Best Rectal cancer doctors in Israel: TOP 16 doctors

Dr. Auala Hubert leads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Center at Hadassah Medical Center with 33 years focused on oncology and radiotherapy.

• Specializes in Medical Oncology & Radiotherapy
• Head of Gastrointestinal Cancer Center
• Board-certified in Oncology & Radiotherapy
• Member of Israel Society of Clinical Oncology
• Educated at Hebrew University and Hadassah University Hospital

Dr. Alon Pikarsky brings over 25 years of surgical expertise to rectal cancer treatment at Hadassah Medical Center.

• Specializes in colorectal surgery with extensive academic and clinical roles
• Board-certified in general surgery since 1998
• Director of surgical residency programs since 2000
• Senior lecturer in surgery since 2005

Professor Merimsky leads the bone and soft tissue tumor department at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in tailored oncology treatments.

• Over 25 years of experience in oncology
• Fellowship-trained in Paris for bone and soft tissue tumors
• Active member of ASCO and ESMO
• Published numerous scientific papers on oncology
• Chairs the Israeli Society for Clinical Oncology

Dr. Sharon Peles leads the digestive tract tumors institute at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in systemic treatments for rectal cancer.

• Director of the Institute of Tumors of the Digestive System
• Trained in gastrointestinal oncology at Royal Marsden Hospital in London
• Focuses on integrative approaches and innovative therapies
• Member of Israeli Association of Oncology and Radiology
• Lecturer at Tel Aviv University and author of scientific publications

Leads the Medical Oncology Division at Sourasky Medical Center, a major Israeli hospital. He brings specialized experience from treating complex cancer cases.

• Board-certified in both oncology and internal medicine
• Treats a wide range of gastrointestinal cancers
• Utilizes the latest evidence-based systemic therapies
• Skilled in managing complex treatment regimens and side effects
• Trained at Ben Gurion University of the Negev

Considered one of Israel's top Whipple surgeons – a complex cancer surgery – and Chairman of Surgery at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Over 45 years of experience in gastrointestinal surgery
• Specialist in colorectal and pancreatic cancer procedures
• Leads the surgical department at a major university hospital

Heads the Colorectal Surgery Department at Israel's Sourasky Medical Center – a senior authority focused exclusively on abdominal cancers.

• Over 20 years of experience in abdominal surgery
• Expert in minimally invasive and open surgery techniques
• Highly skilled in performing the complex Whipple procedure
• Specializes in surgeries for cancers of the colon and rectum

Dr. Tulchinsky is a specialist in colorectal cancer surgery at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). She is the Director of The Colon and Rectum Surgery Unit.

• Extensive experience with minimally invasive laparoscopic bowel resections
• Specializes in restorative surgery for rectal cancer and familial polyposis
• Leads one of Israel's top colorectal surgery and proctology units

Director of Oncology Hospitalization at Tel Aviv's Sourasky Medical Center – a senior oncologist leading patient care.

• Specialist in internal medicine and oncology with over 20 years of experience
• Primary researcher in key phase 1-3 oncology clinical trials
• Uses insights from advanced research for patient treatment plans
• Completes all training and clinical work at leading Israeli hospitals

Dr. Beny leads the Gastrointestinal Malignant Service at Rambam Medical Center, focusing specifically on cancers of the digestive tract.

• Senior physician with over 20 years of experience in medical and radiation oncology
• Runs a dedicated gastro-intestinal oncology clinic for targeted care
• Board-certified in Israel with European Community medical qualifications
• Completed advanced training courses, including an ESTRO course in modern brachytherapy

Dr. Khaikin performs complex laparoscopic surgery for rectal cancer without opening the abdomen, an approach that typically supports faster recovery. He completed his specialty training at the renowned Cleveland Clinic in the USA.

• Senior surgeon in colorectal surgery at Sheba Medical Center
• Fellowship-trained in Colorectal Surgery – ACGME accredited, Cleveland Clinic Florida
• Specialist in colorectal surgery, proctology, and laparoscopic gastrointestinal procedures
• Member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS)
• Member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Professor Rafael Katan leads the Oncology Center at Sheba Medical Center, bringing deep expertise in cancer care.

• Head of the Oncology Center with extensive leadership experience
• Specializes in advanced cancer treatment protocols
• Focuses on personalized patient-centered care

Deputy Head of the Department of Oncology at Rambam Medical Center, specializing in rectal cancer.

• Extensive experience in oncology
• Leadership role in a major medical center
• Focuses on personalized treatment approaches

Dr. Zalmanova specializes in radiotherapy for rectal cancer at Assuta Medical Center.

• Radiotherapist with a focus on rectal cancer treatment
• Works at Assuta Medical Center, a leading oncology facility
• Dedicated to personalized treatment plans for each patient

He leads the Department of Surgery at Hadassah Medical Center, focusing exclusively on colorectal cancer and skin malignancies.

• Specializes in treating colorectal cancer
• Heads the Department of Surgery at Hadassah Medical Center
• Focuses his clinical practice on colorectal and skin cancers