Sternheim Amir
- Specialization: Orthopedic oncologist
- 28 years of experience
- Speaks:English, Hebrew
- Workplace: Israel, Tel Aviv, Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)
- Outstanding resident award, Tel-Aviv Medical Center
Dr. Sternheim Amir is an orthopedic oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in treating bone cancer and all types of sarcoma. He earned an outstanding resident award from Tel-Aviv Medical Center. Dr. Sternheim Amir completed surgical oncology fellowships at the US National Cancer Institute and University of Toronto.
- Specializes in limb salvage for Ewing's sarcoma, osteosarcoma, and rhabdomyosarcoma.
- Winner of the Tannenbaum Grant for Excellence in Surgical Oncology.
- Member of the American Musculoskeletal Tumor Society and International Society of Limb Salvage.
- Works at a clinic ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourists by Newsweek.
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Doctor's services
- Bone resection
- Resection of bone with implant replacement
- Complex treatment of Ewing's sarcoma
- Leiomyosarcoma Removal
- Consultation with an orthopedist (traumatologist)
- Сomplex oncology diagnostic
- Consultation with an orthopaedist
- Consultation with creation of treatment plan
- Complex diagnosis of sarcoma
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Qualifications
Dr. Sternheim Amir is an orthopedic oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) in Israel. He treats complex bone cancers and is a recognized expert in sarcoma surgery. Dr. Amir received international grants for his work in navigated sarcoma surgery and surgical oncology.
Specialization & Approach
Dr. Amir treats various types of bone and soft tissue tumors. He uses limb-salvage techniques to preserve mobility while removing cancerous tissue. The surgeon uses navigated surgery to improve precision during complex tumor resections — a method using computer guidance to help locate and remove tumors. His work includes treating rare and aggressive conditions:
- Osteosarcoma and Ewing's sarcoma
- Synovial sarcoma and leiomyosarcoma
- Chondrosarcoma and rhabdomyosarcoma
- Bone metastases and complex skeletal tumors
- Hip and knee arthroplasty
Achievements and Awards
The specialist earned honors for his work in clinical research and military medicine. His achievements include various fellowships and research grants:
- 2013 – Navigated Sarcoma Surgery Guided Therapeutics (GTx) Stroble Grant
- 2012 – Tannenbaum Grant for Excellence in Surgical Oncology
- 2012 – Best Pre-Clinical Research Study in Orthopaedics at the University of Toronto
- 2011 – Israeli Cancer Society fellowship grant
- 2011 – Outstanding resident award at Tel-Aviv Medical Center
Work Experience
Dr. Amir is a specialist in the Orthopedic Oncology Department at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). He previously practiced military medicine. He integrates orthopedic techniques into oncological care to improve results for patients.
Education & Training
- Ben-Gurion Medical School, Israel – Medical Degree
- 2006 – National Cancer Institute (USA) – Orthopaedic oncology training
- 2011 – University of Toronto – Fellowship in hip and knee arthroplasty
- 2012–2013 – University of Toronto – Fellowship in orthopaedic oncology
Professional Memberships
- International Society of Limb Salvage (ISOLS, since 2017)
- American Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS, since 2016)
- Connective Tissue Oncology Society (CTOS, since 2016)
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