Roksana Klepper

Prof. Roksana Klepper is a pediatric oncologist and nephrologist based in Israel. She is the Head of the Nephroblastoma Department at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). Her work is significant enough that a medical center was named in her honor.

Specialization and Pediatric Care

Prof. Klepper focuses on children's oncology and renal diagnostics. She specializes in treating Wilms tumor (Nephroblastoma) and complex kidney disorders. The doctor treats critical care cases involving dialysis and pyeloplasty — a surgical reconstruction of the renal pelvis to drain the kidney.

The specialist also treats the complex process of pediatric liver transplantation. She prepares children for the transplant and provides medical guidance during recovery. This work ensures continuity of care from preoperative stages through post-surgical rehabilitation.

Clinical Procedures

Prof. Klepper performs several specialized urological and renal operations:

• Nephrectomy
• Nephrectomy with Da Vinci Robot
• Urethroscopic lithotripsy — a procedure using a laser to break up kidney stones through a small scope
• Dialysis management
• Pyeloplasty

Professional Memberships

• Society of Pediatric Nephrologists
• Israeli Community of Clinical and Propaedeutic Pediatrics
• European Community for the Study of Nephrology and Renal Hypertension

Education and Background

Prof. Klepper began her medical practice in 1994. Since then, she has gained 29 years of experience in clinical practice. She is a Professor with expertise in both pediatric oncology and nephrology. The specialist provides consultations in English and Hebrew to assist international families.