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Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClearing The AirListen as Dr. Neville Berkman discusses what pneumonia is, how it differs from other respiratory illnesses, and why it remains dangerous. He also addresses common misconceptions, the role of vaccines in prevention, and lifestyle factors that affect lung health.
2026-01-2228 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineTo Your Health: The Best of Hadassah on CallThe episode features the top episodes of 2025 of the Hadassah On Call podcast.
2026-01-1638 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineCourage in ConflictIn this episode, we welcome Gidon Melmed, executive director of Hadassah in Israel. He discusses Hadassah's response during the 2023 Hamas crisis, advances in oncology, neurology, AI and surgical robotics, and its recognition by Newsweek as a top smart hospital.
2025-12-0424 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBelow the Belt: Prostate MattersWe're kicking off the seventh season with a straight-talking guide to men's health that every family should hear. Our guest is Dr. Ofer Gofrit, chair of the Urology Department at the Hadassah Medical Organization.
2025-09-1931 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineRehab ReimaginedIn this episode, host Maayan Hoffman discusses with Dr. Elior Moreh the incredible work being carried out at Hadassah's Gandel Rehabilitation Center. The episode delves into the impact of the recent war on rehabilitation needs and Hadassah's comprehensive approach to recovery.
2025-08-2037 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineUpacking TraumaIn this episode, Dr. Shiri Ben-David, Hadassah's chief psychologist, explores how trauma has gripped Israeli society since October 7, 2023—and what it means to heal.
2025-07-2234 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicinePaging Doctor A.I.Listen as two of Hadassah's specialists discuss the future potential of AI in medicine. They talk about two medical breakthroughs at Hadassah that are changing the face of cancer detection and treatment in Israel—and beyond.
2025-06-1732 min
De Top van NederlandWZOA over de rol van minister Fleur Agema in de apothekers-cao onderhandelingenDe onderhandelingen rondom de nieuwe cao voor apothekers mondde uit in een flinke rel. Zo bleek uit verschillende berichtgeving in het afgelopen jaar. Werkgevers wilde misschien wel meer bieden aan het personeel, maar was daarin óók afhankelijk van de politiek. Daardoor bevond de WZOA zich tussen wal en schip. In ‘De top van Nederland’ heeft presentator Thomas van Zijl een uitgebreid gesprek met Karin Beuning, voorzitter van werkgeversorganisatie WZOA Over WZOA De WZOA is de werkgeversvereniging van de apothekers. Zij behartigen de belangen van de werkgevers van de zelfstandig openbare apothekers in Nederland. Over Thomas v...
2025-05-2222 min
Zakendoen | BNRKarin Beuning (WZOA) over de slepende apothekers-cao onderhandelingenApothekers hebben na een maandenlange soap eindelijk een overeenkomst weten te bereiken met de werkgevers. Ze mogen rekenen op een forse loonstijging, maar liefst twintig procent over de komende twee jaar. Helemaal vast staat het echter nog niet, omdat het enkel een hoofdlijnenakkoord betreft en het daadwerkelijke cao nog getekend moet worden. Wat staat op dit moment dat nog in de weg? En waarom zijn de onderhandelingen afgelopen najaar zo uit de hand gelopen? Karin Beuning, voorzitter van werkgeversorganisatie WZOA, is te gast in BNR Zakendoen. Macro met Mujagić/Boot Elke dag een intri...
2025-05-221h 56
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineMidwifery: Bump, Baby & BeyondCertified nurse-midwife Gila Zarbiv speaks candidly about the unique model of care that midwives offer — from pregnancy to postpartum — and why she believes Israel must give women greater access to midwives outside the hospital.
2025-05-2130 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineNavigating the Autism SpectrumWhat causes autism? Can autism be cured with medication? What does the spectrum truly mean? All these questions and more are answered by Dr. Ariel Tenenbaum, head of the pediatric department and director of the Down syndrome clinic at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem.
2025-04-1733 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSmall Patients, Big EmergenciesAs a parent, do you know when to call an ambulance for your child's emergency and what the most common pediatric emergencies are? Dr. Saar Hashavya, head of the Pediatric Emergency Department at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem, gives listeners an inside look into the emergency room.
2025-03-2540 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineIn Sync: Heart & GutEver wonder what your heart's connection is to your gut? Dr. Rabea Asleh, director of the Heart Failure Unit & Cardiovascular Research Center at the Hadassah Medical Organization, discusses the connection and how it influences our immune function and cardiovascular health.
