Treatment in Jerusalem (Israel)

The doctor is a highly qualified Pediatric Oncology and Hemato-Oncology specialist at Hadassah Medical Center, recognized in the 2019-2020 Forbes list of best doctors in Israel. With over twenty years of specialization in pediatrics, pediatric hemato-oncology, and haploidentical bone marrow transplantation, the doctor is a prominent figure in the field.

The doctor is a graduate of Tel Aviv University and is actively involved in professional associations including The Israel Society of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, The Israeli Cancer Association, The International Association of Oncology, and The International Society of Pediatric Oncology. The main fields of interest include retinoblastoma, precision medicine, and pediatric oncology.

The doctor graduated from Hebrew University School of Medicine in 1987 and specializes in Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. Affiliated with Hadassah Medical Center, the doctor has been an Instructor in Surgery since 1995, a Lecturer since 1999, and a Senior Lecturer since 2005. The doctor has directed the Medical Students Program in the Department of Surgery since 1997 and has been the Residency Program Director in the Department of Surgery since 2000. Board certified in General Surgery in Israel since 1998, the doctor is also a member of various surgical associations.

The doctor specializes in limb lengthening and reconstructive operations using the Ilizarov method, focusing on correcting limb deformities and treating post-traumatic conditions. Expertise includes surgical and non-surgical fracture treatments, joint-preserving arthritis treatments, and orthopedic care for cerebral palsy. The doctor graduated from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and completed a specialization in orthopedics at Hadassah Medical Center, with further training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. Actively involved in medical education and research, the doctor is a member of prominent orthopedic societies.

The doctor is a Medical Oncologist and Radiotherapist with 33 years of experience, specializing in Oncology and Radiotherapy. They graduated from Hadassah University Hospital in Jerusalem, Israel, and hold qualifications in both Oncology and Radiotherapy.

Currently serving as the Head of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center, the doctor is also a Senior Physician in the Oncology Department at Hadassah University Hospital. They have completed board exams in Oncology and Radiotherapy, and are a member of several professional societies, including the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and the Israel Cancer Association.

The doctor specializes in spinal deformities in adults and children, robotic spine surgery, intervertebral hernias, spinal tumors, and spinal column injuries.

Graduated from the Hebrew University and completed advanced training in cardiology, trauma resuscitation, and orthopedic traumatology. Completed residency in orthopedics at Hadassah University Hospital and further training in pediatric vertebrology.

Worked as a spine surgeon at Bronx Hospital and currently practices in Israel, utilizing robotic equipment for complex spinal surgeries. Engages in scientific research, teaching, and has published numerous articles in vertebrology.

The doctor is a distinguished hematologist and bone marrow transplant specialist with over 15 years of experience at Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital. They have played a pivotal role as the Medical Director of the Hadassah Public Bone Marrow Registry and the Israeli National Blood Bank. The doctor has a medical degree from the University of Milan and completed post-doctoral research at Colorado Medical University. They hold an associate professorship from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and have published numerous articles in medical journals.

The doctor was awarded the Menachem Begin Prize in 2008 and has founded a laboratory for research. They currently serve as the Head of the Department of Hematology, Cancer Immunotherapy, Cell Therapy, and Bone Marrow Transplantation at Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital.

RESEARCH ACTIVITY

1998–2000 — Conducted research on the genesis of cancer at The Royal Marsden Hospital (England).

PUBLICATIONS

Authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals. Selected topics include:

Oncotype Dx Recurrence Score in BRCA1/2 germline mutation carriers with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

TP53 missense mutation recurrence in cancer patients of Arab descent.

Adjuvant autologous vaccine for stage III microscopic melanoma: biomarker survival and enhanced response to CTLA-4 blockade.

Prognostic significance of (R)CA15-3 assay in primary breast cancer.

Diagnostic and prognostic value of comparative thymidine kinase 1 (TK1) activity assays in breast cancer patient serum.

Complete remission in a BRCA2 mutation carrier with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma treated with cisplatin.

Autologous vaccine-induced antitumor and self-reactive immune responses in melanoma: impact on patient survival and dependence on MHC class II expression.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Israeli Society of Clinical Oncology

Israel Medical Association

AWARDS & GRANTS

Cancer Genetics Research Foundation Award

Landau Prize

Judith Segal Memorial Award

Core Specializations

Oncology:

Head and neck tumors

Thyroid cancer

Personalized biological and immunotherapy

Treatment of recurrent cancer and spinal metastases

Radiotherapy

Education

1998 — Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the Hebrew University (Jerusalem, Israel).
2016 — Six-month advanced training course in radiosurgery with a special focus on modern methods of focused radiotherapy for spinal and malignant thyroid tumors at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (New York, USA).

Professional Experience

1998–1999 — Internship at Hadassah University Hospital (Jerusalem, Israel).
1999–2005 — Specialization in the Department of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery at Rabin Medical Center (Petah Tikva, Israel).
2005–2009 — Specialization in oncology and radiotherapy at the Davidoff Cancer Center (Rabin Medical Center).
2006–2008 — Fellowship at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, USA) in multidisciplinary cancer treatment.
2008 — Fellowship in head and neck tumor brachytherapy at Beth Israel Medical Center (New York, USA).
2009–2012 — Head of the Head and Neck Oncology Clinic at the Davidoff Cancer Center.
2013–2019 — Chief of the Head and Neck Oncology Division and Deputy Head of the Radiotherapy Department at the Davidoff Cancer Center.
Since 2019 — Director of the Oncology Department and Sharett Cancer Institute at Hadassah University Hospital.

