Consultation with creation of treatment plan Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Dvora Blumental leads the neuro-oncology service at Sourasky Medical Center. She specializes in creating treatment plans for complex brain and spinal cord tumors.

• Completed a neuro-oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York
• Directed the neuro-oncology service at the Huntsman Cancer Institute in Utah
• Expert in managing oncology cases involving the central nervous system
• Experienced in coordinating multi-disciplinary care within the Oncology Institute

Dr. Levi Yehuda specializes in cardiovascular disease at Sourasky Medical Center. He provides a consultation with creation of treatment plan for complex heart rhythm and valve issues.

• Member of the European Union of Cardiologists and the American Heart Association
• Performs heart valve transplantation and pacemaker installation
• Treats coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, and various forms of arrhythmia
• Certified by the American Society of Echocardiography for heart imaging
• Completed intensive cardiac care training at Sheba Medical Center

Dr. Leshem David is a Forbes-recognized top plastic surgeon in Israel. He leads pediatric surgery planning at Sourasky Medical Center for complex reconstructive cases.

• Specializes in creating plans for craniosynostosis – a condition where infant skull bones fuse too early
• Performs cleft lip and palate repairs using both traditional and endoscopic methods
• Former Head of the Plastic Surgery Department at Sourasky Medical Center for 12 years
• Expert in facial nerve reconstruction and ear surgery after trauma
• Trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Tel Aviv University

Dr. Gortzak Yair is an orthopedic oncologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He creates plans for children and adults with musculoskeletal tumors.

• Completed a two-year orthopedic oncology fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto
• Uses specialized prosthetics that expand via remote control to accommodate bone growth
• Minimizes additional surgeries for pediatric patients using adjustable magnetic or electronic hardware
• Member of the European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society and the Connective Tissue Oncology Society
• Treats metastatic bone disease and complex soft tissue infections in the limbs

Dr. Ovadia Dror specializes in pediatric spinal surgery at Sourasky Medical Center. He provides a consultation with creation of treatment plan for children with complex deformities.

• Completed a specialized fellowship in pediatric spinal surgery in Paris
• Expert in correcting scoliosis and funnel chest in children
• Performs minimally invasive fusion surgery to reduce patient recovery time
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society, an international group for spinal care
• Lecturer at Tel Aviv University medical faculty

Dr. Michael Regenbogen provides expert surgical care and treatment planning at Sourasky Medical Center. He holds a Diploma in Ophthalmology from the prestigious ESASO in Switzerland.

• Treats retinal diseases using medical retina training completed at Intercommunity Hospital Centre in France
• Performs cataract removal surgery and specialized laser eye treatments
• Lectures at the Sackler School of Medicine at Tel Aviv University
• Authored 10 professional publications and presented 14 findings at international medical conferences
• Specializes in intraocular injections for treating glaucoma and keratoconus

Prof. Pevni Dimitry pioneered a unique heart valve replacement method on a working heart. He provides expert consultations at Sourasky Medical Center for complex heart surgery plans.

• Specializes in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) – a less invasive heart valve replacement
• Performs historical aortic valve transplants for patients with artificial hearts
• Trains future doctors as a lecturer at Tel Aviv University
• Trained in minimally invasive surgery at leading centers in Germany and Switzerland
• Member of the American Heart Association and European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons

Dr. Roth Jonathan specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery at Sourasky Medical Center. He creates treatment plans for adults and children with complex brain and skull base conditions.

• Completed advanced fellowships at NYU Langone and Cornell Medical Center in New York
• Uses neuroendoscopy to access deep brain areas through small openings or the nose
• Treats pituitary adenomas, brain tumors, and vascular malformations like aneurysms
• Expert in deep brain stimulation for movement disorders and shunt surgery for hydrocephalus
• Member of the International Federation of Neuroendoscopy and the European Association of Neurosurgery

Dr. Maman Eran is the President of the Israeli Shoulder Society. He provides a consultation with creation of treatment plan for orthopedic injuries at Sourasky Medical Center.

• Completed a fellowship in orthopedic and arthritic surgery at the University of Toronto
• Graduated with honors from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
• Focuses on surgical techniques for shoulder and elbow joint replacement
• Creates personalized plans for rotator cuff repairs and habitual shoulder dislocations
• Develops complex recovery strategies for forearm fractures using surgical and non-surgical methods

Professor Zvi Ram is the President of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies. He directs the neurosurgery department at Sourasky Medical Center for specialized consultations.

• Treats complex brain tumors and aneurysms using brain mapping to protect speech.
• Provides treatment plans for Parkinson\'s disease through deep brain stimulation.
• Expertise includes transnasal tumor resection – removing tumors through the nose without external cuts.
• Received the Borenstein Award for his work in brain research and behavior.
• Active member of the American Association of Neurosurgical Surgeons (AANS).

