Breast Oncology Clinic

When a woman first hears the words “breast cancer”, it feels like the ground disappears under her feet. At that moment, it’s not only about the right treatment — it’s also about trust, compassion, and knowing that the doctors in front of you see you, not just the disease.
This is exactly what breast cancer care in Israel offers: advanced medicine combined with a very human approach.

Why many women choose Israel

• Multidisciplinary team. Every case is discussed by a group of experts — surgeon, oncologist, radiologist, plastic surgeon, geneticist. No generic protocols, only an individual plan.
• Breast-conserving surgery. In many cases we can remove only the tumor and save the breast. If mastectomy is needed, reconstruction is usually performed at the same time.
• Innovation. 3D surgical planning, oncoplastic surgery, minimally invasive operations — all part of standard practice here.
• Personalized therapy. Genetic testing (BRCA1/2, HER2 and more) helps us decide which treatment will work best for each patient.

Main breast cancers we treat

• Ductal carcinoma. The most common type, highly treatable when caught early.
• Lobular carcinoma. More subtle, harder to detect, often requires extra imaging and careful follow-up.
• Paget’s disease of the breast. Rare, often mistaken for a skin problem, needs an experienced oncologist to identify correctly.
• Breast sarcoma. Uncommon but aggressive, demanding surgical expertise and sometimes innovative therapies.

Treatment options for breast cancer in Israel

There is no “one size fits all.” The right treatment depends on tumor size, biopsy results, and genetic profile. Sometimes women come to me after receiving plans that don’t really follow international standards — and that can reduce recovery chances. That’s why I always say: even if you’re not ready to travel, at least get an online consultation to check the plan.

Another important point: treatment must follow the right sequence. For certain tumors, chemotherapy or immunotherapy should come before surgery, even if emotionally many women prefer the tumor removed first. Unfortunately, surgery alone doesn’t always solve the problem, because breast cancer cells may already be circulating in the blood.

How we treat breast cancer

• Surgery and breast reconstruction. Sometimes the first step, sometimes after systemic therapy. We often place markers before chemo or immunotherapy so the surgeon knows exactly where the tumor was.
• Chemotherapy
• Immunotherapy — chosen based on molecular tumor profile.
• Hormone therapy
• Radiotherapy
• Clinical trials — giving access to new treatments that are not yet available in many other countries.

Start your treatment journey today – send your medical documents and receive a personalized plan

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FAQ — Dr. Irina Stefanski answers

 1. How is breast cancer usually treated in Israel?
We always start with proper diagnostics. I sit down with my patient, explain the tests, show the scans. Then we gather as a team — surgeon, oncologist, radiologist, plastic surgeon. Every woman is different. I never follow a template, we build the plan together.

 2. Will I lose my breast?
Not always. Very often we can just remove the tumor. And if a mastectomy is necessary, I usually recommend immediate reconstruction. A woman wakes up after surgery with a breast already rebuilt. It makes a huge difference, both medically and emotionally.

 3. Can I have plastic surgery at the same time as cancer surgery?
Yes, and honestly, that’s how we usually do it. I work together with plastic surgeons so the result is not only safe but also natural and feminine. Many women tell me this is their biggest fear — and I completely understand.

 4. What makes Israel different from other countries?
Speed, access, and attitude. New drugs and methods arrive here quickly. We don’t make patients wait months for approval. And the attitude is different — we listen, we respect the woman’s wishes, not just the lab numbers.

 5. Is ductal cancer treated differently from lobular?
Yes. Ductal is the most common and often straightforward. Lobular hides more, sometimes even on scans. That’s why we do extra checks and why the treatment plan is not the same.

 6. Do you see rare cases like Paget’s disease or sarcoma?
Yes. Paget’s is often misdiagnosed as a skin rash, so women lose time before they see an oncologist. Sarcoma is rare and aggressive, and these cases really need surgical experience and sometimes clinical trials.

 7. How much does treatment cost?
There’s no single answer. It depends on stage, surgery, and whether chemo or targeted drugs are needed. Usually I ask women to send me their documents first, then I can give a real estimate instead of guessing.

 8. Do you use new methods like immunotherapy?
Yes. We use immunotherapy, targeted drugs, hormone therapy when it’s right. And we’re involved in clinical trials, so sometimes our patients get treatments that aren’t even available yet abroad.

 9.  How fast can I get an appointment?
Usually within a few days. I don’t want women to wait weeks, worrying. Once you decide, our international office helps with flights, logistics, paperwork — so you can focus on your health, nothing else.