Doctors in Israel — Page 2

Dr. Dov Zippel is a surgical oncologist and head of the Meirav Breast Center. Forbes Israel named him to its Best Doctors list in 2025. He treats benign and malignant breast tumors and melanoma at Sheba Medical Center. Dr. Zippel completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Calgary in Canada.

• Performs breast-conserving surgery and minimally invasive skin cancer procedures.
• Treats patients at the Ella Lemelbaum Institute for Immuno-Oncology.
• Researches perioperative treatments for stage III melanoma and breast lesion excision.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked 7th worldwide by Newsweek in 2026.

Dr. Shira Felder leads the Gynecologic Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center. She is a senior radiation oncologist specializing in gynecologic and urologic cancers. She trained at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto. Dr. Felder focuses on delivering targeted radiation while preserving her patients' quality of life.

• Uses precision techniques including VMAT, IMRT, SBRT, and brachytherapy.
• Treats cervical, uterine, ovarian, and prostate cancers.
• Maintains membership in the European Society for Radiotherapy & Oncology.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked 7th globally by Newsweek.
• Conducts research on brachytherapy safety and cervical cancer survival.

Dr. Amit Tirosh is the Head of the Neuroendocrine Tumors (NET) Service at Sheba Medical Center. He is an international authority on von Hippel–Lindau (VHL) disease and hereditary tumor syndromes. Dr. Tirosh contributed to global clinical guidelines for VHL management. He also leads the Endocrine Oncology Bioinformatics Lab at Sheba.

• Contributor to the international expert panel on VHL management guidelines.
• Authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers in journals like JAMA and Gastroentrology.
• Maintains research affiliations with the NIH and the Weizmann Institute.
• Performs specialized NET treatments, including Lutetium-177 therapy and PRRT.

Dr. Almog Ben Yaacov is a senior surgical oncologist at Sheba Medical Center. He has performed over 200 HIPEC procedures for complex abdominal cancers. He focuses on treating gastric cancer, sarcoma, and colorectal malignancies. Dr. Ben Yaacov holds board certifications in both General Surgery and Surgical Oncology.

• Completed surgical oncology training at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York.
• Uses NanoKnife and microwave liver ablation for targeted tumor treatment.
• Maintains ESSO certification for cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the world’s top 10 hospitals.

Dr. Zvi Cohen is the Director of the Neurosurgery Department at Sheba Medical Center. He was recently recognized in Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors list for 2025. Dr. Cohen specializes in treating complex brain, pituitary, and spinal cord tumors. He founded the brain tumor tissue bank at Sheba to support oncological research. Dr. Cohen is board-certified in neurosurgery and leads clinical trials for malignant brain tumors.

• Completed fellowships in neurosurgical oncology at MD Anderson and neuroradiology at Beth Israel.
• Expert in intraoperative MRI, stereotactic biopsies, and image-guided resections.
• Performs radiosurgery and minimally invasive microsurgery for CNS tumors.
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology and the Israeli Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Dr. Barak Rosenzweig directs the Urological Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center in Israel. He is a surgeon who has been listed among Israel’s Best Doctors by Forbes. Dr. Rosenzweig specializes in treating tumors of the prostate, kidney, bladder, and testis. He focuses on robotic and minimally invasive cancer surgery to preserve organ function.

• Completed a Urological Oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
• Performs robotic radical prostatectomy and kidney-sparing partial nephrectomy.
• Clinical Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University with over 200 scientific publications.
• Uses MRI-guided fusion biopsy for high-precision prostate cancer detection.

Dr. Yuri Goldes is the Deputy Director of General Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic resections for stomach and pancreatic cancers. Forbes Israel named him among the nation’s best gastrointestinal surgeons. In 2019, he received the Best Doctor of the Year award from the Israeli Ministry of Health.

• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers.
• Performs minimally invasive Whipple procedures, one of the most complex abdominal operations.
• Treats benign conditions including diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease.
• Works at Sheba Medical Center, ranked among the Top 10 hospitals worldwide by Newsweek.

Dr. Ari Raphael is a medical oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He specializes in thoracic malignancies, lung cancer, and breast cancer. Dr. Raphael won the ISCORT research grant competition for his work in oncology. He serves as a senior lecturer at Tel Aviv University.

• Moderates the Molecular Tumor Board for the Israeli Lung Cancer Society.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO).
• Leads genomic medicine projects focusing on advanced lung cancer treatments.
• Directs the oncology day-care service at Sourasky Medical Center.

Dr. Ido Wolf is a specialist in Oncology, Internal Medicine, and the Army Medical Units with a degree from Ben Gurion University of the Negev. He is currently the Head of the Medical Oncology Division at Sourasky Medical Center and speaks English.

