The Meirav Breast Cancer Center

The Meirav Breast Cancer Center is part of the Department of Surgical Oncology in the Division of Surgery at the Acute Care Hospital. This department is recognized as a top-tier surgical oncology unit in Israel.

Other advanced services provided by the Department of Surgical Oncology include:

• Treatment of Incurable Cancer with Surgery and Heated Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
• Laboratory of Genomic Applications in Surgical Oncology
• The Surgical Oncology lab

Breasts are made of many different types of tissues, including fatty tissue, glands, ducts, lobes, lobules, and lymph nodes. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast mutate and grow uncontrollably, leading to the development of a tumor – expressed as a lump or mass. When left untreated, cancer cells may metastasize through the breast to lymph nodes or other organs, complicating treatment. In contrast, when breast cancer is diagnosed early and localized, the success of treatment is extraordinarily high.

About 80% of all breast cancer cases begin in the milk ducts (ductal carcinoma), and about 10% of cases originate in the glands or lobes that produce milk (lobular carcinoma). Each type of breast cancer may be classified according to where it originated in the breast, whether it is invasive or non-invasive, and whether it is fueled by proteins or hormones.

Breast cancer is often discovered initially by detecting a lump in the breast, which is why self-exams and breast cancer screening are critical for early detection. It’s important to note that not all lumps are cancerous; further diagnostic imaging and testing is required to confirm or rule out breast cancer.

The Meirav Breast Cancer Center is a unique facility that gives women all the care they need conveniently under one roof. We understand that the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of breast cancer can place a huge toll on every woman and her family, so we strive to create a very efficient and comfortable experience. To optimize and personalize each patient’s therapy and follow-up, our team of specialists meets for weekly planning discussions.

Our multidisciplinary approach ensures that every woman benefits from a range of supportive services, such as nutritional and genetic counseling, physical therapy, psychosocial programs, and associated endocrinological and gynecological care. We go way beyond just treating breast cancer, attending to every patient’s overall health and quality of life.