Abraham Avigdor

Dr. Abraham Avigdor, MD

Director, Institute of Hematology & Co-Director, Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Division – Sheba Medical Center

Global Leader in Lymphoma, CAR-T Therapy & Advanced Hemato-Oncology

Dr. Abraham Avigdor is a highly distinguished hemato-oncologist with over 35 years of experience, specializing in the treatment of lymphomas, multiple myeloma, and complex blood cancers.

As Director of the Institute of Hematology at Sheba Medical Center, he leads one of the region’s most advanced programs in bone marrow transplantation and cellular therapies, including CAR-T treatment.

Areas of Expertise

• Lymphoma (Primary Focus)
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  Expert in all types of lymphoma, including Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
• Advanced Hemato-Oncology Treatments
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  • CAR-T Cell Therapy – pioneer in integrating CAR-T into lymphoma and myeloma treatment
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  • Bone Marrow Transplantation – both autologous and allogeneic transplants
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  • Stem Cell Therapies and advanced cellular treatments
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• Multiple Myeloma
  Personalized and innovative treatment strategies for complex cases
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• Precision Diagnostics
  Use of PET/CT imaging as a prognostic tool and integration of biological and immunological therapies
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Clinical Leadership & Innovation

Dr. Avigdor is internationally recognized for advancing modern lymphoma care, focusing on:

• Integration of immunotherapy and targeted treatments
• Development of innovative treatment protocols
• Personalized, data-driven patient management

His work has helped shape the use of CAR-T therapy as a standard option in advanced hematologic cancers.

International Research & Collaboration

Dr. Avigdor collaborates with leading global research groups, including:

• LYSA (France) – Lymphoma Study Association
• European Mantle Cell Lymphoma Network (EMCL)
• International PET Study Groups in Lymphoma & Myeloma

He has authored 130+ scientific publications, contributing significantly to advancements in lymphoma treatment and cellular therapies.

Leadership & Academic Roles

• Director, Institute of Hematology, Sheba Medical Center
• Co-Director, Hematology & Bone Marrow Transplant Division
• Founder & President, Israeli Lymphoma Working Group
• Former Chairman, Israeli Lymphoma Study Group (2011–2018)
• Senior Lecturer, Tel Aviv University
• Member, National Hematology Consultation Committee (Health Basket)
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Education & Training

• MD, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
• Residency in Internal Medicine & Hematology, Sheba Medical Center
• Postdoctoral Fellowship in Stem Cell Biology, Weizmann Institute of Science

Awards & Recognition

• Knesset Prize for excellence in medical studies
• Israeli Ministry of Health Award for outstanding physician performance
• Sackler Prize for Research Excellence, Tel Aviv University

Patient-Centered Approach

Dr. Avigdor combines decades of experience, global leadership, and cutting-edge therapies to provide highly personalized care for patients with complex blood cancers.

His approach focuses on:

• Access to the most advanced treatments worldwide
• Multidisciplinary care and precise diagnosis
• Improving survival while maintaining quality of life
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A Leading Name in Modern Hemato-Oncology

Through his leadership in CAR-T therapy, bone marrow transplantation, and lymphoma research, Dr. Avigdor offers patients access to one of the most advanced and comprehensive blood cancer programs globally.