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Melhores Cancro da bexiga médicos em Israel - TOP-17 médicos

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David Sarid

  • 5 Excelente 1 avaliações
  • 38 anos de experiência
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  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • O Dr. Sarid chefia o Departamento de Oncologia do Sourasky Medical Center, especializando-se em cancro da bexiga com tratamentos inovadores como imunoterapia e terapia-alvo.

    • Oncologista sénior desde 1997, chefe de departamento desde 2009
    • Bolsa de estudos em urologia oncológica na Universidade de Oxford
    • Investigador principal em ensaios clínicos para novas terapias contra o cancro
    • Publicar mais de 30 artigos sobre tratamento de cancro
    • Membro da ESMO, ASCO e sociedades de oncologia israelitas
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Ofer Merimsky

  • 5 Excelente 7 avaliações
  • 41 anos de experiência
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  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • O Prof. Merimsky lidera a Unidade de Oncologia de Tecidos Moles e Ossos no Sourasky Medical Center, com mais de 30 anos de experiência em oncologia ortopédica.

    • Professor Associado de Oncologia na Faculdade de Medicina Sackler
    • Especialização (Fellowship) em tratamento de sarcoma no Institut Gustave Roussy, Paris
    • Membro ativo da ESMO Sarcoma Faculty e ASCO
    • Publicar extensas pesquisas sobre cancros ósseos e de tecidos moles
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Shira Felder

  • 23 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • Dr. Shira Felder is a senior radiation oncologist. She focuses on gynecologic and urologic cancers. She has advanced expertise in VMAT, IMRT, SBRT, and gynecologic brachytherapy. She delivers precise treatment with fewer side effects.

    She heads the Gynecologic Oncology Service at Sheba Medical Center. She is a senior physician in the Radiation Oncology Division. She earned her MD at Hadassah. She completed residency at Sheba and a fellowship in the Radiation Medicine Program at the University of Toronto and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. She is board-certified in Radiation Oncology. She is a member of ESTRO, the Israeli oncology societies, the CPSO, and the CMA.

    Her research covers brachytherapy patient safety. It also includes stereotactic ablative radiotherapy for stage I lung cancer. She has studied treatment delays in cervical cancer. She has examined vitamin D deficiency in oncology patients.

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Yuri Goldes

  • 28 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • Dr. Yuri Goldes is a general surgeon with more than 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in upper gastrointestinal and oncologic surgery. He is Deputy Director of the Department of General Surgery and Transplantation at Sheba Medical Center in Tel Aviv. He also leads the Upper GI Surgery Unit. He was named to Forbes Israel’s Best Doctors in 2025. He is ranked among Israel’s Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons by Forbes. In 2019, he received the Israeli Ministry of Health “Best Doctor of the Year” award.

    He is an expert in advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgery. He treats diaphragmatic hernia, achalasia, GERD, and gallbladder disease. He also performs oncologic surgery for pancreatic, gastric, and esophageal cancers. He uses laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

    He pioneered some of Israel’s first robotic oncologic resections of the stomach and pancreas. He is among a small group worldwide who perform minimally invasive Whipple procedures (pancreaticoduodenectomy) using advanced laparoscopy. He applies methods that improve outcomes and speed recovery. He provides personalized care.

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Irina Stepfansky

  • 26 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • O Dr. Stepfansky lidera a unidade de internação oncológica no renomado Sourasky Medical Center de Israel, trazendo profunda experiência em tratamentos hospitalares.

    • Mais de 20 anos de experiência médica, com especialização em oncologia e medicina interna
    • Amplo envolvimento em pesquisa clínica em ensaios oncológicos de fase I a III
    • Investigador principal em numerosos estudos oncológicos avançados
    • Especializar-se no manejo complexo de pacientes com câncer hospitalizados
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Hughes Hyun

  • 43 anos de experiência
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  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • O Dr. Hughes Hyun é especialista em cirurgia robótica e minimamente invasiva para cancro de bexiga no Sourasky Medical Center.

    • Cirurgião certificado com vasta experiência
    • Focar em técnicas robóticas avançadas
    • Praticar num dos principais centros médicos de Israel
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Jack Baniel

  • 39 anos de experiência
  • acreditações:
  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • O Prof. Jack Baniel realiza reconstruções de bexiga e cirurgias oncológicas com preservação de nervos no Rabin Medical Center. Fundou o Departamento de Oncourologia no Hospital Beilinson.

    • Publicar mais de 100 artigos científicos sobre uro-oncologia
    • Ser membro de associações de urologia europeias e americanas
    • Participar em pesquisas clínicas globais
    • Ser professor de urologia com cargos de liderança
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Raanan Berger

  • 27 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • 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.