2025-02-2729 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineAgeless IntimacyLet's talk about sex, literally! Hadassah sex expert, nurse, and tenured senior lecturer Dr. Anna Woloski Wruble leads our conversation about sexual health and intimacy for older adults as we age on the newest episode.
2025-01-2952 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineContagion Conversation COVID-19, Flu, Mpox, West Nile and even crocodile bites? We're talking viruses, new pandemics, and the importance of proper vaccination before international travel with Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases expert Dr. Jacob Strahilevitz.
2025-01-0739 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineFighting for Breath: Examining Lung CancerIn our newest episode, we're tackling lung cancer and the complexities of distinguishing between a common cough and something more serious. Listen as our expert discusses development, early detection, and innovative treatments, including precision medicine and immunotherapy.
2024-12-2634 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineWe've got Your Back In this month's episode, Dr. Josh Schroeder, head of the Spinal Deformities Surgery department at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem, shares groundbreaking advancements in surgical techniques, how spinal fractures can dramatically affect quality of life, and much more on back health.
2024-09-1827 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineImmunity Unraveled In this month's episode Dr. Yuval Tal, director of the Allergy and Clinical Immunology Unit at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem shares the latest advancements in clinical immunology, focusing on personalized treatments and biological medicine.
2024-07-1728 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineColon Cancer, Gut Grief and Stool Secrets Poor nutrition habits, poor gut health, and changes in bowel movements are some of the most common indicators of serious health issues. Listen as Hadassah expert Dr. David Hakimian, a senior gastroenterologist, discusses symptoms, ways to improve, and much more.
2024-06-2724 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Invisible Wound: Living with PTSDIn the aftermath of the attack on Israel on October 7, the Hadassah Medical Organization's chief psychologist discusses how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can affect individuals who have experienced traumatic events as well as those close to them.
2024-05-1530 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineYour Best Foot ForwardHow important are the correct shoes? Is foot health only crucial if you are diabetic? Simple fractures, arthritis—what are the new treatments? In this episode, we're talking to Dr. Yechiel Gellman, senior foot and ankle surgeon at the Hadassah Medical Organization.
2024-04-2626 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in Medicine#EndTheSilence: Addressing Sexual ViolenceIn this special episode, we sit down with Dr. Dvora Bauman, director of the Bat Ami Center for Victims of Sexual Abuse. She sheds light on the pressing issue of sexual violence stemming from the October 7 Hamas massacre in Israel, its implications, and the challenges ahead.
2024-03-2029 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicinePulse Check: Beating Heart DiseaseListen as Donna Zfat-Zwas, MD, MPH, Director of the Linda Joy Pullin Cardiovascular Wellness Institute for Women of the Hadassah Medical Organization, discusses new procedures, diet tips, and much more to reduce your risk of heart disease.
2024-02-1532 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineAll Ears: Hearing Loss Treatments & TrendsDr. Michal Kaufman, head of the Ear Surgery and Cochlear Transplantation Center at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem, talks us through the causes and treatments of hearing loss.
2024-01-1937 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineHadassah On the Ground: In Peace and War - December BriefingIn the fourth episode and third briefing of our special Hadassah On The Ground updates, we hear from Hadassah Medical Organization leaders and physicians and how they are treating the patients who have suffered severe psychological trauma following the attacks.
2023-12-1445 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSpecial Episode: At War: Heal Israel Now - Part 3In the third episode of our special At War: Heal Israel Now briefings, we hear from Hadassah Medical Organization leaders and physicians, as well as grateful patients, working to support Hadassah hospitals, which together have treated more than 200 wounded soldiers and civilians.
2023-11-1548 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSpecial Episode: At War: Heal Israel Now - Part 1In part 1 of a special two-part episode, hear how Hadassah has been providing vital medical care to soldiers, civilians and displaced families since the start of Israel's war with Hamas.
2023-10-3033 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSpecial Episode: At War: Heal Israel Now - Part 2In part 2 of a special two-part episode, hear how Hadassah has been providing vital medical care to soldiers, civilians and displaced families since the start of Israel's war with Hamas.
2023-10-3032 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineLabor, Delivery & MeThe season five opener of Hadassah On Call is discussing all things labor and delivery from the vantage point of two Hadassah expert perspectives; a doctor and head midwife.
2023-09-1341 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBreathe Easy: All About AsthmaCan your environment trigger asthma? Does asthma impact your sleep pattern? Is it genetic? We're delving into asthma causes, management and triggers with Dr. Joel Reiter, head of Hadassah Medical Organization's sleep center and a pediatric pulmonologist.
2023-08-1626 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSecrets to Living Better While Growing OlderIs it too late to live better? How many doctors do seniors really need? Can dementia be prevented or reversed? What are the most essential tips to better living as we age? We're discussing this and more with Hadassah's geriatric and rehabilitation expert, Dr. Jeremy Jacobs.
2023-07-1938 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineGut-Wrenching: Crohn's, Colitis and MoreAbdominal cramps, severe diarrhea and even rectal bleeding? We're breaking down treatment, risks, and what to avoid with inflammatory bowel diseases from the adult and child perspective with two Hadassah experts in the newest episode.
2023-06-1427 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineMelanoma: Latest on Cures, Causes and VaccinesWe're delving into melanoma with world-renowned expert Professor Michal Lotem, head of the Center for Melanoma and Cancer Immunotherapy at the Sharett Institute of Oncology.
2023-05-1725 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineClosing in on a Cure for CancerWorld-renowned Dr. Polina Stepensky, director of Hadassah's Department of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Immunotherapy, returns to discuss her groundbreaking cancer research.
2023-04-1929 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineEating Disorders: Not Just About FoodExtreme picky eating and shorter stature are just two topics linked to eating disorders. We delve into these and more in this episode with Dr. Esti Galili-Weisstub, dir. of the Herman Dana Div. of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Efrat Dreizner, coordinator of social work.
2023-03-1655 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineHeart Matters: Exploring Innovative Heart TreatmentsIn honor of American Heart Month, we're talking all things heart and a revolutionary new system capturing and removing blood clots with Dr. David Planer, director of the department of Interventional Cardiology at Hadassah Medical Organization.
2023-02-1624 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineFertility & Sperm: The LowdownOur latest episode dives into the findings of a new study showing a drastic decrease in sperm count and sperm concentration over the past decades. Listen as Professor Hagai Levine, public health physician, epidemiologist and head of the environmental health track of the Hebrew University-Hadassah School of Public Health, discusses how this can impact fertility.
2023-01-1130 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Truth About Hormones & Women's Mental Health It's a fact: hormones do affect women's mental health. Find out how they affect PMS, pre- and postpartum depression, menopause — and what the latest research tells us.
2022-12-0529 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineKids, Cancer & GenesHear the latest on childhood cancers: possible causes, bone marrow transplants and other treatments including precision medicine and ongoing research in DNA and liquid biopsies.
2022-10-1231 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineMonkeypox: Should We Hit the Panic Button?Want to stay safe during monkeypox? American-Israeli journalist Maayan Hoffman, our new host, kicks off Season 4 with Hadassah infectious disease expert Prof. Allon Moses, MD.
2022-09-1530 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineHadassah On Call: A new season. A new host.Tune in monthly as our new host interviews HMO's Doctors at the forefront of timely medical news and innovations at the Hadassah Medical Organization.
2022-09-1400 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSneeze, Itch, Cough: How Allergies Interrupt Our LivesPollen, food, pets and even light? How exactly do these types of allergies appear? When is it an allergy or something else? Is there a cure? We're talking all things allergy with Dr. Yuval Tal, director of the Allergy and Clinical Immunology Unit at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem.
2022-08-1146 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineOut of Joint: Getting to the Root of Hip and Knee PainIs joint pain simply part of aging? Can it be relieved through dietary changes or exercise? When should surgery be considered? We're talking knees, hips and joint care with Dr. Gurion Rivkin, head of the Joint Replacement Unit and Orthopedic Department at Hadassah Hospital.
2022-07-1429 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineDiabetes: A Word, Not A SentenceCan diabetes be reversed? Could having COVID-19 increase my risk? Is it really in my DNA? We're talking types, triggers and tools in managing diabetes in our latest episode with Prof. Avivit Cahn, MD, endocrinologist and attending physician at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem.
2022-06-1447 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Future Is Now: Precision Medicine, Stem Cells & MoreProf. Yoram Weiss, MD, acting director general of the Hadassah Medical Organization, talks about leading the organization through dual crises, personalized medicine, and how Hadassah is using emerging technologies to reshape medical care in the latest episode of Hadassah On Call.
2022-05-1144 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineUkraine Dispatch: Healing Meets HumanityThe Ukraine war is now the largest refugee crisis since World War II. Hadassah Medical Organization is dispatching medical teams to meet the Ukrainians and provide assistance when they cross the border into Poland. In this episode, three Hadassah leaders discuss their medical involvement in this humanitarian mission.
2022-04-1353 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineOvarian Cancer: Understanding the Silent KillerTreatments and new hope in detection? We're talking ovarian cancer with Dr. Tamar Perri, director of the Gynecologic Oncology Department and her former patient, Dr. Rivka Brooks, a founding director of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, at Hadassah Medical Organization.
2022-03-1636 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineYou, Me & PTSDWhat is PTSD? Can it be cured? How common is it? Listen as Hadassah Medical Organization psychiatry experts Prof. Omer Bonne, Dr. Inbal Reuveni and Dr. Shlomo Rahmani Zwi-Ran discuss the complexities of diagnosing and treating PTSD.
2022-02-1642 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineHealthy Bones. Can We Grow New Ones?Have you ever wondered if you could regrow your bones after injury? Or how to strengthen your bones? All this and more bone-related questions answered by guest Dr. Amir Haze, MD, PhD, head orthopedic surgeon and researcher at the Foot and Ankle Unit, Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem.
2022-01-2625 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineIt's All in Your Head: Why Headaches MatterHow serious is my headache? Why is it lingering and what really triggered this? All these questions answered and more in the newest episode of Hadassah On Call. Listen as host Benyamin talks with Dr. Maxim Bauer, Hadassah senior neurologist, Pain Medicine and Movement Disorders Fellow at Hadassah Medical Organization.
2021-11-1037 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBreast Cancer: Early Detection, Higher Risks and the Effect of COVID-19 - New Updates!We've updated last year's Breast Cancer Awareness Month episode just for you! Listen as host Benyamin Cohen interviews Professor Beatrice Uziely, head of Hadassah's Oncology ambulatory services unit and Dr Paluch-Shimon, director of the Breast Oncology Program. We'd added few updates from both doctors on breast cancer treatments and new details of coping with breast cancer in the wake of Covid-19.
2021-10-2044 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineNew Hope in the Fight Against COVID-19In our newest episode, we're updating you on all things COVID-19 and introducing you to a medical pioneer. Prof. Dror Mevorach, director of the Rheumatology Research Center and head of one of the COVID units at Hadassah Medical Organization is at the forefront of a new experimental Israeli drug called Allocetra™. It's helping critically ill COVID-19 patients stay alive. Hear more about the drug, the clinical trials and how Hadassah hospitals are managing the mental well being of its staff during this time.
2021-09-0134 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineCan't Sleep? Here's What Keeping Us AwakeAccording to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), at least 1 in 3 people aren't getting enough sleep. Wondering why, what you can do that may help and if this could impact your overall health? In our newest episode, listen as Dr. Joel Reiter, head of Hadassah Medical Organization's sleep clinic discusses how sleep, lack of it and its related disorders, especially after COVID-19 may just need to be at the top of your health priorities
2021-07-1448 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineStrokes: Risk Factors, Treatments and COVID-19 Long-haulersAs the world continues to reopen after a global pandemic, we check in and revisit Dr. Ronen Leker, the director of the Stroke Unit and The Peritz and Chantel Scheinberg Cerebrovascular Disease Research Laboratory at the Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem. Dr. Leker is talking with host Benyamin Cohen about the link between stroke and COVID-19 long-haulers, stroke treatments and his research.
2021-06-1638 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Myths of Menopause Debunked and Much MoreThe beginning of menopause, for many women, can be greeted with mixed emotions. How long will it last? Are there hormone therapies or natural supplements available to help through this process? Most of all, how will it affect a woman's body and daily routine? All these questions and more are answered by this month's guest, Dr. Drorit Hochner, a senior physician in the OB/GYN department at Hadassah Hospital Mt. Scopus. Dr. Hochner talks with our host Benyamin Cohen, to weigh in on all things menopause.
2021-05-1238 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBeyond the Basics of Infertility TreatmentsIn vitro fertilization (IVF) is a complex series of procedures used to help with fertility and aid in the conception of a child. Yet, there are other elements to consider with infertility. Could it be genetics, male infertility and now, COVID-19? Our guest this month is a Hadassah infertility expert and lucky for us, she's just in time for National Infertility Week. Listen as our host discusses infertility with Dr. Anat Hershko Klement, Director of the IVF Unit at Hadassah Hospital's Mount Scopus campus.
2021-04-0739 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineCauses, Groundbreaking Treatment and Living with Multiple SclerosisMultiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and changes the way nerves work causing anything from paralysis to brain damage. Almost 3 million people worldwide live with MS; this means every 5 minutes, someone in the world is diagnosed. In this episode, one of the foremost experts in the world Dr. Dimitrios Karussis, Director of the MS Center at Hadassah Medical Organization discusses his groundbreaking research and what every patient should have when battling MS.
2021-03-1044 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBreakthroughs, Risks and Warning Signs: An Insider's Tips for a Healthy HeartDid you know that bad breath and gut issues can be related to heart disease? February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness and discuss heart disease prevention. In Newsweek's 2021 rankings, Hadassah Hospital is recognized as one of the top cardiology hospitals. In this episode, hear from one of the premier heart specialists at Hadassah, Dr. Offer Amir, Director of the Irma and Paul Milstein Heart Center. Listen as he informs how Hadassah is saving lives faster, COVID and much more.
2021-02-1040 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineParkinson's Disease: Surprising New Treatments and The Race For a CureWhile doctors do not know exactly what causes Parkinson's disease (PD), it is a disease that cripples almost one percent of the population. The number of people with PD is expected to be over 12 million by 2040. In this episode, listen as Professor Dana Ekstein, Chair of the Department of Neurology and Co-Director of the Epilepsy Center at Hadassah hospital and Dr. David Arkadir, Hadassah Senior Neurologist, specializing in Parkinson's disease and Movement Disorders discuss how Israel searches for a cure.
2021-01-1344 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicinePost-COVID Health Issues and Life After the PandemicAs of November 2020, there are reportedly 55 million people worldwide who have been infected by COVID-19, with over 1.3 million succumbing to the deadly disease. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Neville Berkman, the head of a new clinic at Hadassah Hospital Ein Kerem, specifically designed for recovered COVID-19 patients who are experiencing post-COVID complications. Find out about the state of the virus in Israel, a vaccine update and when he thinks we will be living in a COVID-free world.
2020-11-1943 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBreast Cancer: Early Detection, Higher Risks and the Effect of COVID-19As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, host Benyamin Cohen sits down with two of the Hadassah's breast cancer pioneers in the oncology department. Listen as he speaks with Professor Beatrice Uziely, head of Hadassah's Oncology ambulatory services unit and Dr. Paluch-Shimon, director of the Breast Oncology Program to discuss all things breast cancer and how patients are coping in the wake of the COVID-19 virus.
2020-10-2841 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineLegacy and a Passion for Healing with Dr. Aron PopovtzerWhat's new and exciting in the world of cancer research and treatment? Host Benyamin find out in his conversation with Dr. Aron Popovtzer, Hadassah's new director of the Sharett Institute of Oncology. He'll fill us in on his pioneering new form of radiation treatment that reduces toxicity, how Hadassah continues to lead the way in detecting cancer early, how cancer patients are dealing with the second outbreak of COVID-19, his special connection to Hadassah, and much more.
2020-10-0840 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineDoing It Her Way with Dr. Polina StepenskyWe're kicking off the newest season of Hadassah On Call with world-renowned medical expert Dr. Polina Stepensky. Currently, director of the Hadassah Medical Organization's Department of Bone Marrow Transplantation and Immunotherapy for Adults and Children, Dr. Stepensky joins host Benyamin Cohen to discuss why her work and research have made her the leading expert in her field with an over 90 percent success rate.
2020-09-0936 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBehind the Scenes of Hadassah's ICUDr. Vernon Van Heerden is currently the head of the Hadassah Hospital's General Intensive Care Unit. Born in South Africa, Dr. Van Heerden is a specialist in anesthesia and critical care. In this new episode, recorded before the coronavirus outbreak, we chatted with him about what makes Hadassah's ICUs unique, his work and an intriguing study he's working on related to doctor burnout.
2020-08-1333 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineUncovering New Ways to Treat Kidney Disease in ChildrenIn this episode, host Benyamin sits down with co-director of Hadassah's leading tuberous sclerosis clinic Dr. Oded Volevensky. Volevensky discusses the multidisciplinary clinic that offers new ways of treating children with kidney disease while shedding light on his groundbreaking research.
2020-07-1637 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Many Paths to ParenthoodThe World Health Organization notes one in every four couples in developing countries is affected by infertility. It defines it as a disease of the reproductive system that can result in disability. Hadassah is raising awareness about infertility with its newest initiative reConceiving Infertility. In this episode, host Benyamin talks with Dr. Hananel Holzer, Director of the REI (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility) and IVF (Invitro Fertilization) Departments at the Hadassah Medical Organization.
2020-06-1044 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineALS and When Can We Really Expect A Cure?What's the latest research and treatments for this disease that was made famous by the Ice Bucket Challenge and a famous baseball player? Our resident expert is here to fill us in. Dr. Marc Gotkine, head of Hadassah's ALS clinic at the Hadassah Medical Organization talks with our host Benyamin Cohen about all things ALS.
2020-05-2137 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineWhere Are We Now? COVID-19 UpdateAs of Thursday, April 16, the World Health Organization, reported the global number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 were 1,991,562 people, with 130,885 deaths and still growing. Now a global pandemic, with most of the world on mandated quarantine, our host Benyamin Cohen revisits Hadassah infectious disease expert Dr. Ran Nir-Paz to discuss the state of the virus, new treatments and protocols that HMO doctors are working on and what will the new "normal" look like in our future.
2020-04-1737 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineFace to Face with The CoronavirusCoronaviruses are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to severe diseases such as MERS and SARS. In December 2019, a new strain of the coronavirus was discovered. With 9 deaths being reported in the United States at the time of this episode, worldwide expert Dr. Ran Nir-Paz, who just returned from Japan where he treated patients exposed to the disease, discusses the state of the Coronavirus with our host Benyamin Cohen while he is under quarantine at his home in Jerusalem.
2020-03-0534 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineWhen Gender Matters: Heart Disease in WomenDr. Donna Zvat-Zwas is a cardiologist and the Director of the Linda Joy Pollin Cardiovascular Wellness Center for Women at Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem. In this episode, our host Benyamin Cohen talks to Dr. Zwas and special guest Barbara Sofer about some of the various projects that the center is working on, how women are uniquely impacted by this disease, and offers some simple tips besides dieting to improve our heart health.
2020-02-1434 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineTiming Is Everything for Hadassah's Director of Obstetrics and GynecologyIs there ever a right time to have a baby? Dr. Asnat Walfisch, Director of Hadassah's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mt. Scopus definitely believes that there is an optimal time for a baby's delivery if it can be helped. As a physician and the director of a High-Risk Pregnancy Unit, she treats women suffering from various placenta related pregnancy complications. In this episode, you'll hear about her research and how the timing of birth can be the deciding factor in pregnancy complications and long term health of the mother and offspring.
2020-01-1633 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineIsrael is Leading the Way in Neonatal Care and Here's WhyDr. Smadar Eventov-Friedman is the Director of Hadassah Hospital's Department of Neonatology. Recently awarded the Outstanding Neonatal Unit award from Israel's Ministry of Health, her unit as she describes it, is a bridge between obstetrics and pediatrics, offering a unique approach to neonatology. In this episode she gives more insight into her growing field, shares inspiring stories of miracle babies and lets listeners in on what fathers can do to help welcome their newest addition safely.
2019-12-1928 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineIsrael's Unique Place for Treating Disorders of Sexual DevelopmentDr. David Zangen has performed groundbreaking research in ambiguous genitalia and ovarian development and the BRCA2 gene. He is the Director, Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at Hadassah Hospital Mt. Scopus. Hear about Dr. Zangen's groundbreaking research, unique patient stories, and what he believes is his personal contribution to building bridges to peace. Special guest co-host Barbara Sofer, Director of Public Relations, Hadassah Office in Israel joins this episode.
2019-11-2739 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Future is Now: Corneal Transplants and Eye BanksThis episode of Hadassah On Call featuring Cornea Specialist, Senior Ophthalmologist and Surgeon Dr. Itay Lavi, is a real eye-opener! Released in October for Eye Injury Prevention Month and World Sight Day, a global event to draw attention to blindness and vision impairment. Dr. Lavi talks to our new host Benyamin Cohen about innovations in cornea replacement and how he was able to reverse total blindness in one of his patients.
2019-10-1630 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThis Israeli Midwife Believes It Is Her CallingUS-born midwife Gila Zarbiv talks about her lifelong passion for Israel and why she became a professional nurse midwife. In this episode, you'll hear about her research on the impact #MeToo has on OB/GYNs and midwives, and what it's like to help women of all faiths at Hadassah Hospital.
2019-09-1132 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineMeasles: What You'll Need to Know About This New Outbreak in the US and in IsraelThe World Health Organization reported a 300% increase in measles cases globally in the first quarter of 2019, compared with the same time last year. Dr. Allon E. Moses, provides the most important information to protect yourself and your family from this preventable disease. Dr. Moses is the head of Hadassah Medical Organization's Center for Infectious Diseases, in Jerusalem. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control), in the decade before 1963, the year the measles vaccine became available, most American children contracted measles before they turned 15. As a result, health professionals studying this infectious disease, have not seen a significant record of m...
2019-06-0317 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineTreating Heart Attacks in Record Time with the Most Advanced TechnologyProfessor Haim Dannenberg, head of Hadassah's new Paul and Irma Milstein Heart Center at Hadassah Medical Organization discusses how Hadassah is revolutionizing the treatment of heart disorders and offers his best advice on prevention of heart disease.
2019-04-1514 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineCauses of a Stroke and How it Can be PreventedIn this episode of Hadassah on Call, Dr. Ronen Leker, a leading expert at Hadassah Medical Organization, discusses stroke and how he and his team of researchers are leading the way in exploring a novel cutting-edge stem cell treatment to reverse the disability a stroke leaves in its wake.
2019-03-2119 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineMake No Bones About it: Osteoporosis AdvancementsRenowned Osteoporosis expert Prof. A. Joseph Foldes talks about everything from treatment options, conditions that may lead to the disease and other surprising diseases that may be linked to Osteoporosis. He also discusses risk factors that could lead to damaging bone fractures.
2019-01-0813 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineWorld AIDS Day 2018: Hadassah Doctor Searches for a Cure2018 marked the 30th Anniversary of World AIDS Day. Globally there are 37 million people living with HIV and a quarter do not know they have the virus. Dr. Hila Elinav of Hadassah Hospital discusses her work with HIV-infected mothers, the stigma around being tested, and why it is vital to Know Your Status.
2018-11-2717 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineAfter Pittsburgh, Hadassah Expert Offers Coping Strategies for ChildrenWhat do you tell children in the aftermath of terrifying violence like we Americans just witnessed in the Squirrel Hill synagogue in Pittsburgh? What red flags must we be alert to in our children? How do we fortify ourselves so we can guide our children toward a return to normal life? World-renowned psychiatrist, Prof. Esti Galili-Weisstub of the Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem, has traveled to countless cities--from Berlin to Kiev to Las Vegas--to share her expertise in helping 800 children overcome the post-traumatic stress they experienced as victims of terror and other tragic events in Israel
2018-10-3120 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineCeliac Disease AwarenessHadassah's Celiac Disease expert delves into the disease's relationship to dental issues, and obesity. He shares surprising ways of identifying and managing this disease, and the exciting research underway at Hadassah Medical Organization.
2018-10-1716 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineProtecting Hospitals and Patients from Antibiotic-Resistant BacteriaIn this fascinating episode, Professor Alon Moses, discusses the alarming increase in infections by bacteria resistant to all existent antibiotics, the best ways to prevent the spread of hospital infections, and his new ground breaking bacteriophages therapy. This therapy uses a type of virus that efficiently and accurately attacks only their target bacteria.
2018-09-1217 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineSexual Abuse and the Bat Ami CenterHadassah Medical Organization's Bat Ami Center for Victims of Sexual Abuse was established in 2009. Open 24 hours a day, the primary goal of the treatment at the Center is to return control to the victim. Our guest in this episode, Dr. Dvora Bauman, MD, Director of the Bat Ami Center, discusses the current state of sexual abuse, #metoo, and how her philosophy of care is a bit different than what many people might be used to seeing for victims of sexual abuse.
2018-08-1619 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in Medicine100 Years in Sight. The Hadassah Medical Organization - A Century Eye Care InnovationHadassah Medical Organization actually began with eye care. One hundred years later, Hadassah's outstanding ophthalmology department marked its centennial. Dr. Itay Chowers joins the show to share fascinating stories of groundbreaking treatments, his vision and goals as the new Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology, and exciting innovations and research going on in eye care today.
2018-06-0413 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineNurses Specialized in Trauma, Compassion While Saving LivesNurses are some of society's most precious resources, and the nurses at Hadassah Medical Organization are dedicated to taking care of traumatic injuries with a compassion and caring that puts them at the forefront of advanced medicine. Julie Benbenishty, an Intensive Care Nurse at Hadassah who serves as the Trauma Nurse Coordinator at Hadassah Ein Kerem, is here to share her story about why she became a nurse, being a volunteer for Nurses of the Middle East, and why she has spent most of her career at Hadassah Hospital.
2018-04-1015 minHadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineBacks to the Future: Hadassah's Groundbreaking Robotic SurgeryIn this inspiring interview, Josh Schroeder, MD, spine specialist and senior surgeon at Hadassah Medical Organization's orthopedic department, describes his two recent groundbreaking, surgical techniques: a two-robot reconstructive surgery and the world's first robot-aided repair of a severe spinal fracture. He also talks about his experience as a military doctor and volunteer work at a Ugandan refugee camp.
2018-03-1213 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Exciting Future of Stem Cells - Part 2In part two of this incredible episode, Prof. Benjamin Reubinoff, MD, Ph.D, world-renowned stem cell pioneer and director of the Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research Center at the Hadassah Medical Organization, joins the show to discuss his research and to share the exciting news, that treatments or cures for diseases like age-related macular degeneration, ALS, MS, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and diabetes could be a reality in the foreseeable future.
2018-02-2115 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Exciting Future of Stem Cells - Part 1Twenty years ago, when stem cell therapy was highly regulated in the United States (as late as 2006) , it was well underway in Hadassah Medical Organization's labs. The exciting news is that treatments or cures for diseases like age-related macular degeneration, ALS, MS, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and diabetes, could be a reality in the foreseeable future. Prof. Benjamin Reubinoff, MD, Ph.D, world-renowned stem cell pioneer and director of the Human Embryonic Stem Cell Research Center at the Hadassah Medical Organization, joins the show in part one of this fascinating interview!
2018-02-2009 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThere is Help For Children with Chronic DiseaseAdvances in the field of medicine and technology have led to an increase in the survival rate and life expectancy of children with chronic diseases and special needs. In this informative segment, we learn about the inspiring Pediatric Chronic Disease Center at Hadassah Medical Center from Dr. Eitan Kerem. He is the head of the Division of Pediatrics at the Hadassah Medical Center, founder of its Center for Children with Chronic Diseases, and the director of the center for cystic fibrosis at Hadassah Medical Organization.
2018-01-0712 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineDetective for the World's Most Mysterious DiseasesA previously unrecognized genetic mutation causing a rare and devastating pediatric neurological disease – which has puzzled doctors around the world for years – was recently identified by Hadassah Medical Organization researchers in Israel. In this incredible segment, Professor Orly Elpeleg, discusses life as a gene detective and what it took to find this genetic mutation that was devastating families around the globe.
2017-12-1713 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineNew Hope for Cystic Fibrosis PatientsCystic fibrosis, a fatal genetic disease, causes a thick mucus buildup in the lungs and other organs that leads to breathing difficulty and increases susceptibility to life-threatening infections. More than 10 million Americans carry a faulty CF gene, many unknowingly. In this podcast, Dr. Eitan Kerem, Head of the Division of Pediatrics at the Hadassah Medical Organization, discusses important information for Jewish couples when they are considering genetic counseling before having children. His latest breakthroughs offer new hope to Cystic Fibrosis Patients.
2017-12-0315 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineThe Heart of the Matter: The Real Facts on Women and Heart DiseaseDespite the fact that for years, cardiovascular disease have been mainly associated with men; one in every two women will suffer from cardiovascular disease during her lifetime, and one in every three women will die from it. Listen as Donna Zfat-Zwas, MD, MPH, Director of the Linda Joy Pullin Cardiovascular Wellness Institute for Women of the Hadassah Medical Organization, discusses what women need to do to become educated and reduce their risk of heart disease.
2017-11-0513 min
Hadassah On Call: New Frontiers in MedicineUnlocking the Secrets of Alzheimer's Might Come Sooner Than You ThinkJoining the show to speak about the exciting research into neuroimaging of the brain that can enable early detection of Alzheimer's disease to improve the prognosis for many people, is renowned Neuroscientist Dr. Shahar Arzy. He is the Director of the Computational Neuropsychiatry Lab and Neuropsychiatry Clinic and the Epilepsy Center, Hadassah Medical Organization.
2017-11-0220 min