Best Doctors in Jerusalem, Israel — TOP 36

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.

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. 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. 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. 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.

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. Dina Ben-Yehuda heads the Hematology Department at Hadassah Medical Center. She was the first woman to serve as Dean of Hadassah School of Medicine. Dr. Ben-Yehuda specializes in molecular diagnostics and treatment for malignant blood diseases. She completed her postgraduate training at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York.

• Performs bone marrow transplants and gene therapy for leukemia and lymphoma patients.
• Received the Healing with the Heart Award from the Danielle Sonnenfeld Foundation.
• Was the first female soldier to receive the Israeli Chief of Staff Award.
• Is a member of the International Society of Hematology and the Israel Society of Oncology.

Dr. Jacob Peer is a cardiothoracic specialist at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Centre. He specializes in lung cancer surgery and mediastinal pathology. Dr. Peer completed a fellowship in thoracoscopic lung surgery at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. He has published over 20 scientific articles on surgical techniques for lung diseases.

• Served as Chief of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center.
• Was the Head of the Thoracic Surgery Unit at Edith Wolfson Medical Center.
• Maintains senior surgeon roles at both Assaf Harofeh and Ichilov Medical Centers.
• Practices at Hadassah Medical Center, a facility ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

Dr. Aleksandr Lipey-Diamant heads the aortic surgery unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is a cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in heart valve correction and aortic aneurysm surgery. Dr. Lipey-Diamant graduated with honors from the cardiothoracic residency at Beilinson Hospital. He now treats complex heart conditions at the Newsweek-ranked Hadassah Medical Center.

• Completed clinical training at Marie Lannelongue Medical Center in Paris.
• Performs heart valve replacement, bypass surgery, and congenital defect correction.
• Trained in heart valve correction across Austria, Belgium, and Lithuania.
• Treats aortic valve insufficiency, arrhythmia, and mitral valve prolapse.

Dr. Dimitrios Karussis is a neurologist at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in neuroimmunology and bone marrow transplantation for neurological disorders. Dr. Karussis leads the multi-disciplinary Multiple Sclerosis Clinic and Center. He also directs the EAE Laboratory within the neurology department.

• Holds board certifications in neurology in Israel, Greece, and the European Union.
• Sits on the European Steering Committee for Bone Marrow Transplantation in multiple sclerosis.
• Treats complex conditions including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and multiple sclerosis.
• Practices at Newsweek-ranked Hadassah Medical Center, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee.

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. 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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. 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.