Best Doctors in Israel — TOP 357

Dr. Strauss Ido is a neurosurgeon at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He serves as a Board Director for the World Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. Dr. Ido specializes in treating Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and Alzheimer's disease.

• Expert in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and intracranial neurostimulator implantation.
• Completed a fellowship in functional neurosurgery at Toronto Western Hospital.
• Awarded for outstanding research in the field of neurosurgery.
• Works at a clinic ranked among the world's best smart hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Pelles Sharon is a clinical oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Israel. She specializes in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers. Dr. Sharon performs complex procedures like Whipple surgery and liver resections. She practices at a facility ranked among the top 10 clinics by Newsweek.

• Uses HIPEC, SIRT, and immunotherapy with Keytruda for cancer treatment.
• Treats colon, stomach, pancreatic, and liver cancers.
• Clinical researcher focused on patient attitudes toward clinical trials.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation and chemoembolization for liver conditions.

Dr. Ofer Merimsky heads the National Center for bone and soft tissue sarcomas at Sourasky Medical Center. He is a primary specialist in Israel for lung cancer and sarcoma treatment. Dr. Merimsky serves as Deputy Director of the Oncology Institute. He also specializes in complex Whipple surgery for pancreatic cancer cases. He works at JCI-accredited Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world's best hospitals by Newsweek.

• Former Chairman of the Oncology Department at Tel Aviv University.
• Past President of the Israeli Society for Medical Oncology and Radiation Therapy.
• Faculty member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) for sarcomas.
• Completed specialized training in radiotherapy and brachytherapy at New York Hospital.

Dr. David Sarid is the Head of the Outpatient Cancer Clinic at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in treating complex cancers of the prostate, kidneys, and digestive tract. Dr. Sarid completed a specialty in cancer urology at Oxford University in the UK. He is a senior oncologist at Sourasky, a clinic ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

• Uses chemotherapy, radiotherapy, biological therapy, and immunotherapy to treat tumors and metastasis.
• Authored over 30 scientific articles and serves as a principal investigator for clinical trials.
• Holds memberships in the American Society of Clinical Oncology and European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Serves as a lecturer at Tel Aviv University, contributing to oncology education in Israel.

Dr. Ron Arbel is the Head of the Orthopedic Department at Ichilov Medical Center. He serves as the primary physician for the Israeli national volleyball team. Dr. Arbel specializes in sports medicine and biological cartilage reconstruction. He completed training in arthroscopic surgery at major US medical centers in Chicago and Tennessee.

• Uses stem cell therapy and biological reconstruction for joint restoration.
• Treats sports injuries and tendon damage in the knee, hip, and shoulder.
• Authored over 40 scientific publications on cartilage treatment and osteoarthritis.
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and EFSMA.

Dr. Nadir Arber heads the Integrated Cancer Prevention Center at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in the early diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal tumors. Dr. Arber has authored over 300 scientific papers on GI cancer research. He conducted research at the NewYork-Presbyterian Center in the United States.

• Expert in gene therapy for gastrointestinal cancers and inflammatory disorders.
• Treats complex GI conditions including esophageal, pancreatic, and colon cancers.
• Member of the American Association for Cancer Research.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Sourasky Medical Center in Israel.

The doctor specializes in oncological gynecology and radiotherapy, focusing on the treatment and management of gynecological cancers. With extensive experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques, the doctor has contributed to improving patient outcomes through innovative approaches in cancer care. The doctor is recognized for their commitment to integrating cutting-edge research into clinical practice, ensuring patients receive the most effective and up-to-date treatments available.

The doctor is a highly experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 25 years in the field. Specializing in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Reproduction Medicine, the doctor is proficient in treatments such as Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), Ovulation Induction Procedure, Ovarian Drilling, and Urethral Valves management.

The doctor has completed a fellowship at the Ronald O Perelman and Claudia Cohen Centre, holds a diploma from Ireland, and earned an MBBS from the University of Mysore, India.

Dr. Veronika Chernuha is a pediatric neurosurgeon and epileptologist at Sourasky Medical Center. She holds a Doctor of Medical Sciences degree. Dr. Chernuha specializes in child development and drug-resistant epilepsy treatment. She completed her specialized epilepsy training in Brussels, Belgium.

• Specializes in pediatric neurology and complex child development cases.
• Treats drug-resistant epilepsy and West syndrome in children.
• Member of the International League Against Epilepsy.
• Sits on the European Pediatric Neurology Society board.

Dr. Ron Ram is a board-certified hematologist-oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He has performed several hundred stem cell transplants for blood cancer patients. Dr. Ram holds certifications in Internal Medicine, Hematology, and Medical Oncology. He completed his medical training and fellowship at prestigious New York institutions.

• Specializes in treating leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and aplastic anemia.
• Performs allogenic and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.
• Authored over 30 scientific articles and a medical textbook chapter.
• Practices at a Newsweek-ranked clinic among the top 10 globally.

Dr. Guy Lahat is a surgical oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He specializes in soft tissue sarcoma and gastrointestinal malignancies. Dr. Lahat completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. He focuses on the molecular basis of cancer progression and metastasis.

