Ofer Merimsky

Dr. Ofer Merimsky is an Israeli oncologist specializing in sarcoma and lung cancer treatment. He directs the National Center for bone and soft tissue sarcomas at Sourasky Medical Center. Dr. Merimsky also is the Deputy Director of the Oncology Institute.

Oncology Specialization and Expertise

Dr. Merimsky treats malignant conditions across various organs. He focuses on bone and soft tissue sarcomas and thoracic cancers. His clinical practice includes:

• Malignant tumors of the lungs and other thoracic organs
• Primary bone tumors and soft tissue sarcomas
• Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST)
• Pancreatic cancer, including Whipple surgery protocols
• Lymphoma and complex skeletal tumors

The doctor uses specialized oncology techniques such as brachytherapy and radiotherapy. Brachytherapy is a form of internal radiation therapy where seeds, ribbons, or capsules that contain a radiation source are placed in your body, in or near the tumor. He also provides treatments like targeted therapy and immunotherapy with Keytruda.

Work Experience

Dr. Merimsky has held leadership and clinical roles in Israel. His experience includes:

• 2008–present – Deputy Head of the Division of Oncology, Sourasky Medical Center
• 2008–present – Head of the Oncology Outpatient Clinic, Sourasky Medical Center
• 1999–present – Head of the Unit for Soft Tissue and Bone Oncology
• 2000–present – Responsible for Lung Cancer Service, Sourasky Medical Center
• 2007–2010 – Chairman of the Department of Oncology, Tel Aviv University
• 1984–1988 – Brigade Medical Officer, Zahal Regimen
• 1995–present – Senior Oncologist at the Unit for Orthopedic Oncology, Sourasky Medical Center
• 1995–1999 – Senior Oncologist in the Sarcoma field, Sourasky Medical Center
• 1983 – Rotations Stager, Soroka Medical Center

Education and Academic Background

The specialist trained at institutions in Israel, the USA, and France.

• 1976–1983 – Hebrew University of Jerusalem – Medical Degree
• 1988–2001 – Ichilov Hospital – Oncology Board Certification
• 1993 – New York Hospital (USA) – Training in radiotherapy and thoracic oncology
• 1997 – Institut Gustave Roussy (France) – Fellowship in soft tissue and bone sarcoma
• 2003 – Tel Aviv University – Associate Professor of Clinical Oncology
• 1995 – Master in Oncology, Post-Graduate School of Medicine

Scientific Research and Positions

Dr. Merimsky researches tumor immunology and pharmacology. He has collaborated with the Weizmann Institute of Science on multiple studies.

• Senior Investigator at the Felsenstein Medical Research Center since 1993
• Member of the ESMO Sarcoma Faculty since 2011
• Senior Investigator at the Weizmann Institute (2000–2005)
• Vice Chairman of the Helsinki Ethical Committee at Sourasky Medical Center
• Senior Investigator at the Sackler School of Medicine (2001–present)

Professional Memberships

Dr. Merimsky holds positions in several international scientific organizations.

• Past President and Chairman of the Israeli Society for Oncology and Radiotherapy
• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)
• European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society (EMSOS)
• Connective Tissue Oncology Society (CTOS)
• International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC)
• European Thoracic Oncology Platform (ETOP)
• Israeli Cancer Association Member of Committee For Social Services