Alon Pikarsky

Dr. Alon Pikarsky is a board-certified surgeon specializing in gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery at Hadassah Medical Center. He directs the Residency Program and the Medical Students Program in the Department of Surgery. Dr. Pikarsky treats surgical oncology and proctology patients using his academic and clinical background.

Specialization & Approach

Dr. Pikarsky treats digestive system cancers and complex bowel disorders. He performs surgeries for esophageal, colon, and rectal cancer. The surgeon uses the Da Vinci Robotic System to perform minimally invasive procedures. This technology allows for greater surgical precision and faster patient recovery. He also treats common surgical conditions, including:

• Rectal resection and colectomy
• Small intestine resection
• Hemorrhoidectomy
• Cholecystectomy
• Treatment of inguinal hernias and trophic ulcers — sores that do not heal due to poor blood circulation

Academic Leadership & Teaching

The doctor teaches medical students at Hadassah Medical Center. Since 1997, he has directed the Medical Students Program. He has also overseen the surgical residency program since 2000. Dr. Pikarsky advanced through several academic ranks at his institution:

• 2005 – Senior Lecturer in Surgery
• 1999 – Lecturer in Surgery
• 1995 – Instructor in Surgery

Work Experience

Dr. Pikarsky is a senior specialist at Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem. His work integrates clinical practice with the training of future surgeons. The hospital is included in the Newsweek ranking of global medical centers. He operates within a facility that performs over 35,000 surgeries annually.

Education & Training

• 1987 – Hebrew University School of Medicine – Medical Degree
• 1998 – Israel Board Certification in General Surgery

Professional Memberships

The doctor is an active member of several surgical associations. He has participated in these groups since 1998. These affiliations keep him updated on the standards in colorectal and general surgery.