Page 3 - Best oncologists in Israel: TOP 112 doctors

Fellowship-trained at MD Anderson Cancer Center – Dr. Rabin pioneers MRI-guided ultrasound tumor ablation at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Specializes in gynecologic oncology and radiotherapy
• Leads research on molecular response to radiation therapy
• Member of ASTRO and ISCORT oncology societies
• Recognized as 'Best Hospital Employee' for clinical excellence

Director of Radiation Service for Nervous System Tumors at Tel Aviv Medical Center – specializes in radiosurgery and radiation therapy for brain tumors.

• Trained in advanced radiation therapy at Duke University Medical Center
• 22 years of experience of experience focusing on brain and nerve tumors
• Member of the International Association of Neuro-Oncologists
• Specializes in treating cerebral metastases and primary brain tumors

Dr. Auala Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center – specializing in complex digestive cancers with 36 years of experience of experience.

• Board-certified in both oncology and radiotherapy
• Specializes in proton-beam therapy and immunotherapy for GI cancers
• Member of Israel Society of Clinical Oncology and Cancer Association
• Fluent in English and Hebrew for international patients

Director of Surgical Residency at Hadassah Medical Center, Dr. Pikarsky trains future surgeons in complex colorectal procedures.

• 39 years of experience of experience in surgery and colorectal specialties
• Senior lecturer in surgery at Hebrew University since 2005
• Board-certified in general surgery with subspecialty in colorectal surgery
• Active member of multiple respected surgical associations

Prof. Dr. Reuven Or is a leading hematologist and bone marrow transplant specialist at Hadassah Medical Center, awarded the Menachem Begin Prize for his contributions.

• of experience in hematology and bone marrow transplantation
• Head of Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation at Hadassah
• Medical Director of Israel's National Blood Bank
• Published multiple articles in medical journals

Dr. Eytan Aharon Ben‑Ami, MD, is a Senior Physician in the Sarcoma and Bone Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center. He heads the Oncology Division and the Early-Phase Clinical Trials Unit. He founded the Sheba Clinical Research Organization. He is an academic affiliate at Tel Aviv University.

He specializes in sarcomas and primary bone tumors, including soft tissue sarcoma, liposarcoma, leiomyosarcoma, and osteosarcoma. He leads Phase I trials in targeted therapy and immunotherapy. He designs personalized treatment plans for rare cancers. He also develops patient-centered programs, including pilots in advanced immunotherapy delivery.

He completed a fellowship in Sarcoma and Bone Oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Cancer Center. He has authored more than 40 publications on early detection, molecular and viral mechanisms, and new cancer therapies.

Professor Raanan Berger, MD PhD, is a medical oncologist and radiotherapist. He is Director of the Cancer Center at Sheba Medical Center and heads its clinical research unit. He was listed in Forbes Israel’s “Best Doctors” (2025). He leads the genitourinary oncology program with a focus on prostate cancer. His care includes systemic therapy and radiotherapy in a multidisciplinary, patient-centered model.

He is board-certified in oncology. He earned his MD and PhD at Tel Aviv University and completed his clinical training at Sheba. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Dana-Farber/Harvard, focusing on prostate cancer with Dr. Philip Kantoff and molecular oncology in Dr. William C. Hahn’s lab. He is a member of ESMO and ASCO. He has co-authored more than 20 peer-reviewed papers, including studies on outcomes in high- versus very high-risk prostate cancer and on BRCA1/2 in large cohorts.

Dr. Nir Kleinmann, MD, directs the Endourology and Kidney Stones Unit at Sheba Medical Center. He is an expert in minimally invasive urology and urologic oncology. His focus is the kidney and upper urinary tract. He was named among Israel’s Best Doctors for 2025–2026 by Forbes and ResultMed.

He is a pioneer of kidney‑sparing laser surgery. He uses a dual‑laser system with neodymium and holmium for complex tumors. His expertise includes UTUC, kidney and prostate cancer, kidney stones, and BPH.

His research includes the OLYMPUS trial on chemoablation for UTUC. He has more than 60 publications.

He is an Israeli board‑certified urologist. He is a Fellow of the American Endourology Society and a member of the Israeli Urological Association and the EAU. He completed fellowships in Endourology and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University. He also completed a fellowship in Kidney Cancer Research at McMaster University.

