Doctors in Jerusalem, Israel — Page 2

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 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. Andrew Kaye is a neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in brain tumors, skull base surgery, and pituitary tumor removal. Dr. Kaye previously served as Head of Neurosurgery at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. He has earned the Medal of Honor from the International Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.

• Trained at Oxford University, the Cleveland Clinic, and Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne.
• Treats complex conditions like cerebral aneurysms, acoustic neuromas, and hydrocephalus.
• Performs specialized procedures including Gamma Knife, CyberKnife, and transnasal tumor resection.
• Winner of the Ronald Bittner Award from the American Association of Neurosurgeons.

Dr. Alexander Margulis heads the Plastic Surgery Department at Hadassah Medical Center. He is a specialist in both adult and pediatric reconstructive procedures. He completed his training in pediatric plastic surgery at Chicago’s Children’s Memorial Hospital. Dr. Margulis excels in complex facial bone and ear reconstruction following severe injuries.

• Leads the Children's Plastic Surgery Unit at Hadassah Medical Center.
• Treats pediatric conditions like cleft palate, hare lip, and giant nevi.
• Expert in rhinoplasty and aesthetic ear surgery.
• Member of the International Association of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Jose Cohen is a neurosurgeon at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. He specializes in treating brain tumors, cerebral artery aneurysms, and arteriovenous malformations. Dr. Cohen performs complex procedures including brain tumor removal and brain aneurysm repair. He works at a university hospital ranked among the world’s best by Newsweek.

• Awarded the Healthcare Manpower Development Plan prize in 2017.
• Maintains membership in the American College of Cardiology and Academy of Medicine Singapore.
• Qualified with an MBBS from the University of London and MRCP in the UK.
• Treats patients at an institution recognized with a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.

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. Irina Zaidman is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. She treats childhood cancers and blood disorders like aplastic anemia. Dr. Zaidman completed a specialized fellowship in bone marrow transplantation at Canada's Hospital for Sick Children.

• Serves as a board member of the Israeli Pediatric Hemato-Oncology Society.
• Specially trained in allogenic bone marrow transplants from related and unrelated donors.
• Is a member of both the European and American bone marrow transplant societies.
• Practices at Newsweek-ranked Hadassah Medical Center, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee.

The doctor is a highly experienced medical professional with over 20 years of experience at the Hadassah Medical Center. Graduating from the Faculty of Medicine of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in 1996, the doctor specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders. The doctor is proficient in English, Hebrew, and Russian, enhancing communication with a diverse patient population.

The doctor is a board-certified expert in Obstetrics and Gynecology, practicing at the Hadassah Medical Center. Specializing in managing all aspects of women's health, the doctor is known for providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients.

With 20 years of practice, the doctor specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology, focusing on rare blood cancer diseases. She has performed over 3,500 bone marrow transplants, earning a reputation among patients as the one who "transplants life."

Her expertise and dedication have been recognized by Forbes, which named her one of the best doctors in 2018.

Dr. Vadim Kapuller is a senior pediatric surgeon at Hadassah Medical Center. He specializes in neonatal and minimally invasive surgery for children. Dr. Kapuller focuses on treating newborns and performs medical circumcisions. He works at Hadassah, a hospital ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

• Expert in neonatal surgery and minimally invasive pediatric procedures.
• Author of 17 scientific articles and a textbook chapter on laparoscopy.
• Member of the European Association of Pediatric Surgeons.
• Treats conditions such as umbilical hernias at a Nobel Peace Prize-nominated center.

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. 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. Daniel Bitran has performed over 10,000 successful cardiac operations during his career. He is the founder and head of cardiothoracic surgery at Shaare Zedek Medical Center. Dr. Bitran specializes in prosthetic heart valves and coronary artery reconstruction. He previously led the cardiac surgery department at St. Vincent Hospital in the United States.

• Trained at Harvard University Medical Center and Hadassah Medical Center.
• Expert in open-heart surgery and reconstructive coronary procedures.
• Member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
• Fellow of the European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons.