Best Doctors in Jerusalem

Dr. Alex Simon is the Director of the IVF Center at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a reproductive specialist and an Associate Professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Dr. Simon focuses on IVF, gamete micromanipulation, and reconstructive pelvic surgery for gynecologic oncology. He works at a Newsweek-ranked hospital in Israel.

• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery and artificial insemination.
• Performs complex procedures like IVF with gender selection and embryo cryopreservation.
• Completed fellowship training at top medical clinics in Europe and the USA.
• Treats reproductive and gynecologic conditions including endometriosis and uterine fibroids.

Dr. Michael Lotem heads the Center for Melanoma and Cancer Immunotherapy at Hadassah Medical Center. He is an oncologist specializing in melanoma treatment and immune response research. Dr. Lotem uses patient-derived tissues to develop new immunotherapies. He works at Hadassah, which Newsweek ranks among the world’s top medical centers.

• Leads research on the SLAM family of receptors in anti-cancer responses.
• Treats patients using tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes and novel immune protocols.
• Performs melanoma surgery and sarcoma immunotherapy.
• Provides cancer screening at a Nobel Peace Prize-nominated hospital.

Dr. Yigal Shoshan heads the Neurosurgery Department at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in brain tumors, head injuries, and stereotactic radiosurgery. Dr. Shoshan completed fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic. He holds certification from the European Association of Neurological Surgeons.

• Performs Gamma Knife radiosurgery and stereotaxic surgical procedures.
• Authored over 50 scientific papers on neurosurgical techniques and outcomes.
• Serves as a lecturer at Hebrew University Medical School.
• Member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Zvi Israel is a neurosurgeon repeatedly named among the best doctors in Israel by Forbes. He directs the Functional and Restorative Surgery Unit at Hadassah Medical Center. Dr. Israel completed a fellowship in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery in the US.

• Specializes in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease and tremors.
• Treats chronic depression and tinnitus using brain electrode implantation.
• Authored over 70 scientific articles on surgical techniques in neurosurgery.
• Conducts clinical trials for glioblastoma and severe brain injuries.

Dr. Beatrice Uziely is the Head of the Oncology Department at Hadassah Medical Center. She specializes in breast cancer, metastasis treatment, and radiation oncology. Dr. Uziely has secured 11 research grants for her work in cancer study. She is a clinical senior lecturer at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

• Specializes in hormone therapy and chemotherapy for breast cancer.
• Author of nearly 60 scientific publications on cancer research.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

Dr. Ofer Nathan Gofrit is the Chief Physician of Urology at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in the surgical treatment of bladder and prostate cancer. Dr. Gofrit is qualified to perform robotic surgeries using the da Vinci system. He completed a clinical internship in invasive urology at the University Hospital of Chicago.

• Expert in urological endoscopic surgery and oncological diseases of the kidneys.
• Teaches urological surgery as a professor at the Hebrew University.
• Recipient of national and international awards for his contributions to urology.
• Works at Hadassah, a hospital ranked among the world’s best by Newsweek.

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.

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 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 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. 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. 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. Tamir Ben-Hur directs the Clinical Neurosciences Division at Hadassah Medical Center. He is an expert in neuroimmunology and nerve system regeneration. He specializes in treating multiple sclerosis and pediatric malignant tumors. Dr. Ben-Hur also provides stem cell therapy for various neurological disorders.

• Authored over 100 research papers on neurology and stem cell science.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Neurology and the Society for Neuroscience.
• Completed specialized post-doctoral studies at the Paris Pasteur Institute.
• Works at a hospital ranked by Newsweek among the world's best medical centers.

Dr. Shimon Reif is the Head of the Department of Pediatrics at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a gastroenterologist who develops global protocols for treating children as a WHO expert. Dr. Reif specializes in pediatric liver and gastrointestinal conditions. He works at Hadassah, a center ranked among the world’s best hospitals by Newsweek.

• Holds a US patent for a novel method to treat non-malignant diseases.
• Author of 50 research articles on digestive tract and liver illnesses in children.
• Former head of pediatric gastroenterology units at Dana-Dwek and Wolfson medical centers.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and ESPGHAN.

Dr. Daniel Bitran has performed over 10,000 successful cardiac operations during his career. He is the founder and head of cardiothoracic surgery at Shaare Zedek Medical Center. Dr. Bitran specializes in prosthetic heart valves and coronary artery reconstruction. He previously led the cardiac surgery department at St. Vincent Hospital in the United States.

• Trained at Harvard University Medical Center and Hadassah Medical Center.
• Expert in open-heart surgery and reconstructive coronary procedures.
• Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
• Fellow of the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons.