Zohar Dotan

Prof. Zohar Dotan is the Head of the Urology Department at Sheba Medical Center. He is among the pioneers of robotic and laparoscopic urologic surgery in Israel. Dotan also leads the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society and holds a PhD in Genetics.

Specialization in Uro-Oncology

Prof. Dotan treats cancers of the prostate, kidney, and urinary system. He uses robotic Da Vinci prostatectomy to ensure precision during tumor removal. This minimally invasive approach helps patients recover faster with less postoperative pain. He also performs robotic radical nephrectomy and bladder removal with reconstruction.

The clinical focus includes:

• Prostate cancer including advanced and recurrent cases
• Kidney and bladder cancer
• Testicular and adrenal tumors
• Genitourinary sarcomas
• Urethral strictures and prostatic hyperplasia

Personalized Diagnostic Strategy

Prof. Dotan uses high-resolution MRI diagnostics and PET-CT with Gallium 68 (PSMA). He applies molecular and genetic tumor profiling to tailor treatment to each patient. This precision-based strategy allows him to select effective treatment plans while minimizing risks. He prioritizes organ-preserving techniques to maintain quality of life after surgery.

Academic and Research Achievements

Prof. Dotan has authored 50+ scientific publications in international medical journals. This research work includes frequent presentations as a speaker at major international medical congresses. He received awards from the American Association of Clinical Surgery for his work. These honors recognized his research into prostate cancer treatment.

Professional Experience and Leadership

• Head of the Urology Department, Sheba Medical Center
• Head of the Israeli Uro-Oncology Society
• Assistant Professor, Tel Aviv University School of Medicine

Education and International Training

• Medical Degree – Tel Aviv University School of Medicine
• PhD in Genetics – Tel Aviv University
• Urology Residency – Sheba Medical Center, Israel
• Fellowship in Uro-Oncology and Laparoscopic Surgery – Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York

Professional Memberships

• Israeli Urological Association
• American Urological Association
• European Association of Urology