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Nir Kleinmann

  • 25 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • 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.

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Zohar Dotan

  • 27 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Ramat Gan
  • 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.

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Gilad Amiel

  • Localização: Israel, Haifa
  • O Dr. Amiel é o Chefe do Departamento de Urologia do Rambam Medical Center, com foco em cirurgia oncológica. Seu cargo destaca sua profunda experiência em casos urológicos complexos.

    • Especializar-se como oncocirurgião para cancros do sistema urinário
    • Prestar cuidados num grande hospital universitário em Israel
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Vladimir Yutkin

  • 30 anos de experiência
  • Localização: Israel, Jerusalém
  • O Dr. Yutkin tem mais de 20 anos de experiência em diagnóstico e tratamento no Hadassah Medical Center.

    • Graduado pela Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade Hebraica de Jerusalém
    • Especializado em distúrbios da articulação temporomandibular
    • Fluente em inglês, hebraico e russo
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Ofer Nathan Gofrit

  • Localização: Israel, Jerusalém
  • O Professor Gofrit é certificado para realizar cirurgia robótica em cancros urológicos. Ele chefia o Departamento de Urologia do Centro Médico Hadassah.

    • Concluir formação especializada em oncologia urológica em Chicago, EUA
    • Pesquisar e tratar especificamente cancros da bexiga e do rim
    • Ensinar cirurgia urológica na Universidade Hebraica
    • Deter prémios nacionais e internacionais pelo seu trabalho em urologia
    • Especializar-se em cirurgia endoscópica e assistida pelo robô da Vinci
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Tamar Jablonski-Perec

  • Localização: Israel, Jerusalém
  • A Prof. Jablonski-Perec formou-se no Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center – uma das principais instituições de oncologia do mundo – e dirige o Instituto de Oncologia do Hadassah Medical Center.

    • Chefiar o centro de tratamento de câncer de mama desde 1998
    • Professor de Oncologia na Universidade Hebraica
    • Membro de diversas comunidades oncológicas internacionais
    • Receber bolsa de estudos da Hadassah Medical School
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Svetlana Zalmanova

  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • Radioterapeuta especializado no tratamento do cancro da bexiga no Assuta Medical Center.

    • Especializado em radioterapia
    • Ter experiência no tratamento de várias condições oncológicas
    • Praticar abordagens de tratamento baseadas em evidências
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Zohar Dotan

  • Localização: Israel, Telavive
  • Especialista em oncourologia – concentra-se exclusivamente no cancro da bexiga no Assuta Medical Center.

    • Urologista com profunda experiência no tratamento do cancro da bexiga
    • Trabalha no Assuta Medical Center – uma instituição oncológica líder
    • Dedicado à oncourologia, garantindo cuidados especializados
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Bookimed Insights: Principais especialistas em Cancro da bexiga em Israel (2026)

A Bookimed coordenou 8 solicitações de tratamento para Cancro da bexiga em Israel, trabalhando em conjunto com 17 especialistas bem avaliados. Os médicos desta tabela são selecionados com base em credenciais internacionais, expertise clínica e resultados dos pacientes. O ranking de 2026 é formado com dados verificados de casos reais e programas atuais das nossas clínicas parceiras.
ClassificaçãoMédicoexperiênciaBom paraO que os diferenciaClínica e localizaçãoConsulta
#138 anos de experiênciaTerapias inovadoras para o cancro da bexigaEspecialista em imunoterapia e terapia-alvo para o câncer de bexiga. Formado em Oxford em urologia oncológica. Chefe de oncologia no Sourasky Medical Center.
Israel
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#241 anos de experiênciaCasos complexos de sarcomaEspecialista em sarcomas raros com formação avançada no principal centro de oncologia de Paris. Chefe do departamento de oncologia no principal hospital de pesquisa de Israel.
Israel
de $950
#326 anos de experiênciaCasos de cancro da bexiga complexos ou avançadosDirige a unidade de internação oncológica de um dos principais hospitais israelenses e lidera ativamente ensaios clínicos avançados para os tratamentos mais recentes.
Israel
de $750
#443 anos de experiênciaCirurgia de bexiga assistida por robôEspecialização exclusiva em técnicas robóticas minimamente invasivas para o cancro da bexiga. Cirurgião certificado no Sourasky Medical Center, o melhor classificado de Israel.
Israel
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#539 anos de experiênciaCirurgia de bexiga com preservação de nervosFundador de um departamento de oncourologia especializado na preservação da função nervosa durante a cirurgia de cancro da bexiga. Ativo em colaborações globais de investigação.
Israel
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#6Cirurgia de câncer de bexigaEle chefia o Departamento de Urologia do Rambam Medical Center e trabalha como um oncocirurgião dedicado para cancros urológicos complexos.
Israel
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#730 anos de experiênciaDisfunções da articulação temporomandibularEspecialista em disfunções da articulação temporomandibular com vasta experiência. Graduado pela prestigiada Universidade Hebraica de Jerusalém.
Israel
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#8Cirurgia robótica para cancro da bexigaChefe de departamento e professor premiado, especialista em procedimentos robóticos (da Vinci) e endoscópicos, com formação especializada em oncologia urológica nos EUA.
Israel
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#9Tratamento do cancro da bexigaFormado no Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center – líder global em oncologia. Chefiar o Instituto de Oncologia do Hadassah e lecionar na Universidade Hebraica.
Israel
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#10Radioterapia para cancro da bexigaRadioterapeuta especializado focado no tratamento do cancro da bexiga. Utiliza abordagens baseadas em evidências.
Israel
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FAQ

