Dr. Eran Alon, MD

Leading Head&Neck Surgeon – Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery, Oncological Surgery in Israel

Position: Director, Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

Hospital: Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel

Dr. Eran Alon is recognized as one of Israel’s leading head and neck surgeons with specialized expertise in surgical oncology, microvascular reconstructive surgery, and robotic surgery. Founder and Director of the Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery Service at Sheba Medical Center, pioneering advanced reconstructive techniques in Israel. Published researcher with 50+ peer-reviewed scientific publications in leading international journals. Highly rated by patients with 53+ five-star reviews praising his clinical excellence, personal warmth, and exceptional surgical outcomes.

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Primary Clinical Specializations:

Head and Neck Surgical Oncology

• Surgical treatment of oral cavity cancer (tongue, floor of mouth, buccal mucosa)
• Laryngeal cancer surgery (partial and total laryngectomy)
• Thyroid cancer surgery and thyroidectomy
• Parathyroid surgery (parathyroidectomy)
• Salivary gland tumor surgery
• Maxillary sinus and nasal cavity tumors
• Oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal malignancies
• Melanoma of head and neck (including sentinel lymph node biopsy)
• Neck dissection (comprehensive lymph node removal)
• Management of advanced stage cancers

Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery (Pioneered at Sheba)

• Free flap reconstruction following cancer resection
• Mandibular reconstruction with fibula free flap
• Tongue and oral cavity reconstruction
• Facial reconstruction following trauma or tumor removal
• Complex defect closure with tissue transfer
• Microsurgical techniques and anastomosis
• Airway management in reconstruction cases

Robotic Surgery

• Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for tongue base tumors
• Robotic-assisted thyroidectomy
• Minimally invasive surgical approaches
• Advanced visualization and precision surgery

General Otolaryngology (Adults & Pediatrics)

• Chronic sinusitis management and endoscopic sinus surgery
• Nasal obstruction and septoplasty
• Sleep apnea surgery and airway management
• Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
• Voice disorders and laryngology
• Ear surgery (otology)
• Pediatric ENT conditions

Additional Specialties

• Tracheostomy (elective and emergency)
• Foreign body removal (airway and esophagus)
• Management of epistaxis and bleeding disorders
• Thyroid nodule evaluation and management
• Neck mass diagnosis and treatment

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Education of Dr. Alon

Medical Degree

• 2003: MD, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Faculty of Medicine, Haifa
• Graduated with Distinction: One of Israel’s premier medical schools
• Academic Excellence: Recipient of Dr. Jacob Green Award for Outstanding Academic Achievements (2003)

Residency Training

• 2004-2009: Residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
• Institution: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
• Duration: 5 years of intensive training at one of the world’s most prestigious medical centers
• Comprehensive training in all aspects of head and neck surgery
• Advanced training in microvascular reconstruction
• Exposure to complex oncologic cases

Fellowship Training – Surgical Oncology

• Fellowship: Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery
• Institution: Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, USA
• Supervisor: Dr. Mark Urken (world-renowned head and neck surgeon)
• Focus: Advanced oncologic resection and microvascular reconstruction
• Specialized training in free flap surgery
• Complex airway management
• Multidisciplinary cancer care

International Medical Mission Training

• 2008: Mayo International Health Program – Travel Scholarship
  • Medical mission to Cambodia
  • Provision of surgical care in underserved communities
  • Cross-cultural medical practice

Professional Experience of surgeon Alon

Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel

• Current – Director and Chairman: Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
  • Leadership of one of Israel’s largest ENT departments
  • Strategic planning and department development
  • Quality assurance and clinical excellence initiatives
  • Coordination with multidisciplinary oncology teams
  • Management of complex academic department

Key Accomplishments at Sheba:

• Founder and Director: Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery Service
  • First comprehensive microvascular service in department history
  • Pioneered free flap reconstruction at Sheba
  • Training of surgeons in microsurgical techniques
  • Development of protocols and standards

A.R.M. Center (Ear, Nose & Throat Medical Center), Tel Aviv

• Co-Founder and Senior Surgeon: Private specialty practice
• Location: Ramat HaHayal, Tel Aviv (HaBarzel 20)
• Services:
  • Comprehensive head and neck surgery
  • Surgical oncology
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
  • Salivary gland surgery
  • General ENT procedures
  • Patient-centered private care

Previous Positions

• Senior Attending Surgeon, Department of Otolaryngology, Sheba Medical Center
• Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards
• Emergency on-call coverage for head and neck emergencies

Academic Appointments & Teaching

Tel Aviv University, Sackler Faculty of Medicine

• Current: Clinical Faculty Member
• Teaching: Medical students and residents in otolaryngology
• Recognition: Outstanding Teacher Award, Faculty of Medicine (2017)
• Activities:
  • Clinical teaching rounds
  • Surgical demonstrations and training
  • Mentoring of residents and fellows
  • Contribution to curriculum development

Supervision & Training:

• Training of otolaryngology residents at Sheba Medical Center
• Supervision of medical students in clinical rotations
• International visiting surgeons and observers
• Workshops and hands-on surgical training courses

