetic markers to improve neurological diagnostic accuracy. This work helps doctors identify diseases by looking at specific DNA changes. He earned the Excellence for Medical Care Award in 2004 from the Sourasky General Director.
In 2006, he received the Excellence in Teaching Award from Tel Aviv University. This honor was awarded by the School of Allied Health. His academic work focuses on neuroimaging and genetic markers for neurological diagnostics.
Professional Memberships
- Israeli Parkinson Association – Chairman of the Medical Advisory Board
- World Health Organization (WHO) – Member of the International Research Board on Movement Disorders
- The International Parkinson and Movement Disorders Society
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