Dr.ย Damienย Urban
B.Med.Sc, MBBS, Oncology Specialist
Head, Oncology Department & Director, Rapid Cancer Diagnosis Centre
corporate_fareSheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel
Damien Urban
B.Med.Sc, MBBS, Oncology Specialist
Dr. Damien Urban is a senior medical oncologist and the Head of the Oncology Department at the Cancer Centre, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel. He also serves as Director of the Rapid Cancer Diagnosis Centre at Sheba, a multidisciplinary unit he founded to shorten the time between suspected cancer and confirmed diagnosis.
Dr. Urban completed his medical education at Monash University, Australia, earning B.Med.Sc and MBBS degrees, before completing his oncology specialisation at Sheba Medical Center in 2011. He is a Clinical Senior Lecturer in Oncology at Tel Aviv University's Faculty of Medicine, with 76 research outputs spanning peer-reviewed articles, reviews, and editorials. His clinical and academic focus is concentrated on non-small cell lung cancer, thoracic oncology, head and neck cancer, oral cancer, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and biomarker-directed treatment. In 2014, Dr. Urban received the Nanostring PanCancer Award for his work on mutations and immune response in head and neck cancer, and in 2024 he was recognised in Forbes Israel's list of best doctors.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an opinion from Dr. Urban at Sheba Medical Center.
Why Consider Dr. Damien Urban?
Dr. Urban combines clinical leadership, active research, and rapid diagnostics at one of Israel's most internationally recognised cancer centres.
Areas of Specialisation
Lung cancer, thoracic oncology, head and neck cancer, and rapid cancer diagnostics at Sheba Medical Center
Dr. Urban's clinical practice spans medical oncology, thoracic oncology, and cancer diagnostics. His academic research is especially focused on non-small cell lung cancer, immunotherapy, and biomarker-directed treatment approaches.
Lung Cancer & Thoracic Oncology
Comprehensive medical oncology for lung cancer, with a particular focus on NSCLC, advanced staging, and systemic treatment planning.
- arrow_rightAdvanced and locally advanced NSCLC treatment planning
- arrow_rightImmunotherapy for PD-L1-positive and biomarker-selected patients
- arrow_rightHER2-mutant NSCLC management including trastuzumab deruxtecan
- arrow_rightLong-term survival assessment in metastatic NSCLC
- arrow_rightChemotherapy protocols for thoracic malignancies
- arrow_rightRadiation therapy planning in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- arrow_rightBiomarker-guided treatment selection for eligible patients
Head & Neck Cancer and Oral Cancer
Oncology management for head and neck malignancies including oral cancer, with research interest in immune response and mutation profiling.
- arrow_rightMedical oncology planning for head and neck tumours
- arrow_rightOral cancer treatment within multidisciplinary settings
- arrow_rightImmune response and mutation profiling (Nanostring PanCancer research)
Rapid Cancer Diagnostics
Dr. Urban founded Sheba's Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Unit to accelerate the pathway from suspected cancer to confirmed diagnosis and treatment planning.
- arrow_rightCoordinated multidisciplinary diagnostic pathway at Sheba Medical Center
- arrow_rightIntegration of blood tests, biopsies, imaging, pathology, and nuclear medicine
- arrow_rightShortened time from cancer suspicion to confirmed diagnosis and treatment initiation
Procedures & Clinical Services
Medical oncology, systemic cancer treatment, rapid diagnostics, and second-opinion consultations
Dr. Urban provides medical oncology consultation, systemic treatment planning, cancer diagnostic coordination, and independent second-opinion assessments at Sheba Medical Center.
Lung Cancer Treatment Planning
Medical OncologyComprehensive systemic treatment planning for lung cancer, including NSCLC and HER2-mutant subtypes, using immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and biomarker-directed approaches.
Biomarker & Molecular Profiling
DiagnosisBiomarker-guided treatment selection and molecular diagnostic evaluation as part of Dr. Urban's research and clinical practice.
Rapid Cancer Diagnostic Pathway
MultidisciplinaryStreamlined multidisciplinary cancer diagnostic process at Sheba Medical Center's Rapid Cancer Diagnosis Centre, aimed at reducing diagnostic delays.
Second Opinion Consultations
Second OpinionIndependent expert review of oncology cases, particularly for lung cancer, head and neck cancer, and complex solid tumours requiring advanced treatment planning.
Research & Publications
Clinical and translational research in thoracic oncology, NSCLC, immunotherapy, and cancer diagnostics
Dr. Urban is a Clinical Senior Lecturer in Oncology at Tel Aviv University and has 76 research outputs covering NSCLC, immunotherapy, biomarker detection, and survival outcomes in metastatic lung cancer.
Dr. Urban has 76 research outputs listed by Tel Aviv University. A detailed publication list is available through the university's research information system.
Education & Training
Dr. Urban completed his medical training at Monash University, Australia, and his oncology specialisation at Sheba Medical Center, Israel.
Clinical Experience
Dr. Urban has been a medical oncologist at Sheba Medical Center since completing his specialisation in 2011, rising to lead the Oncology Department and found the Rapid Cancer Diagnosis Centre. He also serves as a Clinical Senior Lecturer in Oncology at Tel Aviv University.
Languages & International
Dr. Urban conducts consultations in the following languages.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients where required.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for patients consulting from outside Israel.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Damien Urban
CancerFax is a specialist cancer patient-navigation platform. We help international patients prepare structured medical summaries, assess treatment eligibility, and connect directly with Dr. Damien Urban's team โ with full coordination from initial inquiry to consultation.
Medical Report Review
Free review of your pathology results, imaging, molecular profiling, and treatment history โ prepared as a structured clinical summary for Dr. Damien Urban's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
CancerFax screens your case for eligibility for treatments and clinical programmes available through Dr. Damien Urban before you travel, so you arrive with a clear pathway.
Case Submission
We coordinate direct case submission to Dr. Damien Urban's department, including all documentation required for clinical review and appointment scheduling.
Appointment & Consultation Coordination
CancerFax manages appointment scheduling with Dr. Damien Urban's team, confirming availability and aligning timelines with your travel plans.
Travel, Visa & Logistics Support
We prepare visa invitation letters, provide hospital-proximity accommodation guidance, and coordinate airport transfers for international patients.
Follow-Up & Continuity of Care
After your consultation or treatment, CancerFax facilitates communication between Dr. Damien Urban's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Damien Urban
Sheba Medical Center provides international patient services for patients from around the world. CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an opinion from Dr. Urban, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Dr. Urban's verified clinical areas include lung cancer (particularly non-small cell lung cancer), thoracic oncology, head and neck cancer, and oral cancer. His academic research profile has a strong focus on NSCLC, immunotherapy response, HER2-mutant lung cancer, biomarker detection, and long-term survival outcomes.
Dr. Urban is based at Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel, where he serves as Head of the Oncology Department at the Cancer Centre and Director of the Rapid Cancer Diagnosis Centre.
Submit your medical reports through CancerFax using the 'Send Your Reports' button. The CancerFax team will review your case documents, prepare a structured summary, and coordinate the next steps with Sheba Medical Center, subject to availability and eligibility.
A second-opinion request can be submitted through CancerFax with the patient's pathology reports, imaging studies, treatment history, and molecular profiling results. The final consultation format and availability depend on the doctor's schedule and the institution's international patient pathway.
The Rapid Cancer Diagnosis Centre at Sheba Medical Center is a multidisciplinary unit founded by Dr. Urban to reduce diagnostic delays for patients with suspected cancer. It coordinates blood tests, biopsies, imaging, pathology, radiology, and nuclear medicine input in an accelerated, streamlined process to reach a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan more quickly.
Yes. Dr. Urban is a Clinical Senior Lecturer in Oncology at Tel Aviv University and has 76 research outputs. His research spans NSCLC, overall survival, immunotherapy response, HER2-mutant lung cancer, biomarker detection, and chemotherapy and radiation therapy outcomes. He also received the Nanostring PanCancer Award in 2014 for research on mutations and immune response in head and neck cancer.
Dr. Urban consults in English and Hebrew. CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for patients who require assistance in other languages.
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