Meet Our Team
Vered Cohen Herszaft
My goal is to make certain that patients’ welfare and health are being cared for within our system. This is reflected in the values I set for myself and my staff: transparency, integrity, effectiveness, and highly ethical conduct.
I believe that our patients should have each and every need addressed and that Sheba Medical Center has the resources and abilities to provide the absolute best treatment for all patients.
Prof. Yechezkel Sidi
Prof. Sidi has a long tenure with our institution, having served as the head of the Department of Internal Medicine C at Sheba Medical Center for 20 years. Prior to serving in the IDF as a medical combat officer, he completed medical school at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem (1965-1972). Prof. Sidi specialized in Internal Medicine during his time at Beilinson Medical Center. He also completed a research fellowship in Hemato-Oncology at the University of Michigan in the US.read more...
Yelena Kolesnik
Deputy Director of the Medical Tourism Department, Sheba Medical Center since 2008.
I was stationed at Sheba during my army service and it has since became my second home.
I sincerely believe that the medical care we provide at Sheba is at the highest level in Israel and the entire world. Each and every staff member of the Medical Tourism Department, including myself, will do our best to provide you with quality and professional service.
Education: Sackler School of Medicine of Tel Aviv University.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Mika Amram
My goal is to holistically manage the agent relationship and oversee the entire lifecycle of care domestically and abroad.
In order to provide patients with the optimal experience, I am in charge of streamlining processes and aim to achieve the highest standards of care.
I truly believe that doing my utmost will have a significant positive impact on patients’ welfare and health.
Languages: Hebrew, English
E-mail: medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Yulia Yusim
What I’ve learned in more than 10 years of professional experience in the Marketing, PR and Spokesmanship in the Medical and Defense Industries, is that knowledge is power, and it serves both the client and the institution. Sheba is proud to be continually offering new services for the benefit of our patients. My goal is to bring them to your knowledge, to make them accessible to you.
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Languages: Hebrew, Russian. English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Olessia Chernihovski
I am a registered nurse and have worked at Sheba Medical Center since 2005. Although my first position was in the Oncology Department, since 2012 I have worked in the International Medical Tourism Division as a Medical Consultant.
I believe that responsibility, knowledge, organization, communication skills, and a willingness to learn are essential to my career. The main purpose of my job is helping people by managing the medical examination and treatment processes.
Education:RN., M.A. from the Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Hanan Akivaev
From a young age I had realized that my care and attention to people is more than normal. Human trouble and pain is something I cannot just pass by. My job at Sheba is to deliver first response of the highest professional level. And my team is here to provide you with all the necessary information. The Call Center team is here to help and support every person that contacts us. It is a great pleasure and responsibility for us to be the first voice the patient hears over the phone when reaching out to Sheba’s Medical Tourism Division.
The medical care we provide at Sheba is of the highest level, and it is my goal is to provide you with the best experience and professionalism in order to make your arrival as smooth as possible with a pleasant experience.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Yana Sirotkin
I wish I could help all the desperate people and those who lost hope of recovering. This is why I joined the team of International Medical Tourism Division at the Sheba Medical Center.
I was born in Moscow and lived in Israel since 1991. I have over 15 years of experience in the medicine and medical equipment fields, marketing, sales, management and business development.
All these years of experience help me guide and support you all the way to recovery.
Education: MBA
Languages: Hebrew, English, Russian
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Amir Roitman
Hello everyone, my name is Amir Roitman and I‘m a medical supervisor at Sheba’s International Medical Tourism Division.
I am a registered nurse and graduated at the top of my class from the Ziva Tal nursing school at Sheba in 2017.
My personal goal is to bring the vast medical knowledge that I acquired in my studies to the field of medical tourism so that I can provide patients with the best possible care.
My goal is to make your arrival at Sheba as smooth as possible and to answer any and all questions you may have.
Languages: Hebrew, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Olya Mayzeleva
My name is Olya Mayzeleva, and I am a medical supervisor at Sheba’s International Medical Tourism Division.
I am a newly registered nurse, and I also have a B.A in managing service organizations in the field of tourism.
My job as a medical supervisor allows me to combine two fields that have great interest and meaning to me: medicine and tourism.
The goal of my job (and my life), as I see it, is to help people with their health issues, which is both important and sensitive to everyone. That is why I became a nurse.
The criteria that I hold with most importance in my job are : professionalism, respect towards patients, and being fair and open with everyone.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Michael Shtein
My name is Michael Stein, for the past 19 years I‘ve been working as a registered nurse, and it’s my 8th year working in the field of medical tourism. As a medical consultant, I consider it my mission to make sure that the patients receive the best medical care possible.
Sheba Medical Center is world renowned. That’s why we, at the International Medical Tourism Division do our best that tourists receive access to the most advanced treatment plans, some of which exist only in Israel.
The needs and wants of the patient are at the top of my priorities, that is why it’s important for me to provide the patient not only the best professional service, but a personal caring service.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Hanah Or
I am consultant at the International Department at the Sheba Hospital, since 2012.
All the things I learned in life: art, psychology, business, taught me a lot, but to learn what I am? I learned it here, at the hospital!
I make every effort to help patient’s tourists to get the best treatment at the best hospital in the Middle East.
I believe that we are all humans, and we all need and deserve compassion and love and all of us are equal before god. This is the guiding principle of my work.
I see my work as an important value to help humans, and dealing with people at the hospital, make me strive to be a better person, more generous, and more compassion.
I am good listening and I have the empathy needed, and the ability to identified with people, to feel what they are feeling, and treat them with respected, compassion and generosity.
In my life, I have experienced in ups and downs, but I always remain a very happy and optimistic person. On the other hand I am very diligence and well-focused.
I will keep going on my job, no matter what. I love what I am doing and the team I am working with.
I know how to speak up and express my thoughts and ideas clearly, directly, honestly and above all respect for others.
Languages: Hebrew, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Daria Bogdanov
During my work at Sheba Medical Center I plunged into a very important area - health and service. Every time my patients are satisfied with the service they received and thank us, I feel genuine pride and joy. Despite the complexity of this profession, I really love my job! I am always glad to help my patients and will do everything to make your visit to Sheba efficient and well-organized!
Languages: Hebrew, Russian
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Libi Gor
I came to Israel from Russia at the age of 14. My knowledge of languages has led me to study hospitality and tourism.
Since my first job at the age of 20 and until today I have always worked with international customers and service providers in different fields.
I believe that my vast experience in customer service has made me a compassionate person able to better understand the culture and mentality of different countries, and these qualities are also necessary in my work as a medical case manager at Sheba.
Despite the complexity of this kind of work, I find it fulfilling and hope to be successful at it for years to come.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Victoria Tsan
I am married with two children and love to travel, meet new people, and be challenged.
I do my absolute best to provide my patients with the highest care possible.
Education:
Registered Nurse
Languages: Russian, Hebrew, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Vera Gerov
Since 1999, I have been working at Sheba Medical Center, the largest hospital in Israel and the Middle East.
I work at the Medical Tourism Department, specializing in the fields of Gynecology, Gynecological Oncology, and IVF. After many years of working with people, I realize that one of the most important things in my job is finding an individual approach to each patient. This guides me in my daily work.
I do my best to provide my patients with the best quality of care. This includes organizing services at all stages of treatment and diagnosis, translation of documents, and support. I am personally proud and happy to have helped many couples realize their dream of becoming parents. I consider this my mission in my career.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Elena Livshitz
I have been working in the field of medical tourism for over 10 years. Initially I was drawn to this job because of the personal touch I am able to provide during patients’ most difficult hours. Coming from a clinical as well as an educational background, I have the set of professional tools that allows me to be of assistance to all types of patients. My strong belief is to treat everyone with the respect and tolerance they require.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Galit Goman
My name is Galit Goman and I‘m Tom’s mother, he is my greatest love.