Estas Perguntas Frequentes provêm de pacientes reais que procuram assistência médica através da Bookimed. As respostas são dadas por coordenadores médicos experientes e representantes de confiança das clínicas.

Where are the best urologic oncologists for bladder cancer located in Israel?

Top urologic oncologists for bladder cancer are located in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem at JCI-accredited centers. These specialists hold board certifications and leadership roles, often having trained at prestigious institutions like Memorial Sloan Kettering or Oxford. They use robotic-assisted surgery and advanced immunotherapy to treat complex bladder tumors.

  • Surgical leadership. Dr. Zohar Dotan leads urology at Sheba Medical Center and specializes in robotic cystectomy.
  • Advanced research. Dr. David Sarid at Sourasky Medical Center focus on immunotherapy and Oxford-trained urology oncology.
  • Departmental expertise. Dr. Ofer Nathan Gofrit heads urology at Hadassah Medical Center, specializing in da Vinci robotics.
  • Global credentials. Dr. Tamar Jablonski-Perec trained at Sloan-Kettering and leads oncology research at Hadassah Hospital.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking innovative bladder preservation should look for specialists like Dr. Nir Kleinmann at Sheba Medical Center. He participates in global trials like OLYMPUS for chemoablation. This provides access to dual-laser kidney-sparing techniques and research-backed treatments not yet available to the general public at most standard oncology clinics.

Patient Consensus: Patients value the fast diagnostic pace and the availability of translators who help navigate medical meetings. Many note that doctors clearly explain complex surgery results, which makes the recovery process feel less overwhelming.

Who are the top-rated bladder cancer specialists in Israel?

Top-rated bladder cancer specialists in Israel include Dr. David Sarid, Dr. Zohar Dotan, and Prof. Jack Baniel. These experts hold elite fellowships from Oxford and Memorial Sloan Kettering. They lead oncology departments at JCI-accredited centers like Sourasky, Sheba, and Rabin Medical Center.

  • Dr. David Sarid. Leads the Outpatient Cancer Clinic at Sourasky – and completed a fellowship at Oxford University.
  • Dr. Zohar Dotan. Heads urology at Sheba – and pioneered robotic urologic surgery for cancer in Israel.
  • Prof. Jack Baniel. Performs nerve-sparing bladder surgery – and has published 100+ research articles on urological oncology.
  • Prof. Ofer Nathan Gofrit. Specializes in da Vinci robotic procedures at Hadassah – after training at Chicago University.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients seeking bladder-sparing treatments should note that specialists at Sheba and Sourasky prioritize multidisciplinary care. For example, Dr. Shira Felder uses advanced radiotherapy techniques like VMAT and SBRT often unavailable at smaller clinics. This allows for targeted radiation that preserves healthy tissue during cancer treatment.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize the importance of having pathology slides and imaging reviewed by these experts before surgery. Many shared that the doctors provided clear explanations of immunotherapy and bladder-sparing options immediately.

Where can I find the best uro-oncologists for bladder cancer in Israel?

Israel offers top uro-oncologists like Dr. Zohar Dotan and Dr. David Sarid, who specialize in robotic surgery and immunotherapy. You can find these experts at JCI-accredited centers like Sheba Medical Center and Sourasky Medical Center, where they lead advanced bladder cancer research and clinical trials.

