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Dr. Herishanu Yair is a hematologist with 25 years of experience. He specializes in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). He is skilled in bone marrow transplantation, immunotherapy, CAR T-cell therapy, and leukemia chemotherapy.

Dr. Herishanu has received several awards, including the Young Investigator Research Prize, Clinical Excellence Prize, and Klitzberg Oncology Award. He has made important contributions to CLL research. His work includes many published studies and research grants from leading institutions.

He is a member of the Israeli and American Hematology Associations. This highlights his expertise and dedication to the field of hematology.

Mario Sofer - a leading urologist Medical Center Ichilov-Sourasky in Tel Aviv, privately accepts patients in Assuta.

Education and training:

•  Medical University in Bucharest, Romania (the degree of Doctor of Medicine, 1987);
•  Residency in Ichilov MC;
•  1999-2000 - training in endo-urology at the University Hospital of Western Antario (Canada);
•  2000-2001 - training on uro-oncology at the University of Miami (USA).

Clinical experience:

•  From 1990 to 1996 - Residency in Urology MC Ichilov-Sourasky;
•  From 1996 to 1999 - Senior physician Department of Urology at Ichilov;
•  From 1999 to 2001 - the courses training in Canada and the United States;
•  Senior physician of Urology MZ Ichilov 2001;.
•  Head of the Department of endo-urology at Ichilov (from 2004 year).

Academic experience:

• Senior Lecturer, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University. Supervisor of diploma works of graduates of Haifa and Tel Aviv University.
• 50 scientific articles;
• 70 presentations at international scientific congresses.

Membership in professional organizations:

• A member of the Israeli Association of Urology;
• A member of the US Association of Urology;
• Member of the European Association of Urology;
• Member of the International Association of endourology.

Prof. Jack Baniel is a Professor of Urology and Chief of Urology section at Rabin Medical Center, Petach Tikva, Israel. He specializes in the reconstruction of the bladder, robotic prostatectomy, cancer surgeries with preservation of the nerve endings. He has published over 100 scientific articles and is actively involved in research in the field of uro-oncology. He is a graduate of Tel Aviv University and is a member of various professional organizations, including the Israeli Medical Association, the Israeli Association of Urology, the European Association of Urology, the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC), and the American Association of Urology.

Professor, specialist in Ophthalmology and Ophthalmic Surgery

Dr. Michael Kupferminc is a Senior Physician in the Maternal Fetal Medicine Department at Lis Maternity and Women's Hospital with expertise in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Imaging, Research & Development, Rehabilitation, and Laboratory Medicine. He is a professor, lecturer, and reviewer for multiple publications and organizations.

Professor, specialist in pediatric endocrinology

Dr. Ada Kesler is a specialist in diagnostic radiology and ultrasound diagnosis. Forbes Magazine named her one of Israel’s Top Doctors in 2016. She performs advanced procedures, including high intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU), MRI-guided focused ultrasound, Doppler ultrasound, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).

Dr. Kesler has worked at leading medical institutions. She is a member of the American Society of Ultrasound, the European Society of Radiology, and the Israeli Medical Association. She is respected for her diagnostic accuracy and her work in ultrasound-guided treatments.

Prof. Rafael Bruck is a highly experienced gastroenterologist and hepatologist with 40+ years of experience. He specializes in the treatment of acute and chronic diseases of the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, pancreas, gastrointestinal cancer, and biliary duct and liver abnormalities. He is a member of several medical organizations, including the American Medical Association.

Dr. Bella Koifman is a highly experienced and qualified cardiologist, specializing in the study and treatment of various types of heart disorders. She has extensive experience in research and clinical practice, and is currently the Head of the Department of Echocardiography of the Department of Cardiology at Hospital Ichilov in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Dr. Lubezky Nir is a leading surgeon who specializes in liver transplant, liver resection, and esophageal resection. He is known for his leadership in surgical units and his strong skills in liver surgery.

Dr. Lubezky has a high success rate in complex liver procedures. He has helped improve liver transplantation and resection techniques. His work leads to better patient outcomes, and he plays an active role in setting surgical standards in his field.