Dr. Aharon Amir is the Chief Surgeon of Plastic Surgery at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in complex reconstructions of the head, face, neck, and chest. Dr. Amir focuses on restoring form after tumor removal, trauma, or birth defects. He practices at Assuta Medical Center, a JCI-accredited facility in Tel Aviv.

• Heads the microsurgery service at Mount Carmel Medical Group.
• Maintains membership in the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery.
• Authored over 30 scientific papers on reconstructive microsurgery.
• Trained in microsurgical reconstruction at The Toronto General Hospital in Canada.

Dr. Viviean Drory is a neurologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. She is a certified specialist in clinical neurophysiology and electromyography. Her work focuses on diagnosing and treating neuromuscular disorders and ALS. She uses both drug therapies and palliative care to help her patients.

• Trained at the University of Heidelberg and the University of Louisiana.
• Member of the International Research Alliance for Motor Neuron Disease Research.
• Sits on the Association of Neurologists of Israel and European Research Group.
• Practices at a hospital ranked among the world's top 10 by Newsweek.

Dr. Gortzak Yair is an orthopedic oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He trained in orthopedic oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital and the University of Toronto. Dr. Yair treats benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors in children and adults. He uses specialized prosthetics that expand via magnetic or electronic controls to accommodate pediatric bone growth.

• Specializes in metastatic bone disease and bone soft tissue infections.
• Maintains membership in the European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society (EMSOS).
• Is a member of the Connective Tissue Oncology Society (CTOS).
• Works at Sourasky, a clinic ranked among the Top 10 by Newsweek.

Dr. Michael Krasnoshtein leads the Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Unit at Sourasky Medical Center. He specializes in treating PTSD, ADHD, and complex anxiety disorders. Dr. Krasnoshtein works with patients from the Israeli Ministry of Defense and Security.

• Serves as a senior psychiatrist at Sourasky Medical Center and Maccabi Health Services.
• Holds a clinic assistant role at Tel Aviv University.
• Treats conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and autism.
• Member of the Israel Psychiatric Association and the EMDR Institute of Israel.

The doctor specializes in neuro-oncology and has extensive experience in treating complex brain tumors. With a focus on innovative treatment methods, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in patient care within this challenging field. The doctor is recognized for their leadership in neuro-oncology and commitment to improving patient outcomes through research and clinical excellence.

The doctor is a world-renowned plastic surgeon with over 35 years of practical experience. Specializing in liposuction, mammoplasty, and Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery, the doctor is part of the team at Sourasky Medical Center, focusing on mommy makeover procedures.

Dr. Tatyana Gurevich heads the Parkinson’s disease medical team at Sourasky Medical Center. She is a neuropathologist with decades of clinical and scientific experience. Dr. Gurevich specializes in movement disorders and nervous system conditions. She works at a clinic ranked among the top 10 for medical tourism by Newsweek.

• Treats Parkinson's disease, Tourette syndrome, and Huntington's disease.
• Manages pediatric cases of cerebral palsy and multiple system atrophy.
• Performs deep brain stimulation (DBS) and medication-based therapies.
• Graduated from Saint Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University.

Dr. Aviva Fatal-valevsky directs the Pediatric Neurology Unit at Sourasky Medical Center. She is an expert in treating pediatric brain neurogenetic disorders. Dr. Fatal-valevsky treats children with epilepsy, autism, and West syndrome. She provides complex diagnostics and creates personalized treatment plans.

• Member of the International Child Neurology Association.
• Performs deep brain stimulation and medication treatment for epilepsy.
• Specializes in pediatric development and inherited metabolic disorders.
• Works at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the World's Best Smart Hospitals.

Dr. Oren Shebolet heads the Liver Unit at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic hepatitis and genetic liver diseases. Dr. Shebolet is a recognized expert in managing autoimmune liver pathologies and complex liver conditions.

• Authored over 60 scientific publications and presented at 100 medical conferences.
• Performs liver transplants and complex treatment for pancreatitis.
• Member of the American and European Associations for the Study of the Liver.
• Works at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world's best hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Faran Dafna is a specialist in lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome at Sourasky Medical Center. She gained clinical training at the Lupus Unit of St Thomas' Hospital in London. Dr. Dafna serves as a Senior Lecturer at Tel Aviv University. She works at Israel's largest multidisciplinary hospital, ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

• Authored over 50 scientific publications and 30 reports on rheumatological conditions.
• Maintains membership in the Israeli Association of Rheumatologists.
• Is an active member of the American College of Rheumatology.
• Treats complex autoimmune cases using clinical insights from University College London.