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Dr. Nesher Nachum is a cardiothoracic surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center in Israel. He is the chief commander of medical forces in the Israeli army. Dr. Nachum holds a Medal of Honor for his commitment to humanitarian service. He gained surgical training in Canada and specializes in complex heart procedures.

• Chief commander of medical forces in the Israeli army.
• Winner of the Medal of Honor in Israel for volunteer service.
• Expert in cardiac and thoracic surgery with training from Canada.
• Works at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

The doctor is a Neurologist and Movement Disorder Specialist at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. Specializing in neurology, the doctor provides key insights and expertise in the field, contributing significantly to the Medical & Health Department. The doctor is part of a dedicated neurology team at a well-established institution, which has been serving the community since 1985.

Dr. Uri Eal is the Director of the Department of Pediatric Neuroendocrinology at Dana-Duak Children's Hospital. He specializes in juvenile diabetes and endocrine disorders. Dr. Eal completed two internships at the Children's Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. He works at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world’s top hospitals by Newsweek.

• Directs the Endocrine and Juvenile Diabetes Clinic at Dana-Duak Children's Hospital.
• Authored 30 professional publications and presented at 30 scientific conferences.
• Serves as a Senior Clinical Lecturer at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine.
• Treats complex conditions like adrenal adenoma, thyroid disease, and type 2 diabetes.

The doctor is the Deputy Director for Teaching and Research in the Orthopedics Division, contributing significantly to the advancement of orthopedic practices and education. The doctor is dedicated to patient care and professional development within the orthopedic specialty.

Dr. Ehud Rat is an orthopedist at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He specializes in shoulder replacement and rotator cuff repair surgery. Dr. Rat completed an AO trauma fellowship at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. He also held a sports medicine fellowship at Tufts University in Boston.

• Specializes in minimally invasive techniques for shoulder and forearm surgery.
• Treats habitual shoulder dislocation using both surgical and conservative methods.
• Member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
• Works at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world’s top hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Ehud Horin is a senior cardiologist and electrophysiology specialist at Tel Aviv Medical Center. He completed his training at New York University Medical Center and Tel Aviv University. Dr. Horin focuses on heart rhythm disorders, radiofrequency ablation, and device implantation. He works at the JCI-accredited Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world’s top hospitals by Newsweek.

• Specializes in treating complex arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation and tachycardia.
• Performs radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping and endovenous procedures.
• Expert in pacemakers, defibrillators, and covered stent placement.
• Authored over 40 publications and presented at 30 scientific conferences.
• Member of the Israel Heart Association and the Heart Rhythm Society.

Dr. Avraam Man is a pulmonologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Israel. He earned his medical degree in the United States. Dr. Man specializes in bronchial asthma, COPD, and pulmonary hypertension. He works at a hospital ranked among the world's top 10 for medical tourism by Newsweek.

• Treats complex respiratory conditions including apnea and various forms of pneumonia.
• Maintains membership in the Israel Lung Association and the American Lung Association.
• Participates in an international scientific community focused on pulmonary hypertension research.
• Publishes original research findings in recognized scientific journals.

The doctor specializes in orthopaedics, sports medicine, and joint replacement. With a clinical focus at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, the doctor is recognized for expertise in managing complex joint replacement surgeries and advancing sports medicine techniques. The doctor is based in Tel Aviv District, Israel, contributing significantly to the field through both clinical practice and research.

Dr. Ophir Hendzel is an ENT specialist at Sourasky Medical Center in Israel. He focuses on cochlear implantation and complex neuro-otological surgeries. Dr. Hendzel completed specialized training at Harvard Medical School and the House Ear Institute in the US. He treats hearing loss and performed skull base procedures.

• Board certified with the Cochlear Implant Unit at Sourasky Medical Center.
• Completed fellowships in lateral skull base and temporal bone surgery at Saint Louis University.
• Member of the International Otological Society and the Israeli Society of Otolaryngology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the Top 10 clinics globally by Newsweek.

Dr. Livia Kapusta is a pediatric cardiologist at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv. She specializes in managing congenital cardiac conditions in children and infants. Dr. Kapusta earned medical qualifications from Tel Aviv University and Radboud University Nijmegen. She works at Israel's largest multidisciplinary hospital, ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.

• Treats complex defects like Patent Foramen Ovale and Tetralogy of Fallot.
• Performs specialized interventions including PDA closure and balloon atrial septostomy.
• Manages arrhythmias with radiofrequency ablation therapy and pacemaker placement.
• Conducts intracardiac electrophysiology studies and intravascular ultrasound.

The doctor is a highly skilled plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Specializing in facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation, and body contouring, the doctor has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. The doctor is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The doctor has been recognized for innovative techniques in minimally invasive surgery and has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Itzhak Fried is a neurosurgeon at Sourasky Medical Center specializing in epilepsy and functional brain mapping. He graduated from Stanford University and completed his surgical training at Yale University. Dr. Fried holds a dual role as a scientist and professor at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine.