  • Surgical leadership. Dr. Zohar Dotan at Sheba Medical Center pioneered robotic urologic surgery in Israel.
  • Innovative therapies. Dr. David Sarid at Sourasky Medical Center specializes in targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
  • Bladder reconstruction. Professor Jack Baniel at Sourasky Medical Center focuses on nerve-preserving surgeries and reconstruction.
  • Board-certified expertise. Dr. Ofer Nathan Gofrit at Hadassah Medical Center leads robotic and endoscopic urological procedures.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Many top Israeli uro-oncologists, such as Dr. Zohar Dotan and Dr. Tamar Jablonski-Perec, completed fellowships at Memorial Sloan-Kettering in New York. This specific training at one of the world's premier cancer centers allows them to apply complex, research-driven protocols that are often unavailable at smaller local hospitals.

Patient Consensus: Patients often mention how clearly the specialists explain every step of the robotic surgery process. They feel relieved when doctors quickly arrange all necessary diagnostic tests in one hospital wing. Many were surprised by how soon they could walk and move around after complex bladder procedures.

Do Israeli bladder cancer surgeons specialize in minimally invasive techniques?

Israeli bladder cancer surgeons specialize in minimally invasive techniques like robotic radical cystectomy and laparoscopic surgery. Board-certified specialists at centers like Sourasky and Sheba use 3D-guided robotic systems to remove tumors. These precision methods help preserve nerve function and reduce recovery time for patients.

  • Robotic specialization. Dr. Zohar Dotan at Sheba Medical Center pioneered robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery.
  • Advanced training. Dr. Hughes Hyun at Sourasky focuses exclusively on minimally invasive robotic-assisted urological oncology.
  • Bladder preservation. Specialists use kidney-sparing laser therapy and endoscopic surgery to treat tumors without incisions.
  • Fellowship experience. Surgeons like Dr. Ofer Nathan Gofrit trained in invasive urology at leading US centers.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Israeli specialists often hold dual qualifications in surgery and research, which benefits complex cases. For example, Dr. David Sarid at Sourasky has published 30+ articles on uro-oncology. This academic focus means patients get access to newer protocols like biological therapy earlier than elsewhere. Many top-ranked surgeons also head national urological societies, translating research directly into clinical practice.

Patient Consensus: Patients prioritize surgeons who explain the transition from robotic surgery to post-operative life. They feel more confident when specialists provide clear details on recovery and catheter management early on.

How does bladder cancer treatment expertise in Israel compare to other countries?

Israel competes with the world's best institutions by offering advanced bladder-sparing protocols and robotic-assisted surgeries. Specialists like Dr. David Sarid and Dr. Zohar Dotan hold fellowships from Oxford and Memorial Sloan Kettering. This level of training allows them to use complex immunotherapy and nerve-preserving techniques effectively.

  • International training. Many Israeli experts completed fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering and Oxford University.
  • Robotic-assisted surgery. Specialists use da Vinci systems for precise bladder removal and functional reconstruction.
  • Bladder-sparing protocols. Doctors prioritize organ preservation to help patients maintain natural urinary function after surgery.
  • Innovative therapies. Patients access clinical trials for immunotherapy like Keytruda to treat advanced cancer stages.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Israeli oncology centers like Sourasky and Sheba combine surgical expertise with academic research leadership. For example, Dr. Raanan Berger directs the Sheba Cancer Center and trained at Harvard. This means patients receive treatment from doctors who help develop global standards for molecular oncology. These specialists often lead Phase I–III clinical trials, offering access to therapies before they are widely available.

Patient Consensus: Patients often express significant relief after meeting with specialists at centers like Hadassah Medical Center. They appreciate the direct access to highly qualified doctors and the support provided during the clinic selection process.

What is the process to get a second opinion from a bladder cancer specialist in Israel?

To get a second opinion in Israel, you select a specialist and submit your medical records for review. Leading urologists like Dr. Zohar Dotan at Sheba Medical Center or Dr. David Sarid at Sourasky Medical Center offer digital or in-person consultations to refine diagnosis and treatment plans.

  • Record collection. Gather your biopsy slides, pathology reports, and imaging CDs for expert re-evaluation by specialists.
  • Pathology revision. Israeli pathologists review existing slides to confirm the exact stage and grade of cancer.
  • Expert selection. Choose between oncologists for systemic therapy or surgeons for robotic bladder-sparing procedures.
  • Remote consultation. Many experts like Dr. Ofer Merimsky provide online video calls for international patients.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many seek second opinions for surgery, specialists at Sourasky Medical Center often use these reviews to suggest clinical trials. Dr. David Sarid and Dr. Irina Stepfansky lead phase 1–3 trials, providing access to new therapies before they are widely available.

Patient Consensus: Patients found that preparing a detailed timeline of their prior treatments helped specialists fast-track their review. Many were surprised that a second opinion often led to updated imaging or new diagnostic tests.