Surgery Doctors in Israel — Page 2

Prof. Jack Baniel specializes in nerve-sparing cancer surgeries and robotic prostatectomies, with over 100 published scientific articles in uro-oncology.

• Chief of Urology at Rabin Medical Center
• Founder of oncourological Department at Beilinson Hospital
• Board member of international uro-oncology research organizations
• Member of European and American urology associations

Dr. Oscar Aballay brings over 42 years of experience of expertise in Internal Medicine and Cardiology at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiology
• Specializes in Cardiology, Pulmonology, and Critical Care Medicine
• Fluent in Spanish and English for patient communication
• Provides comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions

Professor Dan Fliss specializes in oncology surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), bringing extensive expertise to complex cases.

• Over 40 years of experience of experience in surgical oncology
• Focuses on advanced oncological surgical techniques
• Professor title reflects academic and clinical leadership

Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital – Dr. Suhotnik has 36 years of experience of experience exclusively in pediatric surgery.

• Visiting professor at Tel Aviv University – trains future surgeons
• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for children
• Member of European Association of Pediatric Surgeons and American College of Surgeons
• Educated at Chernivtsi Medical University in Ukraine

Dr. Shreder specializes in robotic spine surgery at Hadassah Medical Center, performing complex spinal reconstructions with precision.

• Over 26 years of experience of experience in spinal deformities and tumors
• Trained in pediatric vertebrology and orthopedic traumatology
• Member of the Association of Orthopedists and Congress of Vertebrologists
• Associate professor teaching at University of Jerusalem and Cornell Weill

Dr. Alon Pikarsky specializes in colorectal surgery with over 39 years of experience of experience at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Board-certified in General Surgery since 1998
• Director of Surgical Residency Program since 2000 – trains future specialists
• Senior Lecturer at Hebrew University since 2005
• Member of multiple professional surgical associations

Dr. Boaz Liberman is the Director of the Orthopedic Oncology Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating bone and soft tissue sarcomas in adults and children. Dr. Liberman was recognized in the Forbes list of top doctors in Israel. He focuses on limb-sparing cancer surgery combined with functional reconstruction. Dr. Liberman completed fellowships at Mount Sinai Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto.

• Performs complex joint reconstruction and revision hip or knee replacements.
• Uses MRgFUS to treat bone conditions with imaging-guided ultrasound.
• Treats childhood tumors like Ewing's sarcoma and rhabdomyosarcoma.
• Member of the American and European Associations of Tissue Banks.

Dr. David Mishaali is the Director of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating infants and children with high-risk heart anomalies. Dr. Mishaali developed a unique minimally invasive surgical approach for congenital heart defects. He works at Sheba Medical Center, a hospital ranked among the world’s top 10.

• Completed fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic and UCSF in the USA.
• Treats rare newborn conditions requiring complex cardiac reconstruction.
• Uses minimally invasive methods to reduce trauma and improve cosmetic results.
• Senior Lecturer and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers on cardiac surgery.

Lael Anson Best specializes in thoracic surgery at Rambam Medical Center, focusing on advanced chest procedures.

• Over of experience in thoracic surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive techniques for chest conditions
• Member of leading thoracic surgery associations

Specialist in bariatric surgery at Assuta Medical Center, focusing on weight loss procedures.

• Over of experience in bariatric surgery
• Performs various weight loss surgeries
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers

Dr. Riad Hadad heads the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder department at Assuta – a leader in gastrointestinal cancer surgery.

• Specializes in surgical oncology with over of experience
• Fellowship-trained at University of Toronto's renowned medical center
• Author of 60+ scientific publications on gastrointestinal cancers
• Member of European Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association

Head of the Breast Surgery Department at Assuta Medical Center – Dr. Papa specializes in breast surgery and mammology.

• Expert in breast cancer surgeries and reconstructions
• Focuses on minimally invasive techniques for better recovery
• Member of leading breast surgery associations

Specialist in endoscopic surgery – Dr. Goldenberg focuses on minimally invasive procedures at Assuta Medical Center.

• Expertise in gynecological endoscopic surgeries
• Uses advanced techniques for reduced recovery times
• Member of leading endoscopic surgery associations

Dr. Mordechai Gutman specializes in oncology surgery at Assuta Medical Center, focusing on precise tumor removal.

• of experience in surgical oncology
• Expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Member of the Israeli Society of Surgical Oncology

Specialist in endoscopic surgery at Assuta Medical Center – known for minimally invasive techniques.

• Focuses on reducing recovery time and scarring
• Experienced in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers

Specialist in hand surgery at Assuta Medical Center – Dr. Engel focuses exclusively on intricate hand procedures.

• Orthopedist with extensive experience in hand surgery
• Performs a wide range of hand-related surgical interventions
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers

Senior pediatric surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in minimally invasive techniques for small patients.

• Over 38 years of experience of experience in pediatric and neonatal surgery
• Trained in advanced minimally invasive techniques in Berlin
• Author of 17 scientific articles and textbook chapters
• Member of European and Israeli pediatric surgical societies

Dr. Dorit Zilberman is a senior urologist at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. She is a pioneer of robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgery. Dr. Zilberman treats kidney, bladder, and prostate cancers. She helped launch the da Vinci robotic surgery program at Sheba. Forbes Israel recognized her among the nation's best doctors.

• Authored over 160 scientific publications in urologic oncology and endourology.
• Completed fellowship training at Duke University Medical Center in the US.
• Performs robotic prostatectomy, laser lithotripsy, and kidney-sparing surgery.
• Member of the American and European Urological Associations and the Endourological Society.

Dr. Jair Bar is a thoracic oncologist and Deputy Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He specializes in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer using personalized immunotherapy and targeted treatments. Dr. Bar holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and leads a research lab focused on immunotherapy resistance.

• Chair of the Israel Lung Cancer Group.
• Board-certified in both Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy Oncology.
• Treats patients at Sheba Medical Center, a top-10 globally ranked hospital.
• Uses molecular and genetic profiling to create precise cancer treatment plans.

Dr. Nir Kleinmann directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a pioneer in kidney-sparing laser surgery for complex tumors. Forbes and ResultMed named him among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025 and 2026. Dr. Kleinmann uses a unique dual-laser system to preserve organ function during cancer treatment.

• Completed urological fellowships at Thomas Jefferson University and McMaster University.
• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for UTUC, kidney stones, and prostate cancer.
• Served as a researcher in the OLYMPUS trial for non-surgical chemoablation.
• Fellow of the American Endourology Society with over 60 scientific publications.