I enjoy helping people to feel like they are home, even when they are far away…
I will do my best to make you feel comfortable and welcome with us.
I provide my patients the highest level of care possible as it is my mission when you decide to get treatment at the best hospital in the Middle East.
I learned natural medicine for 8 years and I’m a big believer in combining it with modern medicine to get the best result to make you feel better.
Languages: Hebrew, English, Russian
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Rimma Pustovoitovsky
I was born in the former Soviet Union and came to Israel as a teenager. Once here, I completed my higher education and served in the IDF. Also, my family and I lived in Germany from 2001-2008. Having experienced living in a foreign country, I can easily understand the feeling of being a patient far from home.
I will do my best to make you feel comfortable and welcome with us. For me, the most rewarding moments in my job are hearing a doctor saying, "Your child is healthy."
Education: Social worker and MA in Public Policy
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Milana Tilyuk
Your child’s recovery is my reward. I will do my best to organize swift and high-quality treatment during your stay at the hospital. I hope that you will spend this difficult period with minimal discomfort in our warm and supporting environment.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Janna Kalontarov
I am married and a mother of two children. I started working as a medical coordinator at Sheba Medical Center more than 13 years ago. I graduated from a medically oriented high school and continued my education to become a lab assistant.
I really love my job - I like helping people, and I will be delighted to help with every aspect of your treatment at our medical center.
Language: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Larisa Grodberg
I am married and have two adult children. Despite being a conservatorium graduate concert pianist, at some point in my life, I decided to switch to medicine - one of the best decisions I ever made! I now have an education in paramedicine.
I have worked with patients not only from nations of the former Soviet Union, but also from Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. I am privileged that I have had the opportunity to help so many people in need of medical treatment and helping them cope with all the difficulties of being away from home. Seeing positive results is the source of great joy for me.
Education: Para-Medical Education
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Ilona Brom
I have worked at Sheba Medical Center since 2012 as a medical coordinator specializing in Pulmonary Oncology and Gastroenterology.
I immigrated to Israel 25 years ago from Belarus. Since childhood, I have wanted to become a nurse. After graduating from high school, I studied at a medical institute and achieved my dream of becoming a nurse.
In my opinion, the nursing profession carries much responsibility, but when I’m able to tell a patient that they’ve made a full recovery, that is the most satisfying and beautiful thing imaginable. I will always make every effort to ensure you receive the highest quality of medical service.
Education: Medical Institute
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Natalia Batyuk
For the last 5 years I have been working with breast cancer patients at the largest and best medical center in Israel - Sheba Medical Center (a JCI- Accredited Academic Medical Center.)
I will be happy to accompany you upon arrival to our remarkable Breast Cancer Clinic, and assist you in every way until your treatment is finished.
Languages: Hebrew, Ukrainian, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Tamara Niazov
I have been working in the Medical Tourism Department at Sheba Medical Center since 2012. For 5 years I’ve coordinated ophthalmology, endocrinology and otolaryngology treatments for our patients.
Subsequently, I took up the post of economic coordinator for the International Medical Tourism Division.
I cannot remain indifferent to human suffering. From my own experience, I know there are many different and unexpected turns in life that could put any of us in a difficult situation at any time. Therefore, I always strive to give attention and empathy to those struggling to overcome difficulties
Education: Social worker and MA in Public Policy
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Irina Tsikanovsky
I have worked at Sheba Medical Center since 1993, and my job is to provide our patients with prices and facilitate payments for medical services.
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
Yana Boguslavsky
I have been working in the International Medical Tourism Division at Sheba Medical Center for the past 15 years. I love my job because it allows me to communicate with many different people and learn about various diseases and treatments. Most importantly, helping people gives me real pleasure and satisfaction. We sincerely hope that we will be able to help you as well.
Education: Faculty of Medical Technology College
Languages: Hebrew, Russian, English
E-mail:medical.tourism@sheba.health.gov.il
Tel: +972-3530-8100
