UK Neuro-Oncology Expert Makes Aliyah, Joins Shaare Zedek Hospital
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Dr. Jeremy Rees, a neuro-oncology expert with 26 years of experience in the UK, has immigrated to Israel and been appointed director of the Neuro-Oncology Unit at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem. His move was motivated by Zionist ideals. In his new role, he will coordinate care for patients with brain and spinal cord tumors, collaborating with other hospital departments. The hospital's CEO welcomed him, highlighting his significant contribution to the medical center's services.
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- Dr. Jeremy Rees, a UK-trained neuro-oncology expert, has immigrated to Israel.
- He will lead the Neuro-Oncology Unit at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem.
- Dr. Rees brings 26 years of medical experience from leading London institutions.
- His move was motivated by Zionist ideals and a desire to enhance patient care.
- He will coordinate treatment for patients with brain and spinal cord tumors.
Dr. Jeremy Rees, a senior neurologist and neuro-oncology specialist with 26 years of medical experience in the United Kingdom, has made aliyah and will now lead the Neuro-Oncology Unit at Jerusalem's Shaare Zedek Medical Center. Dr. Rees previously held senior positions at leading London medical institutions before deciding to move to Israel with his family for Zionist reasons.
In his new role, Dr. Rees will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the treatment of patients with brain and spinal cord tumors. The unit's activities will involve collaboration with other medical professionals at the hospital to ensure comprehensive care for these patients. His expertise includes treating primary brain tumors, epilepsy related to brain tumors, and neurological complications arising from cancer treatments. He also engages in academic research in these fields, with his studies published in prominent scientific journals.
Prof. Ofer Marin, CEO of Shaare Zedek, praised Dr. Rees's move as an "exciting Zionist act" worthy of great appreciation, stating that his addition will further enhance the hospital's services with the highest professional standards. Dr. Rees expressed his conviction that the decision to immigrate was clear, made with pride and excitement at an opportune time. He found Shaare Zedek to be a natural choice, combining the medical need for neuro-oncological services in Jerusalem with a sense of professionalism, belonging, and warmth. He is confident that through collaboration with neurosurgery and radiotherapy teams, they will provide professional, dedicated, and humane care to patients.