Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among men. While some types of prostate cancer progress slowly and require minimal intervention, others are more aggressive. Since each case is unique, it is important to carefully consider where you will be treated for prostate cancer.

At Sheba Medical Center, we are proud to offer a variety of advanced treatments for prostate cancer, one of the most common cancers among men. We use the latest medical imaging technologies and innovative therapies. Our medical specialists bring unique professional expertise and devotion to every patient’s care. Read further to understand why prostate cancer treatment abroad, or specifically, Israel, is an ideal choice.

Breasts are made of many different types of tissue, including fatty tissue, glands, ducts, lobes, lobules, and lymph nodes. Breast cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the breast begin to grow and divide uncontrollably and eventually form a tumor.

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). Breast cancer is the world’s most prevalent type of cancer, and in 2020 alone 2.3 million women were diagnosed with the malignancy, which also caused 685,000 deaths globally.

Melanoma typically develops in the skin, and it is one of the most aggressive types of skin cancer. Fortunately, the treatments have a very high success rate when melanoma is discovered early. At the Ella Lemelbaum Institute for the Treatment and Research of Melanoma and Skin Cancer at Sheba Medical Center, our world-class team specializes in diagnosing and treating melanoma patients with integrative, compassionate care. We are actively engaged in advanced research and therapies for this disease.

When it comes to cancer treatment, quality of care is usually the most crucial factor. In Israel, lung cancer treatment breakthroughs established the country as an international hub for cancer patients.

After conducting research on lung cancer treatment and medical breakthroughs worldwide, Aleksander (57) chose to undergo treatment at Israel’s Sheba Medical Center, miles away from his home country of Russia. “I spent a total of two months at Sheba, and I will never forget the caring and professionalism of the medical staff and the medical consultants,” says Aleksander. “The cancer had brought me down, but I got my life back thanks to the surgeons at Sheba.”

Nowadays, kidney cancer can be diagnosed much earlier than in the past – thanks to advanced technologies, new laboratory tests, and precise imaging techniques. Sheba Medical Center in Israel offers the latest diagnostics and frontline therapies for kidney (renal) cancer. As a result, we can detect kidney cancer when it is at a very early stage, enabling us to administer a variety of effective treatment options.

Head and neck cancer refers to a category of malignant tumors that develop in tissue surrounding the mouth, throat, larynx, sinuses, and nose.
At Sheba Medical Center, a multidisciplinary team comprising ENT physicians (ear, nose, and throat specialists), head and neck surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, imaging specialists, and pathologists will evaluate your condition to custom tailor the most appropriate head and neck cancer treatment in Israel.

The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is an approximately 7.6-meter-long pathway that extends from the mouth to the anus and constitutes the route foods and drinks we consume follow. Gastrointestinal cancer refers to the development of malignant tumors in the gastrointestinal tract and associated organs. It represents a heterogeneous, complex array of disorders and diseases. Cancers that occur at organs found in the upper section of the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, and small intestine, are categorized as upper GI cancers.

Gastrointestinal cancer can affect any part of the GI tract, a major organ system in your body. At Sheba Medical Center, our advanced GI Cancer Department combines a variety of therapies to treat cancer, including conventional and innovative approaches. We offer customized care from top-notch medical professionals and the latest, minimally invasive technologies. A number of our hospital divisions will collaborate to design and optimize your treatment.