Dr. Yaacov Lawrence, MA, MBBS, MRCP, is Chair of Radiation Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. He has nearly 30 years of experience in precision radiation oncology and neuro-oncology.

He is an expert in advanced radiation therapy and radiosurgery. He performs stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors. He leads Sheba’s GI Cancer Program in gastrointestinal oncology. He also provides precision care for lung and prostate cancers. He pioneered celiac plexus radiosurgery for severe pain from pancreatic cancer.

Training and credentials: MA and MBBS (Cambridge and UCLH); MRCP (RCP); Radiation Oncology fellowship (Thomas Jefferson University). Honors include the ASCO Young Investigator Award and Fellow of ASTRO (FASTRO). He has authored over 280 publications. He is Director of the Center for Translational Radiation Oncology and an Associate Professor at Tel Aviv University.

Dr. Zohar Dotan is Head of the Urology Department at Sheba Medical Center. He is a leading uro-oncologist and a pioneer of robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery in Israel.

He has authored more than 50 scientific publications. He is a regular speaker at international conferences. He has received awards from the American Association of Clinical Surgery, including recognition for research in prostate cancer treatment.

Leadership and credentials: Head of the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society. Assistant Professor at Tel Aviv University. Member of the Israeli, American, and European Urological Associations. Training: MD from Tel Aviv University and a PhD in Genetics. Urology residency at Sheba Medical Center. Fellowship in uro-oncology and laparoscopic surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering, New York.

Leading researcher in BRCA-related breast cancer – Dr. Kaduri specializes in genetic mutations at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Conducted groundbreaking research at The Royal Marsden Hospital
• Published on Oncotype Dx in BRCA1/2 carriers
• Awarded the Cancer Genetics Research Foundation Award
• Member of the Israeli Society of Clinical Oncology

Professor Gilad Ben Baruch specializes in oncogynecology at Assuta Medical Center, focusing on women's cancers with advanced surgical techniques.

• Specialized in oncogynecology – dedicated to gynecologic cancer treatment
• Expert in complex cases including cervical and ovarian cancers
• Professorship reflects high-level expertise and academic leadership
• Performs advanced oncogynecological surgeries like trachelectomy

Specializes in precision radiotherapy at Assuta Medical Center – a leading oncology facility in Israel.

• Focuses on targeted radiation therapy for multiple cancer types
• Uses advanced imaging for accurate tumor targeting
• Part of a multidisciplinary oncology team at Assuta
• Works with cutting-edge radiotherapy technologies

Dr. Gutman specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on gastrointestinal and breast cancers at Assuta Medical Center.

• Experienced in complex cases including pancreatic and stomach cancer
• Works at Israel's premier private hospital for oncology
• Provides personalized treatment plans for each patient
• Focuses on surgical solutions for gastrointestinal cancers

Specializes in advanced thyroid cancer and head & neck tumors with personalized biological therapy at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Director of Oncology at Hadassah – one of Israel's top cancer centers
• Fellowship-trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering in radiosurgery techniques
• 23 years of experience focused on head & neck oncology and radiotherapy
• Former Head of Head & Neck Oncology at Davidoff Cancer Center

Specialist in minimally invasive gynecologic oncology – Dr. Cohen performs advanced endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures at Assuta Medical Center.

• Focuses on ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancer treatments
• Uses techniques that reduce recovery time and complications
• Performs trachelectomy and hysterectomy with minimally invasive approaches
• Works at Israel's leading private cancer treatment facility

Head of Breast Surgery at Assuta Medical Center – Moshe Papa leads a specialized team for breast cancer care.

• experience as a mammologist
• Specialized in mastectomy and lumpectomy procedures
• Works at one of Israel's leading medical centers
• Focused on surgical precision and patient-centered care

Dual-trained in oncology and radiology – Dr. Zhevelyuk combines expertise for precise breast cancer care at Assuta Medical Center.

• Specializes in personalized chemotherapy treatments
• Focuses on comprehensive breast cancer diagnosis and therapy
• Practices at one of Israel's top medical centers

Dr. Raphael Pfeffer is a dual-specialist in oncology and radiology, uniquely qualified for integrated lung cancer treatment.

• Specializes in planning and delivering precise radiotherapy
• Offers personalized treatment plans for throat and colorectal cancers
• Practices at Assuta Medical Center – a top Israeli hospital