• Recipient of the Connie & Jim Walter Fellowship in Sarcoma Research.
• Member of the Trans-Atlantic Retroperitoneal Sarcoma Working Group.
• Sits on the Society of Surgical Oncology and Connective Tissue Oncology Society.
• Works at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world's most popular clinics.

Dr. Ofer Yossefovitz is a urological surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in oncological urology and robotic surgical procedures. Dr. Yossefovitz performed a clinical fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He treats prostate cancer, kidney cysts, and testicular tumors. His practice at Sourasky supports a 90% oncology treatment success rate.

• Former head of oncological urology at Ichilov and Beilinson hospitals.
• Performs robotic nephrectomy and da Vinci prostatectomy.
• Acts as a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University.
• Member of the American and European Urology Associations.

Dr. Ronit El Hasid leads the Department of Pediatric Oncohematology at Dana Dwek Children's Hospital. She is a specialist in bone marrow and umbilical blood transplantation for children. She has performed over 300 successful transplantations throughout her career. Dr. El Hasid previously practiced at the City of Hope Hospital in Los Angeles.

• Treats childhood leukemia, lymphoma, and neuroblastoma at a JCI-accredited medical center.
• Authored over 50 scientific papers and 40 conference reports in pediatric oncology.
• Member of the American Association for Hematology and Israeli Society for Pediatric Hematooncology.
• Performs autologous, allogenic, and haploidentical stem cell transplantations.

Dr. Ami Amit is the Chairman of Interventional Cardiology at Medanta – The Medicity. He pioneered the use of Rotarex and Kensey Nash DPD devices in India. He performs over 2,000 percutaneous interventions and 2,500 diagnostic procedures annually. Dr. Amit works at Sourasky Medical Center, which Newsweek ranks among the world's best hospitals.

• Recipient of the Padma Shri Award for exemplary work in medicine.
• Fellow of the Asia-Pacific Society of Interventional Cardiology.
• Authored over 100 articles in leading peer-reviewed medical journals.
• Specializes in balloon mitral valvuloplasty and coronary angioplasty.

Dr. Amos Toren is a pediatric hemato-oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. He served as Director of the Pediatric Hemato-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Division. Dr. Toren holds a PhD in Human Genetics. He specializes in CAR T-cell therapy and bone marrow transplantation for children. Forbes Israel has recognized his expertise in hematology.

• Served as the Head of the Hematology Division at Tel Aviv University.
• Treats complex cases of leukemia, lymphoma, and rare pediatric cancers.
• Member of the American Society of Hematology and European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.
• Collaborates on research with the NIH and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Dr. Arnon Nagler is a hematologist at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. He is a professor at Tel Aviv University and a renowned transplant expert. Dr. Nagler founded Israel’s first public cord blood bank. He also performed the first cord blood transplantations in the country. He completed postdoctoral training at Stanford University and is board-certified in hematology.

• Pioneered reduced–intensity allogeneic transplant protocols for blood cancers.
• Served as Chair of the Acute Leukemia Working Party for the EBMT.
• Published over 400 articles in leading journals like Blood and Leukemia.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026.

Dr. Hana Golan heads the Pediatric Hemato-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Division at Sheba Medical Center. She specializes in high-risk pediatric tumors and complex childhood cancers. Dr. Golan serves as the principal investigator for the High-Risk Neuroblastoma ESIOP protocol. She practices at a hospital ranked among the global top 10 by Newsweek.

• National coordinator of multicenter oncology protocols and international Phase I/II clinical trials.
• Performs bone marrow transplants and CAR T-cell therapy for pediatric patients.
• Expert in neuroblastoma, leukemia, and treatment-resistant malignancies.
• Senior Lecturer at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University.

Prof. Ido Nachmany heads the Second Surgical Department at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. He was recognized by Forbes as one of the country's top physicians. Prof. Nachmany specializes in robotic surgery for the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts. He focuses on treating gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors using minimally invasive techniques.

• Board certified in General Surgery, HPB Surgery, and Abdominal Organ Transplantation.
• Completed surgical fellowships at the prestigious Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute.
• Performs complex Whipple procedures and robotic low anterior resections.
• Author of numerous surgical oncology studies in journals like Cancer Research.

Dr. Alon Friedlander is a leading orthopedic spine surgeon listed among Israel’s Top Doctors by Forbes. He serves as the Director of the Orthopedic Department at Sheba Medical Center. Dr. Friedlander treats complex spinal disorders in both adult and pediatric patients. He uses both minimally invasive and open surgical techniques for precision care.

• Specializes in scoliosis surgery and complex spinal deformity correction.
• Treats primary and metastatic spinal tumors using advanced surgical techniques.
• Completed fellowships in spine surgery in the USA, France, and Hong Kong.
• Consultant for elite Israeli soccer teams and the Spartak Basketball Club.

Dr. Barak Rosenzweig directs the Urological Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. He is a surgeon who has been listed among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes. Dr. Rosenzweig specializes in treating tumors of the prostate, kidney, bladder, and testis. He focuses on robotic and minimally invasive cancer surgery to preserve organ function.

• Completed a Urological Oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
• Performs robotic radical prostatectomy and kidney-sparing partial nephrectomy.
• Clinical Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University with over 200 scientific publications.
• Uses MRI-guided fusion biopsy for high-precision prostate cancer detection.