Melanoma treatment in Israel: modern protocols and innovative diagnostic methods
Melanoma diagnosis in Israel allows the disease to be detected at an early stage, when treatment is most effective. Local clinics use digital mapping systems and molecular genetic tests to select personalised medications. In this article, we will look at how melanoma is treated in Israel, what technologies surgeons use, and how to access the latest immunotherapy. As a result, you will learn about the entire patient journey — from histology review to rehabilitation.
Clinics
Assuta Hospital, Israel
Assuta Hospital, Israel
Ichilov Medical Center, Israel
Ichilov Medical Center, Israel
Hadassah Medical Center, Israel
Hadassah Medical Center, Israel
Alin Rehabilitation Center, Israel
Alin Rehabilitation Center, Israel
Loewenstein Rehabilitation Center, Israel
Loewenstein Rehabilitation Center, Israel
Why is accurate melanoma diagnosis in Israel so critical?
Many patients come to us to confirm or refute a diagnosis made in their place of residence. An error in determining the type of tumour or the stage of its spread can lead to the wrong treatment protocol being chosen, resulting in a loss of precious time.
The effectiveness of skin cancer treatment directly depends on the accuracy of the pathological examination, since modern medicine treats not just the disease, but the specific genetic profile of the tumour.
To make an accurate diagnosis, Israeli centres use the following methods:
- digital dermatoscopy with the FotoFinder device to create a ‘mole map’;
- sentinel lymph node biopsy to detect micrometastases;
- review of slides and blocks by leading pathologists worldwide;
- PET-CT to rule out distant spread of the disease in the body.
Methods of treating skin cancer in accordance with international protocols
The main method remains surgical removal of melanoma in Israel, which is performed with wide safety margins to prevent recurrence. However, for later stages, medicine offers solutions that were considered experimental just a few years ago.
Israeli cancer centres use two key strategies for systemic tumour treatment:
- immunotherapy — this method activates the patient’s own immune cells (T lymphocytes) to recognise and destroy cancer, which is effective for metastatic melanoma and for prevention after surgery;
- targeted therapy — this blocks specific mutations in genes (e.g., BRAF) that cause the tumour to grow and is only prescribed after a specific mutation has been confirmed by genetic testing.
These methods allow for long-term remission even in complex clinical cases. We provide patients with access to original drugs and constant monitoring by experienced oncologists.
The best clinics and oncologists in Israel
The choice of a medical centre for melanoma treatment in Israel depends on the specialisation of doctors and the availability of innovative equipment. The best clinics in Israel for skin cancer treatment provide a multidisciplinary approach, where each case is handled by a team of a surgical oncologist, radiologist, and chemotherapist.
In our practice, we focus on public and private centres that have JCI international accreditation. This guarantees that medical services meet the most stringent safety and quality standards. The main advantages of working with leading hospitals are:
- access to clinical trials of new drugs that are not yet available on the market;
- the use of robotic systems for minimally invasive surgery;
- round-the-clock patient support from a medical coordinator;
- the possibility of remote consultations to adjust treatment after returning home.
Melanoma diagnosis in Israel gives patients confidence that they have chosen the right path. Thanks to a combination of advanced surgery and targeted drugs, Israeli medicine has one of the highest survival rates in the world.
Our company will help you organise your trip, find a specialist oncologist and provide a full translation of your medical records. Contact our specialist now to receive a personalised treatment programme.
How long does it take to diagnose melanoma in Israel?
The examination usually takes 3 to 5 working days. It includes a doctor's examination, PET-CT scan and receipt of the results of the histological examination.
Is it possible to find out the price of treatment in advance?
We provide a preliminary medical assessment based on your documents. However, the exact cost is determined only after an in-person examination and clarification of the stage of the disease.
How is melanoma immunotherapy performed, the cost of which is included in the protocol?
The drugs are administered intravenously using IV drips. The number of courses is determined by the doctor on an individual basis, based on the tumour's response to therapy.
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