• Education
• Faculty of Medicine: MD, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Ben-Gurion University.
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  Specialization
• Internal Medicine and Cardiology
• Additional education
• 2017-2018 Advanced training in electrophysiology at Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ichilov Hospital
• 2018-2020 - Electrophysiology Specialist at the New York University Medical Center, New York, USA.
• Clinical experience
• 2020 - Senior physician, cardiology department, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ichilov Hospital
• 2018-2020 - Electrophysiology Specialist at the New York University Medical Center, New York, USA.
• 2017-2018 - Specialization in Electrophysiology, Department of Interventional Cardiology, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ichilov Hospital
• 2013-2017 - Specialization in Cardiology, Department of Cardiology, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ichilov Hospital
• 2009-2013 Internship in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine H, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ichilov Hospital
• 2008-2009 Internship at the Tel Aviv Medical Center, Ichilov Hospital.
• Academic experience
• 2012-2018 - Supervision of final dissertations and fundamental sciences, teaching students of multidisciplinary courses at a boarding school and cardiology, tutoring students, Tel Aviv University.
• Attending conferences
• About 30 presentations at scientific conferences
• Professional publications
• About 40 professional publications. List of publications on the Pubmed website
• Trade union membership
• Member of the Israel Heart Association
• Heart Rhythm Society
• Areas of special interest and activities
• Arrhythmia
• Ablation of atrial fibrillation, SVT, VT
• Implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators

• Education
• 1992-1999 - Faculty of Medicine, Technion.
• Specialization
• 2000-2005 - Internship, Institute of Visualization, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov).
• Recognized experience
• Diagnostic radiology
• Subspecialization:
• 2005-2007 - Breast imaging, Mammography Institute, Tel Aviv Medical Center.
• Additional education
• 2008 - MRI of the mammary gland, internship at the Medical Center of the Curie Institute, Paris, France.
• 2012 - Training period in advanced breast imaging technologies at the Gustave Roussy Cancer Center, Villejuif, France.
• 2009,2011,2013 - Updated courses on breast visualization.
• Clinical experience
• 2013 - Director of the Mammography Department, Tel Aviv Medical Center.
• 2007 - Maccabi HMO Breast Imaging Consultant.
• 2005 - Senior Physician, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv.
• 2000-2005 - Internship, Institute of Visualization, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv.
• 1999-2000 - Internship, Sheba Medical Center.
• Academic experience
• 2010- Breast imaging training for medical students in clinical years, Department of Imaging, Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
• 2013 - Lecturer for surgical interns, School of Continuing Education, School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
• 2000-2005 - Lecturer in Visualization at the School of Radiography, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Bar-Ilan University.
• Trade union membership
• Israel Association of Radiologists
• Breast Imaging Department
• Israel Medical Association
• North American Society of Radiology.
• Areas of special interest and activities
• Breast biopsy and preoperative MRI-guided marking.
• Breast visualization in automated 3D ultrasound.
• Removal of breast lumps using non-invasive radiofrequency technology (BLES).
• Mammography with the introduction of a contrast agent.
• Molecular Breast Imaging, MBI (Molecular Breast Imaging)

• Education
• Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
• Specialization
• Pediatrics, Pediatric Endocrinology
• Recognized experience
• Specialist in pediatrics, specialist in pediatric endocrinology.
• Additional education
• 2002-2005 Internship in Pediatric Endocrinology, Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
• 2005-2006 Internship in Pediatric Neuroendocrinology, Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
• Clinical experience
• 1998-2001 Specialization in Pediatrics, Dana Children's Hospital, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv
• 2002 Senior pediatrician at Dana Children's Hospital, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv
• 2002-2005 - specialization in pediatric endocrinology, Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
• 2005-2006 Internship in Pediatric Neuroendocrinology, Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
• 2006-2008 Senior pediatric endocrinologist, Safra Children's Hospital, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer
• 2007 onwards Pediatric Endocrinologist, Maccabi Health Services
• Since 2008 Senior Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dana-Duak Children's Hospital, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv
• Since 2010 Director of the Endocrine and Juvenile Diabetes Clinic, Dana-Duak Children's Hospital, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv
• Since 2011 Director of the Department of Pediatric Neuroendocrinology, Dana-Duak Children's Hospital, Sourasky Medical Center, Tel Aviv
• Academic experience
• 2008-2013 Clinical Instructor, Department of Pediatrics, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
• 2013-2019 Lecturer in the Department of Pediatrics, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
• Since 2019, Senior Clinical Lecturer, Department of Pediatrics, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
• Attending conferences
• About 30 presentations at scientific conferences
• Professional publications
• About 30 professional publications
• Trade union membership
• Israel Medical Association
• Israel Association of Pediatric Endocrinology
• Israel Endocrinology Association
• Areas of special interest and activities
• Endocrinology and diabetes in children, neuroendocrinology

Dr. Ofir Chechik is a top orthopedic surgeon. He specializes in rotator cuff repair, shoulder replacement, forearm fracture surgery, and non-surgical treatments for habitual shoulder dislocation. He is known for his skill and advanced techniques in shoulder and upper limb surgery.

Dr. Chechik is the Deputy Director for Teaching and Research in the Orthopedics Division. He helps improve clinical practice and medical education. His leadership has led to better patient care and the training of new orthopedic specialists.

