About us
Dr. Petr Melikov
Founder and Director of the Israeli Neurology and Migraine Clinic Senior neurologist and international expert in headache and migraine treatment with more than 20 years of experience.
Dr. Melikov holds a PhD degree in Neuroscience, graduated from Privolzhsky Research Medical University in Russia, completed his neurology residency in Israel at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center - Ichilov, and pursued advanced post-graduate training in headache and migraine at one of the leading headache clinics in the field, Thomas Jefferson University in the United States. He founded the Israeli Neurology and Migraine Clinic and currently serves as its Medical Director. Dr. Melikov's work has significantly advanced the treatment of migraine and headaches. Among his contributions in research is the development of the MARS score, a tool for predicting stroke risk in patients with migraine with aura that was presented on International Stroke Conference in Los Angeles, in the United States. In addition to his research and clinical practice, Dr. Melikov is an active speaker in the field of headache and migraine. He is frequently invited to discuss the topic on television and radio and regularly lectures to family physicians and neurologists on these subjects. Dr. Melikov is passionate migraine advocate and run Israeli Migraine Association for people struggling migraine, to rise migraine awareness and increase access to novel migraine treatment. Dr. Melikov is a member of several prestigious professional organizations, such as American Headache Society and International Headache Society.
Prof. Amos Korczyn
Senior neurologist and a world-renowned expert in dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, memory disorders, and Parkinson’s disease. Former Head of the Neurology Department at Ichilov Hospital, he currently serves as a senior consultant for medical evaluations.
Senior neurologist and a world-renowned expert in dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, memory disorders, and Parkinson’s disease. Former Head of the Neurology Department at Ichilov Hospital, he currently serves as a senior consultant for medical evaluations. Prof. Korczyn is engaged in research at Tel Aviv University and serves as Chairman of the Scientific Council of EMDA – The Alzheimer’s Association of Israel. He leads the development of the NexSig program – an innovative system for cognitive assessment and training, implemented at the BrainSpa Center. The program includes diagnostic evaluations, computerized brain-training software, memory enhancement workshops, and personalized sessions, with the goal of improving cognitive functioning in both younger and older individuals. Prof. Korczyn’s areas of expertise include various types of dementia-Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and synuclein-related dementia-and he provides professional medical opinions for diagnostic purposes, disability assessments, and support in legal proceedings.
Dr. Anton Vol
Senior neurosurgeon specializing in neuro-oncology, NPH treatment, spine disorders, and radiosurgery.
Dr. Anton Vol is a board-certified neurosurgeon with expertise in advanced radiosurgical treatments for headaches, facial pain, trigeminal neuralgia, dizziness, and balance disorders caused by benign brain tumors such as vestibular schwannomas. He is also a specialist in neuro-oncology, performing a wide range of brain tumor removal surgeries. Currently, Dr. Vol serves as a senior neurosurgeon in the Department of Neurosurgery at Sheba Medical Center, Tel HaShomer. Dr. Vol has extensive experience in neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, neuroradiosurgery, and shunt placement surgeries for Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). This expertise was acquired during his residency at Sheba Medical Center and a fellowship in neuro-oncology and brain tumor surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, USA. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Vol is actively involved in clinical research in neurosurgery and neuro-oncology, including studies on the effects of novel drugs and treatment methods for various types of brain tumors. He regularly publishes articles in leading international medical journals, contributing to the establishment of treatment standards in neurosurgery, neurology, oncology, and neuro-oncology. Dr. Vol also serves as a lecturer in neurology and neurosurgery at Tel Aviv University, sharing his knowledge and expertise with future medical professionals.
Prof. Evgeny Merzon
Specialist in Family Medicine, diagnosing and treating ADHD, and certified in metabolism, diabetes, and clinical nutrition.
Prof. Merzon has over 30 years of clinical experience and is considered an internationally recognized expert in the management of complex patients. His areas of expertise include patients with ADHD, diabetes, obesity, and chronic pain. He is a member of an international expert panel that developed guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD - The World Federation of ADHD International Consensus Statement - a document based on מאות studies and widely accepted as a global professional standard. Prof. Merzon is a founding member and board member of the Israeli Society for ADHD Research, a member of the National Diabetes Council, and a member of the Ministry of Health steering committee for the national program for the diagnosis and treatment of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. He also serves on a Ministry of Health committee for the reform of medical cannabis. He has authored over 80 scientific articles published in leading international medical journals and serves as Head of the Department of Family Medicine and Vice Dean at the Faculty of Medicine at Ariel University.
Prof. Sigal Tal
Senior Neuroradiologist
Prof. Tal is a senior neuroradiologist with extensive clinical and academic experience in medical imaging, particularly in the interpretation of MRI and CT scans of the brain, spinal cord, and head and neck—critical examinations for diagnosing complex neurological conditions. She graduated with an MD with honors from the Faculty of Medicine at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and completed a fellowship in neuroradiology at NYU Hospital in New York. Over the years, she has served as a senior physician at Sheba Medical Center, established and managed major imaging and consultation centers, and in 2018 was appointed Head of Imaging at Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh), serving a large regional population. She is also a Clinical Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine at Tel Aviv University, has served as a senior lecturer at several academic institutions, is a member of multiple international professional societies in radiology and neuroradiology, serves as a medical editor for professional journals, and has authored dozens of publications and professional presentations presented at conferences.
Dr. Sagit Baaton
Specialist in Oral Medicine, with advanced training in orofacial pain and temporomandibular disorders.
Dr. Baaton is a graduate of the Hebrew University–Hadassah School of Dental Medicine in Jerusalem and completed her residency in Oral Medicine at Barzilai University Medical Center. As part of her work, she has gained extensive clinical and academic experience at Barzilai Medical Center, including mentoring residents, conducting research, presenting scientific work, and lecturing at professional conferences in Israel and internationally, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and initiating professional partnerships between medical institutions. She has completed advanced clinical training in orofacial pain at Northwestern University, USA, is certified in dental laser therapy by RWTH Aachen University, Germany, and is licensed to practice medical hypnosis. Dr. Baaton specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic pain in the head and neck region, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, myofascial pain, dysfunctions of the masticatory system, bruxism and tooth wear, sleep apnea, and complex clinical conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. She integrates a range of advanced treatment modalities, tailored to the individual needs of each patient. In addition to her clinical work, she lectures in Israel and internationally on orofacial pain and disorders of the masticatory system, leads a dedicated clinical course, is a member of the Israeli Society of Oral Medicine, and provides medical opinions for public institutions and medico-legal cases.
Dr. Yitzhak Drori
Specialist in Family Medicine and Pain Management
A graduate of the University of Bologna School of Medicine in Italy, Dr. Drori is a lecturer and coordinator of a pain management course for Family Medicine residents at Tel Aviv University. He is also a founding board member and member of the audit committee of the Migraine and Headache Association. Dr. Drori has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of pain conditions, including back, neck, shoulder, knee, and hip pain, as well as abdominal wall pain. His expertise also includes cancer-related pain, post-herpetic neuralgia (herpes zoster), post-stroke pain, CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome), musculoskeletal pain, diabetic neuropathic pain, post-amputation pain, and more. Among the treatment modalities he is skilled in: nerve blocks, epidural injections, trigger point injections, dry needling (IMS), and personalized pain-relief pharmacotherapy.
Dr. Natalia Rivkina, Phd
Senior Psychiatrist, Specialist in Adult Psychiatry
Dr. Rivkina is a senior psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience treating complex patients. In 2022, she was appointed as a psychiatrist at the psychiatric clinic of Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, Israel. Since 2012, she has been a member of the International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS) and leads international projects in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). Dr. Rivkina is involved in numerous research initiatives and serves on the editorial board of the journal Psycho-Oncology. Her professional interests include personalized approaches to the diagnosis and prevention of complex psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Olesia Frolova
Board-Certified Pediatrician, certified in the diagnosis and treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Dr. Frolova has over 16 years of clinical experience in pediatrics and ADHD. She provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, individualized guidance for both the child and family, and tailored treatment plans—including pharmacological therapy when needed, as well as complementary approaches such as nutrition, dietary supplements, and emotional regulation techniques customized for each child. Dr. Frolova emphasizes close follow-up, strong collaboration with parents, and integration of multidisciplinary professionals, with the goal of not only reducing symptoms but also strengthening daily functioning and self-confidence in children.
Dr. