Best Doctors in Jerusalem, Israel — TOP 36

Dr. Gal Goldstein is the Head of Pediatric Oncology at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem. He specializes in treating complex childhood cancers and blood disorders. Forbes Israel named him among the country's best doctors. He has managed pediatric cases and haploidentical bone marrow transplants for over two decades.

• Focuses on retinoblastoma treatment and precision medicine for pediatric patients.
• Performs allogenic bone marrow transplants and specialized pediatric biopsies.
• Member of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP).
• Works at Hadassah Medical Center, ranked as a top smart hospital by Newsweek.

Dr. Alon Pikarsky is a surgical oncologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He directs the Residency Program in the Department of Surgery. Dr. Pikarsky specializes in colorectal surgery and complex bowel resections. He works at a university hospital ranked by Newsweek among the world’s best medical centers.

• Performs gastrointestinal procedures using the Da Vinci robotic system.
• Director of the Medical Students Program at Hadassah.
• Board certified in general surgery by the Israel Ministry of Health.
• Treats colorectal conditions, esophageal cancer, and inguinal hernias.

Dr. Auala Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a senior oncologist and radiotherapist specializing in digestive system malignancies. He graduated from Hadassah University Hospital in Jerusalem. Dr. Hubert has over 30 years of clinical experience in radiotherapy and oncology.

• Head of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah.
• Treats complex conditions including pancreatic, colon, and liver cancers.
• Qualified in both medical oncology and radiotherapy.
• Member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Israel Cancer Association.

Dr. Josh Shreder is an Associate Professor and spine surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He excels in robotic spine surgery for adults and children. Dr. Shreder previously served as an attending spine surgeon at Bronx Hospital in New York. He specializes in treating complex spinal deformities, tumors, and traumatic injuries.

• Uses robotic systems to perform precise operations for spinal column restoration.
• Treats intervertebral hernias and pediatric spinal conditions.
• Teaches at the University of Jerusalem and Cornell Weill University.
• Practices at Hadassah, a Newsweek-ranked world’s best smart hospital.

Dr. Vladimir Goldman is an orthopedic surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in limb lengthening and reconstructive operations for children and adults. Dr. Goldman trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This facility is a top-ranked orthopedic hospital in the United States. He earned an honorary badge for his achievements in correcting limb deformities.

• Uses the Ilizarov method to treat complex bone defects and limb length differences.
• Treats congenital foot deformities and clubfoot using the non-surgical Ponseti method.
• Performs joint-preserving surgery for ankle arthritis and hip osteotomies.
• Expert in orthopedic care for cerebral palsy and neuromuscular disorders.

Dr. Reuven Or heads the Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a prominent specialist in immunotherapy and cell therapy. He previously served as Medical Director of the Israeli National Blood Bank. Dr. Or earned his medical degree from the University of Milan.

• Directs the Hadassah Public Bone Marrow Registry.
• Awarded the Menachem Begin Prize for his contributions to medicine.
• Completed post-doctoral immunology research at Colorado Medical University.
• Holds an associate professorship at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Dr. Aaron Popovcer is the Director of the Oncology Department at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in head and neck tumors and thyroid cancer treatment. Dr. Popovcer completed a specialized radiosurgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Forbes magazine recognized him as one of Israel's Top Doctors.

• Served as Chairman of the Israeli Head and Neck Cancer Association.
• Treats recurrent cancer and spinal metastases using biological and immunotherapy.
• Completed a multidisciplinary cancer treatment fellowship at the University of Michigan.
• Member of the International Head and Neck Oncology Association.

Dr. Luna Kaduri is a senior oncologist and head of the Oncogenetics Unit at Hadassah Medical Center. She specializes in breast cancer treatment and oncogenetics. Dr. Kaduri conducted research on the genesis of cancer at The Royal Marsden Hospital in England. She works at Hadassah Medical Center, which Newsweek ranked among the world’s best hospitals.

• Winner of the Landau Prize for Excellence in Cancer Research.
• Authored numerous peer-reviewed articles on BRCA1/2 mutations and tumor markers.
• Received the Judith Segal Award for achievements in cancer research.
• Active member of the Israeli Society of Clinical Oncology.

The doctor is a board-certified expert in Obstetrics and Gynecology, practicing at the Hadassah Medical Center. Specializing in managing all aspects of women's health, the doctor is known for providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients.

With 20 years of practice, the doctor specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology, focusing on rare blood cancer diseases. She has performed over 3,500 bone marrow transplants, earning a reputation among patients as the one who "transplants life."

Her expertise and dedication have been recognized by Forbes, which named her one of the best doctors in 2018.

Dr. Vadim Kapuller is a senior pediatric surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in neonatal and minimally invasive surgery for children. Dr. Kapuller focuses on treating newborns and performs medical circumcisions. He works at Hadassah, a hospital ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

• Expert in neonatal surgery and minimally invasive pediatric procedures.
• Author of 17 scientific articles and a textbook chapter on laparoscopy.
• Member of the European Association of Pediatric Surgeons.
• Treats conditions such as umbilical hernias at a Nobel Peace Prize-nominated center.

Dr. Dimitrios Karussis is a neurologist at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in neuroimmunology and bone marrow transplantation for neurological disorders. Dr. Karussis leads the multi-disciplinary Multiple Sclerosis Clinic and Center. He also directs the EAE Laboratory within the neurology department.

• Holds board certifications in neurology in Israel, Greece, and the European Union.
• Sits on the European Steering Committee for Bone Marrow Transplantation in multiple sclerosis.
• Treats complex conditions including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and multiple sclerosis.
• Practices at Newsweek-ranked Hadassah Medical Center, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee.

Dr. Dina Ben-Yehuda heads the Hematology Department at Hadassah Medical Center. She was the first woman to serve as Dean of Hadassah School of Medicine. Dr. Ben-Yehuda specializes in molecular diagnostics and treatment for malignant blood diseases. She completed her postgraduate training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York.

• Performs bone marrow transplants and gene therapy for leukemia and lymphoma patients.
• Received the Healing with the Heart Award from the Danielle Sonnenfeld Foundation.
• Was the first female soldier to receive the Israeli Chief of Staff Award.
• Is a member of the International Society of Hematology and the Israel Society of Oncology.

Dr. Jacob Peer is a cardiothoracic specialist at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Centre. He specializes in lung cancer surgery and mediastinal pathology. Dr. Peer completed a fellowship in thoracoscopic lung surgery at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. He has published over 20 scientific articles on surgical techniques for lung diseases.

• Served as Chief of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center.
• Was the Head of the Thoracic Surgery Unit at Edith Wolfson Medical Center.
• Maintains senior surgeon roles at both Assaf Harofeh and Ichilov Medical Centers.
• Practices at Hadassah Medical Center, a facility ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

Dr. Aleksandr Lipey-Diamant heads the aortic surgery unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in heart valve correction and aortic aneurysm surgery. Dr. Lipey-Diamant graduated with honors from the cardiothoracic residency at Beilinson Hospital. He now treats complex heart conditions at the Newsweek-ranked Hadassah Medical Center.

• Completed clinical training at Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris.
• Performs heart valve replacement, bypass surgery, and congenital defect correction.
• Trained in heart valve correction across Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania.
• Treats aortic valve insufficiency, arrhythmia, and mitral valve prolapse.

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.

Dr. Andrew Kaye is a neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in brain tumors, skull base surgery, and pituitary tumor removal. Dr. Kaye previously served as Head of Neurosurgery at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. He has earned the Medal of Honor from the International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Trained at Oxford University, the Cleveland Clinic, and Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne.
• Treats complex conditions like cerebral aneurysms, acoustic neuromas, and hydrocephalus.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife, CyberKnife, and transnasal tumor resection.
• Winner of the Ronald Bittner Award from the American Association of Neurosurgeons.

Dr. Alexander Margulis heads the Plastic Surgery Department at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a specialist in both adult and pediatric reconstructive procedures. He completed his training in pediatric plastic surgery at Chicago’s Children’s Memorial Hospital. Dr. Margulis excels in complex facial bone and ear reconstruction following severe injuries.

• Leads the Children's Plastic Surgery Unit at Hadassah Medical Center.
• Treats pediatric conditions like cleft palate, hare lip, and giant nevi.
• Expert in rhinoplasty and aesthetic ear surgery.
• Member of the International Association of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Jose Cohen is a neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in treating brain tumors, cerebral artery aneurysms, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Cohen performs complex procedures including brain tumor removal and brain aneurysm repair. He works at a university hospital ranked among the world’s best by Newsweek.

• Awarded the Healthcare Manpower Development Plan prize in 2017.
• Maintains membership in the American College of Cardiology and Academy of Medicine Singapore.
• Qualified with an MBBS from the University of London and MRCP in the UK.
• Treats patients at an institution recognized with a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.

Dr. Irina Zaidman is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. She treats childhood cancers and blood disorders like aplastic anemia. Dr. Zaidman completed a specialized fellowship in bone marrow transplantation at Canada's Hospital for Sick Children.

• Serves as a board member of the Israeli Pediatric Hemato-Oncology Society.
• Specially trained in allogenic bone marrow transplants from related and unrelated donors.
• Is a member of both the European and American bone marrow transplant societies.
• Practices at Newsweek-ranked Hadassah Medical Center, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee.