Dr.ย Rinatย Yerushalmi
MD, Oncology
Head, Breast Oncology Clinic & Clinical Full Professor
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Rinat Yerushalmi
MD, Oncology
Prof. Rinat Yerushalmi is a senior Israeli breast cancer oncologist and Head of the Breast Oncology Clinic at the Davidoff Cancer Center, Beilinson Hospital, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel. She is also a Clinical Full Professor in Oncology at the Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, with a research record spanning three decades.
Prof. Yerushalmi's clinical and academic work is dedicated to breast cancer across the full spectrum of the disease, including early breast cancer, metastatic breast cancer, HER2-positive disease, hormone receptor-positive disease, triple-negative breast cancer, and BRCA1/2 mutation-associated breast cancer. Her treatment approach is grounded in biomarker-guided personalised medicine, incorporating chemotherapy, endocrine therapy, anti-HER2 therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy where appropriate. She heads the Breast Cancer Research Laboratory at the Felsenstein Medical Research Center, where research focuses on tumour microenvironment biology, drug resistance mechanisms, and translational immunotherapy in triple-negative breast cancer. Tel Aviv University lists 196 peer-reviewed research outputs under her academic profile, making her one of Israel's most published breast oncologists. Patients referred through CancerFax may seek Prof. Yerushalmi for complex breast cancer review, second opinions, and advanced systemic therapy planning.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking expert breast cancer opinion from Prof. Yerushalmi at Rabin Medical Center.
Why Consider Prof. Rinat Yerushalmi?
Prof. Yerushalmi brings together clinical leadership, deep research expertise, and a multidisciplinary environment at one of Israel's leading cancer centres โ making her especially relevant for patients with complex, advanced, or rare breast cancer presentations.
Areas of Specialisation
Comprehensive breast cancer care โ from early-stage through advanced and metastatic disease
Prof. Yerushalmi's practice is focused entirely on breast cancer, spanning the full range of disease subtypes and treatment modalities. Her clinical and laboratory work are closely aligned, enabling evidence-informed treatment planning for complex cases.
Metastatic & Advanced Breast Cancer
Management of systemic breast cancer, including CNS metastases, with biomarker-driven and personalised treatment strategies.
- arrow_rightAnti-HER2 therapy including first- and second-line systemic treatment planning
- arrow_rightManagement of HER2-positive disease with CNS involvement
- arrow_rightIntegration of novel HER2-directed agents where clinically indicated
- arrow_rightEndocrine therapy sequencing and CDK4/6 inhibitor strategies
- arrow_rightRecurrence risk assessment and personalised systemic treatment planning
- arrow_rightChemotherapy protocols for TNBC including neoadjuvant and metastatic settings
- arrow_rightImmunotherapy for eligible triple-negative breast cancer patients
- arrow_rightTranslational research on tumour microenvironment and drug resistance
BRCA-Associated & Hereditary Breast Cancer
Specialist management of breast cancer in patients with BRCA1/2 pathogenic variants, including treatment selection and risk counselling.
- arrow_rightTreatment planning for BRCA carriers across disease stages
- arrow_rightPARP inhibitor eligibility assessment where applicable
- arrow_rightCNS metastatic patterns and outcomes in BRCA-related breast cancer
Early Breast Cancer & Personalised Medicine
Evidence-based management of early-stage breast cancer with a focus on biomarker-guided treatment decisions and recurrence risk reduction.
- arrow_rightNeoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy, endocrine therapy, and targeted treatment
- arrow_rightOncotype DX recurrence score-informed chemotherapy decisions
- arrow_rightPersonalised medicine based on tumour biology and molecular profiling
Procedures & Clinical Services
Systemic treatment planning, biomarker-guided care, and multidisciplinary breast oncology
Prof. Yerushalmi provides comprehensive medical oncology services for breast cancer patients, with an emphasis on evidence-based systemic therapy, molecular diagnostics, and research-informed personalised care.
Systemic Cancer Treatment Planning
Medical OncologyChemotherapy, endocrine therapy, and targeted systemic treatment for early and advanced breast cancer across all molecular subtypes.
Targeted & Immunotherapy
Targeted TherapyBiomarker-guided targeted agents and immunotherapy for eligible breast cancer patients, informed by molecular profiling and clinical research.
Diagnostic & Multidisciplinary Review
MultidisciplinaryIntegrated diagnosis and multidisciplinary breast cancer management at the Davidoff Cancer Center, including pathology review, imaging correlation, and tumour board involvement.
Second Opinion for Breast Cancer
Second OpinionExpert second-opinion review for patients with complex, recurrent, advanced, or rare breast cancer presentations, including cases with BRCA mutations, CNS involvement, or prior treatment failure.
Research & Publications
Peer-reviewed contributions in breast cancer biology, treatment, and translational research
Prof. Yerushalmi has an extensive academic record in breast cancer research. Tel Aviv University lists 196 research outputs under her profile, including 172 original articles, 12 review articles, book chapters, and editorial contributions. She leads the Breast Cancer Research Laboratory at the Felsenstein Medical Research Center.
A full publication list is available via Tel Aviv University CRIS and PubMed under Rinat Yerushalmi Misheli. ORCID: 0000-0001-6221-2859.
Education & Training
Prof. Yerushalmi completed her medical education at the Technion Israel Institute of Technology and her oncology residency at Beilinson Hospital, Rabin Medical Center. She subsequently undertook a multi-year advanced oncology fellowship at Vancouver Cancer Hospital, British Columbia, Canada, before returning to Rabin Medical Center where she has built her clinical and academic career.
Clinical Experience
Prof. Yerushalmi's career has been centred at the Davidoff Cancer Center, Rabin Medical Center, where she holds the position of Head of the Breast Oncology Clinic and leads the Breast Cancer Research Laboratory at the Felsenstein Medical Research Center. In parallel, she holds a Clinical Full Professorship at Tel Aviv University's Faculty of Medicine.
Languages & International
Prof. Yerushalmi consults in the following verified languages. CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for patients who require assistance in other languages.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients consulting with Prof. Yerushalmi.
CancerFax can arrange professional medical interpreter support where required.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Rinat Yerushalmi
CancerFax is a specialist cancer patient-navigation platform. We help international patients prepare structured medical summaries, assess treatment eligibility, and connect directly with Dr. Rinat Yerushalmi'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. Rinat Yerushalmi's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
CancerFax screens your case for eligibility for treatments and clinical programmes available through Dr. Rinat Yerushalmi before you travel, so you arrive with a clear pathway.
Case Submission
We coordinate direct case submission to Dr. Rinat Yerushalmi's department, including all documentation required for clinical review and appointment scheduling.
Appointment & Consultation Coordination
CancerFax manages appointment scheduling with Dr. Rinat Yerushalmi'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. Rinat Yerushalmi's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prof. Rinat Yerushalmi
Prof. Rinat Yerushalmi specialises exclusively in breast cancer. Her clinical focus covers early breast cancer, metastatic breast cancer, HER2-positive breast cancer, hormone receptor-positive disease, triple-negative breast cancer, and BRCA1/2 mutation-associated breast cancer, including cases with CNS metastases.
Prof. Yerushalmi is based at the Davidoff Cancer Center, Beilinson Hospital, Rabin Medical Center, in Petah Tikva, Israel. She heads the Breast Oncology Clinic and the Breast Cancer Research Laboratory at the Felsenstein Medical Research Center within the same institution.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an expert breast cancer opinion from Prof. Yerushalmi at Rabin Medical Center. Access is subject to hospital availability and case acceptance. Submit your reports through CancerFax to initiate the process.
Yes. A second-opinion request can be submitted through CancerFax with the patient's pathology reports, imaging, treatment history, and relevant test results. Prof. Yerushalmi has particular experience in complex presentations including advanced, recurrent, BRCA-associated, and triple-negative breast cancer. The consultation format and availability depend on the hospital's scheduling.
Yes. BRCA1/2 mutation-associated breast cancer is a major area of both her clinical practice and published research. Her work includes studies on CNS metastatic patterns in BRCA carriers and comparative outcomes between BRCA mutation carriers and the general breast cancer population.
Submit your medical reports through CancerFax using the Send Your Reports option. The CancerFax team will review the documents, prepare the case for submission, and coordinate the next steps with the Davidoff Cancer Center team, subject to availability and case eligibility.
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