Research & Publications of Dr. Eran Alon

Publication Record: 50+ peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals

Selected Key Publications:

1. (2024). “Cost effectiveness analysis of BRAF testing for low-risk papillary thyroid microcarcinomas.” American Journal of Otolaryngology.
2. (2024). “Swallowing, speech and voice impairments in head and neck cancer patients treated at a multidisciplinary integrated patient unit.” International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders.
3. (2025). “Are chatbots a reliable source for patient frequently asked questions on neck masses?” European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology.
4. (2022). “Airway management following head and neck microvascular reconstruction: is tracheostomy mandatory?” Brazilian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, 88(Suppl 4):S44-S49.
5. (2022). “Comparison of Lateral neck X-ray to Neck CT in patients with suspicious bone impaction: ‘Old habits die hard’.” American Journal of Otolaryngology, 43(3):103373.
6. (2016). “Medical Information Exchange: WhatsApp Messenger and SMS Texting in Medical Practice.” Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
7. “Artificial Intelligence in Predicting Surgical Outcomes for Head and Neck Cancer Patients.”
8. “Staged Head and Neck Reconstruction: Heresy or a Reasoned Approach in a Select Group of Patients?”
9. “Real-World Outcomes of Inoperable and Metastatic Cutaneous Head and Neck Melanoma Patients.”
10. “Paradigm Change for Intraoperative Surgical Margin Assessment for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.”

Research Focus Areas:

• Microvascular reconstruction outcomes
• Cost-effectiveness of cancer diagnostics
• Artificial intelligence in surgical planning
• Voice and swallowing outcomes in cancer patients
• Minimally invasive surgical techniques
• Thyroid cancer management
• Head and neck melanoma
• Surgical margin assessment
• Airway management strategies
• Medical technology integration

Conference Presentations:

• Multiple presentations at international ENT conferences
• American Academy of Otolaryngology meetings
• European Society meetings
• Israeli national conferences

Professional Leadership & Service

Israeli Association of Otolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery

• Current: Secretary and Scientific Secretary
• Previous: Committee Member and Secretary of Society for Head and Neck Surgery and Oncology
• Previous: Chairman, Board Certification Examination Committee for Otolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery
• Activities:
  • Organization of national conferences
  • Setting standards for specialty training
  • Advocacy for the profession
  • Continuing medical education

Hospital Leadership:

• Director of Department at major academic medical center
• Participation in hospital committees
• Quality improvement initiatives
• Patient safety protocols
• Strategic planning for department growth

Volunteer Work:

• Annual Medical Mission: Mongolia Cancer Center
  • Volunteers time yearly to treat cancer patients
  • Training local surgeons
  • Providing specialized surgical care
  • Humanitarian medicine commitment

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

Israeli Professional Organizations:

• Member, Israeli Medical Association (Hista drut Ha’Refuah Ha’Israelit)
• Member, Israeli Association of Otolaryngology and Head-Neck Surgery
• Member, Israeli Society for Head and Neck Surgery and Oncology

International Professional Organizations:

• Member, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
• Member, American Head and Neck Society
• Listed, American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) – Associated Professional

Awards & Recognition

Academic & Research Awards:

• 2017: Outstanding Teacher Award, Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University
• 2008: Mayo International Health Program – Travel Scholarship
• 2007: Scientific Poster Award (2nd Place), Combined Sections Meeting, Marco Island, Florida
  • “Retrospective Institutional Review of Otorhinolaryngological Manifestations of Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid”
• 2003: Professor Jacob Green Award for Outstanding Academic Achievements, Technion
• 1998: Glaxo Wellcome Scholarship for Public Health Education in Brazil

Professional Recognition:

• 53+ five-star patient reviews on MedReviews (5.0/5.0 rating)
• Recognized as leading head and neck surgeon in Israel
• Sought-after speaker at national and international conferences
• Trusted referral source for complex cases

Languages

• Hebrew
• English

Patients’ highlights about Dr. Eran Alon

Patient-Centered Cancer Care:

• Comprehensive multidisciplinary approach
• Honest and clear communication
• Shared decision-making
• Focus on both cancer control and quality of life
• Psychological support and counseling
• Family involvement in care

Surgical Excellence:

• Meticulous surgical technique
• Evidence-based treatment planning
• Minimally invasive approaches when appropriate
• Attention to functional and aesthetic outcomes
• Comprehensive preoperative evaluation
• Vigilant postoperative care

Innovation & Technology:

• Integration of robotic surgery
• Advanced imaging and navigation
• Intraoperative monitoring
• Latest reconstructive techniques
• Continuous learning and skill development

Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

• Close coordination with medical oncologists
• Radiation oncology consultation
• Speech and swallowing therapy
• Nutritional support
• Plastic surgery collaboration
• Comprehensive cancer care team

Patient Testimonials Summary:

• “Dr. Alon was simply amazing! Both clinically and personally. Highly recommend!”
• “Professional, calming, explains thoroughly, super pleasant, direct”
• “Excellent, professional and caring”
• “From the initial consultation to surgery and after – professional, attentive, humane, and caring”
• “I have no words to describe the professionalism, humanity and caring of Professor Alon”