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Israeli Health Ministry Report Reveals Severe Burnout Among Oncologists Treating Cancer Patients
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First reported by Kan News · Jul 9, 2026
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The Israeli Ministry of Health's report exposes a severe burnout crisis among oncologists, with high stress, depression, and potential mass resignations amid a growing patient load and staff shortages. Professor Ido Wolf warns the oncology system is at risk as doctors face overwhelming workloads and administrative burdens, threatening cancer care quality nationwide.
- 0160% of Israeli oncologists suffer health-impairing stress, 40% report depression symptoms.
- 0227% of oncologists intend to quit due to burnout and workload.
- 03Only 367 oncologists serve 30,000 new cancer patients annually in Israel.
- 04Average patient load per oncologist has risen from 200 to over 500.
- 05Long waiting times and staff shortages are severe, especially in peripheral areas.
- 06Over half report heavy administrative tasks, reducing patient care time.
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