Dr. Ehud Rat is an experienced orthopedic surgeon with 25 years in clinical practice. He specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and minimally invasive orthopedic procedures. He completed advanced fellowship training in trauma, sports medicine, and shoulder surgery. His training took place at top institutions in Israel, the US, and the UK.

Dr. Rat is known for developing minimally invasive techniques that help patients recover faster and achieve better results. He has performed many successful surgeries, including rotator cuff repairs and shoulder replacements. Dr. Rat is a member of the Israel Orthopedic Association, the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, and several specialty societies.

• Education:
• Dr. Man received his medical degree in the United States.
• Specialization in the treatment of pulmonary diseases.
• Areas of specialization:
• Bronchial asthma of various origins
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Apnea
• Scientific activity:
• Dr. Abraham Man is engaged in scientific research and has publications in scientific journals.
• Membership in specialized organizations
• Israel Lung Association
• American Lung Association
• An international community of scientists studying pulmonary hypertension.

Education

Faculty of Medicine: Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University

Specialization

Institute of Oncology, Davydov Center, Beilinson Hospital

Recognized experience

Medical Oncology and Radiation Therapy

Additional education

Department of Radiation Therapy, Duke University Medical Center, USA

Clinical experience

• 2004-2005 - Internship at Beilinson Hospital.
• 2006-2012 - Internship in oncology, Institute of Oncology, Davydov Center, Beilinson Hospital.
• 2012-2017 - Senior Physician, Head of the Department of Radiosurgery and Radiation Therapy for Nerve Tumors, Institute of Oncology, Davydov Center, Beilinson Hospital.
• 2015-2016 - Advanced training in radiosurgery and radiation therapy of brain and cervical tumors, Department of Radiation Therapy, Duke University Medical Center, USA
• 2017 onwards - Director of the Radiation Service for Nervous System Tumors, Institute of Oncology, Tel Aviv Medical Center.

Attending conferences

About 15 professional publications

Trade union membership

• Israel Association of Oncology and Radiotherapy
• International Association of Neuro-Oncologists - SNO
• Israel Forum of Neuro-Oncology
• Israel Head and Neck Tumor Society

Areas of special interest and activities

Cerebral metastases and primary brain tumors, head and neck tumors, radiation therapy and radiosurgery

Coping with gastrointestinal and lung cancer without chemotherapy. Specialists at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Clinic (Ichilov) use an ultra-modern innovative method to combat neuroendocrine tumors. It is based on radionuclide therapy with the radioisotope Lutetium 177 (Lutetium-177). This innovation is a real breakthrough in oncotherapy, because in recent decades the number of cases of this type of cancer has been rapidly growing.

This method is completely new in the world. Today it exists only in Israel, Germany and Sweden.

Its essence is in the use of a new radiopharmaceutical - Lutetium 177 PRRT. The drug is administered intravenously at intervals of 7-8 weeks. With the help of Lutetium, cancer cells are destroyed selectively, without affecting healthy tissues of the body. That is, this method of treatment can literally be called "local radiation therapy". In addition, the drug does not have a toxic effect on the bone marrow and kidneys, destroying the tumor from the inside.

In addition, the use of this method allows patients to avoid severe side effects of chemotherapy, such as vomiting, nausea, pain, alopecia, weakness. It is also important that the treatment is carried out by a special group of medical specialists. Among them: leading doctors, nurses and medical physicists!

All of them work under the supervision of Dr. Inna Ospovat, a leading specialist in the nuclear therapy department at the Ichilov Clinic.

Education

2000-1994 Faculty of Medicine in Vitebsk, Belarus.

Specialization

2003 - 2011 - specialization in oncology and radiation therapy at the Hadassah University Hospital in Jerusalem.

Recognized experience

Oncology and radiation therapy

Additional education

2015 - PMH University Hospital (Totonto) Childhood irradiation and head and neck tumors

Attending conferences

About 10 presentations at medical conferences

Trade union membership

• Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Radiotherapy ISCORT
• American Association of Radiation Therapy ASTRO
• Israel Head and Neck Oncology Association
• Areas of special interest and activities
• Radiation therapy in children
• Radiobiological treatment PRBT
• Radiation therapy for gastrointestinal tumors
• Treatment of head and neck tumors and skin tumors

Dr. Igor Sukhotnik is a Senior Pediatric Surgeon at Dana Dweck Children’s Hospital, Ichilov Medical Center. He has 29 years of clinical experience. He is known for his advanced skills in pediatric surgery. Dr. Sukhotnik has also worked as a visiting professor at Tel Aviv University.

He graduated from Chernivtsi Medical University in Ukraine. He has held academic roles, including Associate Professor at the Israel Institute of Technology. Dr. Sukhotnik is accredited by the Israeli Medical Association and the American College of Surgeons. He is also an active member of several leading pediatric and surgical associations worldwide.