Dr. Adiel Barak specializes in retinal and vitreous surgery at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses laser technology during consultations to create plans for complex eye conditions.

• Performed sub-specialization training in retinal surgery at the University of California
• Uses small-incision vitrectomy – a gentle technique that promotes faster eye healing
• Treats eye tumors and retinal diseases with focused surgical interventions
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Israeli Medical Association
• Expert in treating vitreous conditions using advanced microsurgical tools

Dr. Lubezky Nir leads key surgical units at the Sourasky Medical Center. He provides a consultation with creation of treatment plan for complex liver issues.

• Heads the HPB surgery unit – specializes in liver, pancreas, and bile duct procedures
• Holds leadership positions in major surgical departments at Ichilov
• Demonstrates high proficiency in both simple and advanced liver surgeries
• Senior surgeon at a world-regarded Israeli medical institution

Dr. Rosso Raphael is a senior cardiologist at Sourasky Medical Center. He completed a specialized fellowship in electrophysiology at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

• Treats heart rhythm disorders using radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping technology
• Implants heart pacemakers and electrodes to help maintain steady heart function
• Provides consultation with creation of treatment plan for coronary artery disease
• Performs carotid angioplasty to open narrowed neck arteries and improve blood flow
• Tutors medical students and contributes original research to global cardiology literature

Dr. Rachel Grossman treats complex brain tumors at Sourasky Medical Center. She completed a brain tumor fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Provides consultations to create personalized treatment plans for malignant and benign tumors
• Performs awake craniotomies using mapping to protect speech and motor functions
• Specializes in endoscopic tumor removal through the nose for pituitary cases
• Offers CyberKnife radiosurgery as a non-invasive option for specific brain conditions
• Member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies tumor section

Dr. Lidar Zvi directs the Spinal Surgery Department at Ichilov Medical Center. He provides complex consultations and treatment plans for spinal disorders and oncology.

• Specializes in minimally invasive and open techniques for spine tumors and cysts
• Helped develop European guidelines for tiny spine surgery to minimize tissue damage
• Experienced in treating radiculopathy – pain caused by pinched nerves in the spine
• Lectures at Tel Aviv University and published 50+ scientific articles on spinal care
• Fellowship-trained at the Medical College of Wisconsin in the USA

Dr. Grisaro Galia directs the Pediatric Infectious Diseases service at Dana-Dwek Children's Hospital. She provides expert consultations with creation of treatment plans for children with complex viral infections.

• Specializes in treating HIV and viral hepatitis in pediatric patients
• Completed advanced medical training at the University of Toronto in Canada
• Coordinates pediatric care at Sourasky Medical Center in Israel
• Manages antiviral therapies using specialized medications like Eviplera and Gendevra
• Expert in vaccination and preventive immunization programs for children

Professor Nitzan leads the Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Department at Sourasky Medical Center. He creates treatment plans by bridging clinical microbiology with practical gastroenterology.

• Pioneer in bacterotherapy and fecal microbiota transplantation to restore gut health
• Authored over 80 scientific publications in major medical journals
• Presented research at more than 60 international medical conferences
• Fellowship graduate in microbiology and digestive diseases from University of North Carolina
• Member of the European Crohn's and Colitis Organization

Dr. Khashan Morsi is a spine surgeon at Sourasky Medical Center. He completed a clinical fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the USA.

• Specializes in scoliosis correction and complex spinal deformities in adults and children
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to help patients recover faster after surgery
• Performed fellowships at McGill University in Canada and the University of California
• Published nearly 30 research papers on improving spinal deformity treatment plans
• Treats chest conditions like pectus excavatum where the breastbone sinks inward

Dr. Aaron Menahem performs high-volume joint reconstructions at Sourasky Medical Center. He uses robotic assistance for specialized hip and knee treatment plans.

• Specializes in MAKOplasty – uses robotic arms for high-precision total hip replacements
• Performs ALMIS – a minimally invasive technique that uses smaller incisions than traditional surgery
• Treats complex conditions like ankylosing spondylitis and degenerative bone infections
• Conducts clinical research to develop new surgical protocols and prosthetic designs
• Develops tailored plans for partial knee replacements and therapeutic arthroscopy

Professor Roksana Klepper heads the Nephroblastoma Department at Sourasky Medical Center. The specialist leads consultations for children with complex kidney tumors and renal disorders.

• Named honor for a medical center reflects her significant clinical impact
• Specializes in Wilms tumor – a rare type of pediatric kidney cancer
• Expertise includes robotic nephrectomy for precise surgical tumor removal
• Manages pediatric liver transplantation and pre-operative preparation
• Member of the Society of Pediatric Nephrologists