The doctor received higher medical education at the Hebrew University and completed residency in internal medicine and gastroenterology at Hadassah University Hospital. An internship in liver diseases was completed at Sinai School of Medicine in New York. The doctor is a specialist in liver disease treatment, leading the liver disease unit at Hadassah Medical Center. They are a member of several international liver study associations and the editorial board of Clinical Science. The doctor has authored numerous articles and received multiple awards, including the Hadassah Prize and awards from the Israeli Association of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

The doctor completed medical studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hadassah University Hospital Ein Kerem.

Advanced training was undertaken in gamete micromanipulation, laparoscopic surgery, and reconstructive pelvic surgery for gynecologic oncology in leading clinics in Europe and the USA.

The doctor currently directs the IVF Center at Hadassah University and serves as an Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

The doctor is an Interventional Cardiologist specializing in Valvular Heart Disease at Hadassah Medical Center. The clinical focus includes expertise in Mitral Valve procedures, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), Myocardial Infarction management, and Coronary Angiography. The doctor is recognized for advanced skills in treating complex cardiac conditions, particularly those involving the heart valves and coronary arteries.

The doctor is a leading neurologist at Hadassah Medical Center with over 23 years of experience. Specializing in neurology, polyneuropathy, neurooncology, and Parkinson's disease, the doctor has achieved significant success in treating disorders of the nervous system, particularly Parkinson's disease.

The doctor completed an internship at Hadassah Medical Center in 2001 and received higher medical education in 1996.

The doctor is a highly rated specialist based in Jerusalem, Israel, with expertise in Epidermoid Cyst, Schwannoma, Neurosarcoidosis, Endovascular Embolization, and Stent Placement.

Over the past 15 years, the doctor has co-authored 67 peer-reviewed articles, contributing significantly to the field.

The doctor is a leading neurosurgeon at Hadassah University Hospital with 47 years of experience. Specializing in the surgical treatment of brain tumors, skull base surgery, pituitary tumor removal, and brain blood vessel surgery, the doctor graduated from the University of Melbourne, School of Medicine. The doctor completed specialization in neurosurgery at prestigious institutions, including Oxford University, Royal Hospital Melbourne, Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, and the Cleveland Clinic.

The doctor has received accolades such as the Ronald Bittner Award and the Medal of Honor from the International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies. The doctor is a member of several notable neurosurgical associations worldwide.

The doctor serves as the Head of the Department of Plastic Surgery and leads the Children's Plastic Surgery Unit at Hadassah University Hospital. Specializing in both adult and pediatric plastic surgery, the doctor focuses on ear plastic surgery, rhinoplasty, and the reconstruction of facial bones and auricles post-injury. In pediatric care, expertise includes the removal of giant nevi, treatment of deep scars, burns, and correction of cleft palate and hare lip. The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the Technological Institute in Haifa, Israel, and completed specializations in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Hadassah University Hospital and pediatric plastic surgery at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago.

The doctor is a member of the Israel Association of Plastic Surgery and the International Association of Plastic Surgery.

The doctor is a leading gastroenterologist specializing in pediatric liver and gastrointestinal tract illnesses. Serving as the WHO expert, the doctor develops protocols for diagnosing and treating children with digestive tract conditions. Since 2012, the doctor has headed the Department of Pediatrics at Hadassah Medical Center.

With a career spanning multiple prestigious positions, the doctor previously led the Pediatric Gastroenterology Unit at Dana-Dwek Children's Hospital and the Gastroenterology Unit at Wolfson Medical Center. The doctor is a co-author of a patented method for treating non-malignant diseases and has published 50 research articles on pediatric gastrointestinal and liver conditions.

The doctor is a leading neurology specialist focusing on regenerative medicine and neuroimmunology. They direct the Clinical Neurosciences Division at Hadassah University Hospital at Ein Kerem. Their expertise includes treating multiple sclerosis, nerve system regeneration, malignant tumors in children, and stem cell therapy.

Graduating from The Hebrew University Hadassah Medical School in 1989, the doctor completed a neurology specialty in 1994 and pursued post-doctoral studies at the Paris Pasteur Institute. They have authored over 100 research papers and are a member of several prestigious neurological associations.

The doctor is an oncologist at the Hadassah Medical Center, having earned a Doctor of Medical Sciences from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. She completed an internship at the prestigious Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, enhancing her expertise in oncology.

In 1994, she became the Head of the Institute of Oncology and later, in 1998, led the Breast Cancer Treatment Center. By 2006, she was appointed as a Professor of the Department of Oncology at the Hebrew University. She is actively involved with several international cancer organizations and has been recognized with a scholarship from the Hadassah Medical School.

The doctor is an esteemed professional with a focus on colorectal cancer and surface malignancies. With extensive expertise in surgical procedures, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in these areas. The doctor's clinical practice emphasizes innovative treatment approaches and patient-centered care. With numerous publications and presentations at international conferences, the doctor is recognized for their leadership in surgical oncology.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the Technion University in Haifa, Israel, in 1990. Currently practicing at Hadassah Medical Center, the doctor has accumulated extensive experience in the medical field. The focus is on delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to the advancement of medical practices through both clinical work and ongoing education.