5 Reasons to Choose Breast Cancer Treatment in Israel
5 Reasons to Choose Breast Cancer Treatment in Israel
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women. As with all cancers, early detection in breast cancer is critical to a positive treatment outcome. Fortunately, with the advancement of screening and treatment, survival rates continue to climb.

Personal Stories: Survivors of Breast Cancer After Treatment in Israel


At the young age of 28 and pregnant with her first child, Yana Darom was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her treatment and recovery were long and arduous, involving chemotherapy, radiation, a total mastectomy, and breast reconstruction surgery. Luckily, the staff at Sheba Medical Center helped her get through it with their outstanding expertise, professionalism, and sensitivity.
“Every one of my physicians and surgeons constantly communicated with me and each other. They were always coordinating together on my treatment and progress. I truly know that I was in good hands with the best doctors in Israel.”
Since her recovery, Yana has given birth to a second daughter and opened two boutiques that cater to women battling breast cancer.

Lyudmila lived a healthy lifestyle that included regular physical activity, a healthy diet, and annual health checkups. That’s why she was so surprised when her doctors in Ukraine gave her a discouraging breast cancer diagnosis and prognosis. She decided to travel to Israel for a second opinion.
After visiting four hospitals in Israel, Lyudmila chose to undergo treatment at Sheba Medical Center due to the staff’s patience and friendly disposition. The multidisciplinary team at Sheba quickly ordered a mammogram, ultrasound, MRI, biopsy, and PET/CT. They closely reviewed results and crafted a customized treatment plan for her case. Instead of a complete mastectomy, which is what the doctors in Ukraine had suggested, Lyudmila’s treatment included chemotherapy, which shrank the tumor by half, followed by a lumpectomy.
“Following the surgery, I experienced no edema in the operated area or my arm or hand. The care that I received at Sheba Medical Center was exceptional. The oncologist, Prof. Bella Kaufman, and the surgeon, Dr. Aviad Hoffman, were both very attentive and professional.”
Lyudmila’s examination results are still encouraging a year and a half later.
5 Reasons to Choose Sheba Medical Center for Breast Cancer Treatment in Israel
Highest world standards
Sheba is fully accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), a gold seal of approval in international healthcare. At Sheba, all medical therapies are given in adherence to the highest standards of safety and care. Sheba has been recognized as one of the top 10 best hospitals in the world, according to a recent publication by Newsweek.
Vast experience
Sheba’s experienced Meirav Breast Center sees over 4,000 breast cancer patients every year.
Cutting-edge diagnostics and treatment options
The latest in imaging and diagnostic techniques include 3D metabolic imaging and risk assessment (MIRA) scans to find cancer quickly before it spreads. Breast cancer treatment at Sheba includes leading-edge procedures such as lumpectomy, skin-sparing mastectomies and lymph node biopsies with minimal node removal.
World-renowned cancer specialists
Dov Zippel, MD is the Head of the Meirav Breast Center and a surgery specialist. Bella Kaufman, MD is the Head of the Breast Oncology Institute and a world leading breast cancer researcher and clinician.
Customized Care
The International Medical Tourism Division at Sheba provides support and assistance prior to hospitalization, including help with arranging travel and accommodations, and throughout the patient’s entire time at Sheba.

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