Healthcare with Confidence
Leading Melanoma and Skin Cancer Specialists in Israel
Below you will find a selection of internationally recognized oncologists, department heads, and research centers specializing in melanoma and skin cancer at Israel’s top medical institutions.
We offer remote consultations, second opinion, and online appointments for international patients seeking expert guidance.
Expert Care for All Types and Stages of Skin Cancer
Israeli dermato-oncologists are highly experienced in diagnosing and treating all forms of skin cancer, including:
- Melanoma (including mucosal and uveal melanoma)
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Basal cell carcinoma (basalioma)
- Kaposi sarcoma (KS)
- Actinic keratosis
- Dysplastic nevi (atypical moles) and more
Because melanoma is relatively common in Israel, our specialists have developed advanced treatment protocols for all stages of the disease.
Innovation and Global Collaboration
Our doctors are at the forefront of skin cancer research and work in close collaboration with the American Cancer Institute. They are actively involved in developing new treatments, including:
- Immunotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Biological therapies
These cutting-edge treatments have significantly improved survival rates and quality of life, even in advanced stages of melanoma and other aggressive skin cancers.
Access to Clinical Trials
Patients may also be eligible to take part in clinical research studies exploring the latest therapies.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our leading specialists.
Leading dermato-oncologists. Doctors for the treatment of melanoma and skin cancer in Israel:
Prof. Jacob Schachter – Head of the Ella Lamelbaum Institute for Melanoma and Immunooncology at Sheba Academic Medical Center, Chaim Sheba Hospital, Israel. Deputy Director of Oncology Department of Chaim Sheba Hospital.
To get a second opinion of prof. Schachter, please contact us by email, phone or using the contact form.
Prof. Joseph Alcalay – Surgeon. Dermatologist, venereal diseases, in micrographic surgery specialist (Mohs surgery). Head of the Department of Dermatological surgery and Mohs Surgery, Assuta Hospital, Israel.
Dr. Zipel Dov – Head of the Oncological Surgery unit, Sheba Medical Center Tel Hashomer. Responsible at Sheba Hospital for the surgical treatment of melanoma. Member of the Ella Melanoma Research Institute team at the Cancer Treatment Center, Sheba. A senior doctor at the Merav Breast Health Center and is responsible for breast surgery.
Dr. Alon Eran – Head of Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Sheba Medical Center Tel Hashomer. Specialist in treatment of thyroid and hyperthyroid tumors, salivary gland tumors, tumors in the oral cavity includes tumors in the tongue, upper and lower jaw, melanoma treatment of the head and neck includes a sentinel lymph node biopsy, reconstructive plastics of the head and neck and microsurgical operations, robotic surgeries for tumors in the pharyngeal cavity, treatment of obstructive sleep disorders, lumps in the neck in children and adults.
Dr. Abargil Avraham – Deputy Director of the Otorhinolaryngology Department and Director of the Unit for Sinuses, Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Tel Aviv Medical Center (Ichilov). Specialist in acute sinusitis, recurrent sinusitis, bacterial and viral sinus infections, recurrent inflammation of the frontal sinus, maxillary sinus, sphenoidal sinus in the skull, chronic inflammations – polyps, mucocilla, mucosal adhesions, sinus tumor removal, cysts in the sinuses, fungus in the sinuses, sinus surgery due to dental problems, benign and malignant tumors, skull base tumors removal, melanoma tumors, soft tissue tumors, tumor of the olfactory nerve, tumors that are not from mucosal cells, tumors arising from the nasal mucosa, bone lesions of the sinuses, inverted papilloma, otorhinolaryngology tumors in children.
Prof. Chaim Gutman – Head of Surgery (oncology) Department, Rabin Medical Center, Beilinson Hospital. Surgeon-oncologist. Melanoma and skin cancer, soft tissues cancer.
Prof. Maora Feinmesser – Head of the Pathology Institute of Beilinson Hospital, teacher at the Faculty of Medicine, Sackler, Tel Aviv University. Melanoma and Skin cancer.
Prof. Aviv Barzilai – Head of the Dermatology and Venereology Department, Head of the Pathology Institute, Chaim Sheba Hospital.
Remote Consultations and Second Opinions for International Patients
Our leading Israeli oncologists provide expert second opinions and medical advice to international patients at any stage of melanoma or skin cancer.
You have the option to:
- Visit Israel for an in-person consultation and treatment under the supervision of our oncology team. We will coordinate all arrangements before your arrival.
- Receive a remote consultation online, based on your existing medical records, including biopsy reports, BRAF mutation status, and imaging (PET-CT, CT, or MRI scans).
We ensure full support throughout the process, including translation of medical documents and personalized treatment recommendations in English.
Fast and Reliable Online Consultations
You can consult with an Israeli dermato-oncologist or skin cancer specialist via Skype, Zoom, WhatsApp, Viber, or Telegram. We aim to schedule your consultation within 1–2 business days.
Following the consultation, you will receive:
- Written recommendations based on up-to-date Israeli treatment protocols. ⇒ See Example of Oncologist’s Report
- The option to begin treatment in your home country using new-generation drugs and therapies guided by Israeli expertise.
Diagnostic Review and Expert Pathology Services
If you’re unsure about your diagnosis or want a second opinion, you can send us your biopsy slides and blocks via international courier. Our experienced pathologists will:
- Review and confirm your diagnosis
- Determine BRAF mutation status
- Provide a detailed pathology report in English
You may also send PET-CT, CT, or MRI discs for interpretation by our expert radiologists. A comprehensive written radiology report will be provided in English. ⇒ Find more details on PET / MRI second opinion
Personalized and Precise Melanoma Treatment
Accurate diagnosis is the key to effective treatment. Based on your pathology and imaging results, our specialists will develop a tailored treatment plan for melanoma of the skin, mucous membranes, or internal organs.
Contact Us
Get in touch to:
- Learn the cost of a consultation or online second opinion
- Choose the right expert: dermato-oncologist, pathologist, or radiologist
- Discuss the next steps and coordination of your consultation
- Let us help you access world-class melanoma care—wherever you are.
