Center for Treatment of Digestive Tract Cancer
At the Center for Treatment of Digestive Tract Cancer, we leverage a multidisciplinary approach to effectively treat tumors of the digestive tract. Our team consists of oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, nuclear medicine experts, and pathologists who work in unison to formulate an optimal treatment plan.
An effective multidisciplinary approach to digestive cancer
At the Center for Treatment of Digestive Tract Cancer, we leverage a multidisciplinary approach to effectively treat tumors of the digestive tract. Our team consists of oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, nuclear medicine experts, and pathologists who work in unison to formulate an optimal treatment plan.
Our Team
- Head of Center: Prof. Ayala Hubert
- Coordinating Nurse: Ms. Hedva Elhanani
- Genetic Counseling: Dr. Yael Goldberg
Our Research
The center is involved in numerous research studies, aiming to innovate and improve treatment options for patients with digestive tract cancer.
Our current research focuses include:
Metastatic Colonic Cancer Treatment Study
The study and treatment of metastatic colonic cancer, especially those in the liver and operable metastases, with preoperative therapy combining Avastin, chemotherapy, and Arbitox.
First-Line Treatments for Metastatic Colonic Cancer
First-line treatment for metastatic colonic cancer, comparing the effectiveness of oxaliplatin and infusion of 5FU and Arbitox versus oxaliplatin, UFT tablets, and Arbitox.
Investigating Second-Line Treatments for GIST
Iinvestigating second-line treatments for metastatic Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST) where Gleevec treatment has not been successful.
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