Doctors in Israel — Page 12

Dr. Beni Boursi is a leading oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. He founded the ECOG-ACRIN Microbiome Working Group. He specializes in treating gastrointestinal cancers using innovative microbial modulation. Dr. Boursi is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. He earned his medical degree with highest honors from Tel Aviv University.

• Completed oncology fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania.
• Trained in medical oncology at MD Anderson and Mayo Clinic.
• Developed predictive models for early colorectal and pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
• Published research on microbiome-oncology in the prestigious journal Science.

Dr. Zohar Dotan heads the Urology Department at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. He is a primary pioneer of robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery. He specializes in treating complex cancers of the kidney, prostate, and bladder. Dr. Dotan leads the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society and holds a PhD in Genetics.

• Completed a specialized uro-oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York.
• Performs robotic radical nephrectomy and da Vinci robotic prostatectomy.
• Authored over 50 scientific publications on advanced urologic cancer treatments.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked 7th best hospital globally by Newsweek.

Dr. Aleksey Kalganov is the Head of Orthopedics at Assuta Medical Center in Israel. He has performed over 1,700 joint replacements during his career. Dr. Kalganov carries out approximately 280 surgeries every year. He specializes in hip and knee replacements and talipes valgus treatment.

• Trained at Tel Aviv University and The Royal London Hospital.
• Maintains membership in the European Orthopaedic Research Society.
• Member of the Israel Orthopaedic Association.
• Works at JCI-accredited Assuta Medical Center, the largest private clinic in Israel.

Dr. Raanan Berger is the Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center. He was listed in Forbes Israel’s “Best Doctors” in 2025. Dr. Berger specializes in genitourinary oncology and radiates complex prostate tumors. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Institute.

• Heads the clinical research unit focusing on molecular oncology.
• Co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed papers on prostate cancer and BRCA mutations.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).
• Performs systemic therapy and radiotherapy at a Top-10 globally ranked hospital.

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.

Prof. Gil Raviv is a specialist in andrology and reconstructive urology at Sheba Medical Center. Forbes named him among the Best Doctors in Israel. He is the director of the Andrology Unit. Dr. Raviv focuses on male infertility, sexual health, and urethral reconstruction. He works at Sheba, a Top 10 world-ranked hospital.

• Performs specialized sperm retrieval techniques including micro-TESE, TESA, and MESA.
• Treats complex conditions like erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, and azoospermia.
• Uses microsurgical methods and robotic systems for prostate and urological procedures.
• Provides stem cell therapy and shockwave treatment for sexual dysfunction.

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. Riad Hadad heads the department for liver, pancreas, and gallbladder treatment at Assuta Medical Center. He is a surgeon and oncologist specializing in gastrointestinal and liver cancers. Dr. Hadad completed specialized oncology training at the University of Toronto in Canada.

• Clinical focus includes surgical removal of colon and stomach cancers.
• Author of 60 scientific publications on surgical oncology.
• Member of the European Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Assuta Medical Center, Israel’s largest private hospital.

Dr. Maor Lachav is a leading Israeli gastroenterologist at Assuta Medical Center. He heads the Department of Invasive Endoscopy. Dr. Lachav is one of the few Israeli doctors performing radiofrequency ablation for Barrett's esophagus. This method destroys cancer cells in the mucous membrane using radio waves.

• Completed gastroenterology residency at Chaim Sheba Medical Center.
• Conducted clinical research and training at the University of Chicago Hospital, USA.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Society.
• Works at JCI-accredited Assuta Medical Center, Israel's largest private hospital.

Dr. Izhar Fluman heads the spine surgery center at Assuta Medical Center in Israel. He specialized in scoliosis treatment and complex orthopedic spine surgery. Dr. Fluman completed a two-year fellowship at Harvard University’s Children’s Hospital.

• Authored approximately 130 scientific papers on spinal diseases.
• Serves on the editorial staff for the journals Spine and Journal of Spinal Disorder.
• Presented at over 100 international symposia regarding spinal health.
• Member of the North American Spine Society and European Spine Association.

Dr. Eli Ashkenazi is a spinal neurosurgeon who heads the Israel Spine Center at Assuta Hospital. He has performed over 1,000 surgeries focusing on lumbar and cervical spine diseases. Dr. Ashkenazi treats spinal stenosis using the TOPS System. He combines surgical expertise with non-invasive recovery methods.

• Member of the North American Spine Society and the Spine Society of Europe.
• Completed specialized training in spinal surgery at Montefiore Medical Center in the USA.
• Authored over 50 scientific papers on spine condition treatments.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Assuta Medical Center in Tel Aviv.

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.

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.

The doctor specializes in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgeries for gynecologic oncology diseases, focusing on conditions affecting the uterus, cervix, and ovaries.

Currently a leading oncogynecologist and surgeon at Herzliya Medical Center, the doctor also serves as the Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Meir Medical Center.

Hip and Knee Replacement Specialist

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 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.