Treatment in Jerusalem (Israel)

Dr. Reuven Or heads the Department of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a prominent specialist in immunotherapy and cell therapy. He previously served as Medical Director of the Israeli National Blood Bank. Dr. Or earned his medical degree from the University of Milan.

• Directs the Hadassah Public Bone Marrow Registry.
• Awarded the Menachem Begin Prize for his contributions to medicine.
• Completed post-doctoral immunology research at Colorado Medical University.
• Holds an associate professorship at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Dr. Josh Shreder is an Associate Professor and spine surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He excels in robotic spine surgery for adults and children. Dr. Shreder previously served as an attending spine surgeon at Bronx Hospital in New York. He specializes in treating complex spinal deformities, tumors, and traumatic injuries.

• Uses robotic systems to perform precise operations for spinal column restoration.
• Treats intervertebral hernias and pediatric spinal conditions.
• Teaches at the University of Jerusalem and Cornell Weill University.
• Practices at Hadassah, a Newsweek-ranked world’s best smart hospital.

Dr. Auala Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a senior oncologist and radiotherapist specializing in digestive system malignancies. He graduated from Hadassah University Hospital in Jerusalem. Dr. Hubert has over 30 years of clinical experience in radiotherapy and oncology.

• Head of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah.
• Treats complex conditions including pancreatic, colon, and liver cancers.
• Qualified in both medical oncology and radiotherapy.
• Member of the Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Israel Cancer Association.

Dr. Gal Goldstein is the Head of Pediatric Oncology at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem. He specializes in treating complex childhood cancers and blood disorders. Forbes Israel named him among the country's best doctors. He has managed pediatric cases and haploidentical bone marrow transplants for over two decades.

• Focuses on retinoblastoma treatment and precision medicine for pediatric patients.
• Performs allogenic bone marrow transplants and specialized pediatric biopsies.
• Member of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology (SIOP).
• Works at Hadassah Medical Center, ranked as a top smart hospital by Newsweek.

Dr. Alon Pikarsky is a surgical oncologist and gastrointestinal surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He directs the Residency Program in the Department of Surgery. Dr. Pikarsky specializes in colorectal surgery and complex bowel resections. He works at a university hospital ranked by Newsweek among the world’s best medical centers.

• Performs gastrointestinal procedures using the Da Vinci robotic system.
• Director of the Medical Students Program at Hadassah.
• Board certified in general surgery by the Israel Ministry of Health.
• Treats colorectal conditions, esophageal cancer, and inguinal hernias.

Dr. Vladimir Goldman is an orthopedic surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in limb lengthening and reconstructive operations for children and adults. Dr. Goldman trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. This facility is a top-ranked orthopedic hospital in the United States. He earned an honorary badge for his achievements in correcting limb deformities.

• Uses the Ilizarov method to treat complex bone defects and limb length differences.
• Treats congenital foot deformities and clubfoot using the non-surgical Ponseti method.
• Performs joint-preserving surgery for ankle arthritis and hip osteotomies.
• Expert in orthopedic care for cerebral palsy and neuromuscular disorders.

RESEARCH ACTIVITY

1998–2000 — Conducted research on the genesis of cancer at The Royal Marsden Hospital (England).

PUBLICATIONS

Authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals. Selected topics include:

Oncotype Dx Recurrence Score in BRCA1/2 germline mutation carriers with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

TP53 missense mutation recurrence in cancer patients of Arab descent.

Adjuvant autologous vaccine for stage III microscopic melanoma: biomarker survival and enhanced response to CTLA-4 blockade.

Prognostic significance of (R)CA15-3 assay in primary breast cancer.

Diagnostic and prognostic value of comparative thymidine kinase 1 (TK1) activity assays in breast cancer patient serum.

Complete remission in a BRCA2 mutation carrier with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma treated with cisplatin.

Autologous vaccine-induced antitumor and self-reactive immune responses in melanoma: impact on patient survival and dependence on MHC class II expression.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Israeli Society of Clinical Oncology

Israel Medical Association

AWARDS & GRANTS

Cancer Genetics Research Foundation Award

Landau Prize

Judith Segal Memorial Award

Core Specializations

Oncology:

Head and neck tumors

Thyroid cancer

Personalized biological and immunotherapy

Treatment of recurrent cancer and spinal metastases

Radiotherapy

Education

1998 — Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at the Hebrew University (Jerusalem, Israel).
2016 — Six-month advanced training course in radiosurgery with a special focus on modern methods of focused radiotherapy for spinal and malignant thyroid tumors at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (New York, USA).

Professional Experience

1998–1999 — Internship at Hadassah University Hospital (Jerusalem, Israel).
1999–2005 — Specialization in the Department of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery at Rabin Medical Center (Petah Tikva, Israel).
2005–2009 — Specialization in oncology and radiotherapy at the Davidoff Cancer Center (Rabin Medical Center).
2006–2008 — Fellowship at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, USA) in multidisciplinary cancer treatment.
2008 — Fellowship in head and neck tumor brachytherapy at Beth Israel Medical Center (New York, USA).
2009–2012 — Head of the Head and Neck Oncology Clinic at the Davidoff Cancer Center.
2013–2019 — Chief of the Head and Neck Oncology Division and Deputy Head of the Radiotherapy Department at the Davidoff Cancer Center.
Since 2019 — Director of the Oncology Department and Sharett Cancer Institute at Hadassah University Hospital.

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. Rifaat Safadi heads the liver disease unit at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in treating cirrhosis, liver cancer, and complex gastrointestinal conditions. He completed a fellowship at the Sinai School of Medicine in New York. Dr. Safadi sits on the editorial board of Clinical Science journal.

• Winner of the Hadassah Prize for research in liver fibrosis.
• Treats patients at Hadassah Medical Center, ranked among the world’s best hospitals.
• Member of several international associations for the study of the liver.
• Performs liver resections and radioembolization for liver cancer.

The doctor is an Interventional Cardiologist specializing in Valvular Heart Disease at Hadassah Medical Center. The clinical focus includes expertise in Mitral Valve procedures, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), Myocardial Infarction management, and Coronary Angiography. The doctor is recognized for advanced skills in treating complex cardiac conditions, particularly those involving the heart valves and coronary arteries.

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.