• Performs brain surgery for children and adults with epilepsy and vascular malformations.
• Uses Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and stereotactic radiosurgery for movement disorders.
• Developed innovative methods to recover speech and memory functions after seizures.
• Practices at Ichilov, a Newsweek-ranked hospital among the top 10 for medical tourism.

Dr. Igor Suhotnik is a senior pediatric surgeon at Dana Dweck Children's Hospital in Israel. He treats complex childhood conditions including anal atresia and liver hemangioma. Dr. Suhotnik serves as a visiting professor at Tel Aviv University. He practices at Sourasky Medical Center, ranked among the world's top hospitals by Newsweek.

• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
• Performs specialized procedures like bowel resection, ERCP, and hiatal hernia repair.
• Member of the European Association of Pediatric Surgeons.
• Former Associate Professor at the Israel Institute of Technology.

The doctor is a distinguished oncologist with extensive experience in cancer treatment and research. Specializing in innovative therapies, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in oncology, focusing on personalized medicine and targeted treatments. With numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, the doctor is recognized for groundbreaking work in cancer genomics and immunotherapy. The doctor is affiliated with leading medical institutions and is actively involved in clinical trials, enhancing treatment protocols and patient outcomes.

The doctor specializes in a wide range of orthopedic surgeries, including limb prosthetics, tibie osteotomy with reconstruction, Bankart repair, MAKOplasty, hip replacement, MAKOplasty total hip replacement, ALMIS - minimal invasive hip arthroplasty, and hip arthroscopy.

Recognized by Forbes as one of the best orthopedists in Israel for 2021.

Dr. Inna Ospovat is a leading specialist in nuclear therapy at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov). She uses Lutetium-177 radionuclide therapy to treat neuroendocrine tumors. This selective method destroys cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. Dr. Ospovat trained in oncology and radiation therapy at Hadassah University Hospital.

• Specializes in radiation therapy for gastrointestinal, head, neck, and skin tumors.
• Expert in pediatric irradiation and childhood tumor treatment.
• Member of the American Association of Radiation Therapy (ASTRO).
• Practices at Ichilov, ranked among the Top 10 clinics globally by Newsweek.

Dr. Pazit Beckerman is a nephrologist with over 24 years of clinical practice in Israel. She specializes in chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury (AKI), hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, hypertension-related kidney disease, glomerular diseases and proteinuria, electrolyte disorders, and kidney involvement in systemic diseases.

She served as Acting Director in 2020, Deputy Director from 2018 to 2020, and Senior Physician in the Department of Nephrology at Sheba Medical Center. She also heads the Israeli Dialysis Registry.

Education and training: MD, Hebrew University–Hadassah. Nephrology residency, Hadassah. Fellowship in nephrology, Sheba Medical Center. Biomedical Computational Studies, Bar-Ilan University. Postdoctoral fellowship, University of Pennsylvania.

Her research focuses on AKI, immune-related kidney complications, and chronic kidney disease. She has authored many publications. She is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and a board member of the Israeli Society of Nephrology and Hypertension.

Dr. Ram (Rami) Palti is an orthopedic hand and upper limb surgeon. He has over 20 years of experience at the Hand Surgery Unit of Sheba Medical Center. He focuses on reconstructive surgery for congenital hand anomalies and deformity correction. He also performs complex microsurgery, nerve repair, and tendon reconstruction.

He earned his MD from Tel Aviv University. He completed an orthopedic residency at Sheba Medical Center. He completed fellowships in Upper Extremity Surgery at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases and in Hand, Elbow and Peripheral Nerve Surgery at Royal North Shore Hospital. He also received advanced training in congenital upper limb surgery at Westmead Children’s Hospital.

He is a certified medical expert for the Israeli National Insurance Institute. He consults for the Israeli Ministry of Defense Rehabilitation Department and advises legal and government bodies. His practice emphasizes precise microsurgery with functional rehabilitation.

Dr. Boaz Liberman, MD, is an orthopedic oncologist and sarcoma surgeon for adults and children. He directs the Orthopedic Oncology Unit and serves as Vice Head of Orthopedic Surgery at Sheba Medical Center. His focus is limb-sparing cancer surgery with functional reconstruction. He performs complex joint reconstruction, revision arthroplasty, MRgFUS, and reconstruction after bone metastases.

Education and training: MD, Tel Aviv University. Orthopedic surgery residency, Sheba Medical Center. Fellowships in Adult Reconstruction at Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, and in Orthopedic Oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. He is board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery and in Orthopedic Oncology Surgery. He is a Clinical Instructor at Tel Aviv University. Memberships include the Israel Medical Association, Israel Orthopedic Association, AATB, and EATB. He also serves on national advisory committees. His research covers bone and soft tissue sarcomas, serum markers, imaging-guided therapies, MRI arthrography, and the biomechanics of bone treated with MRgFUS.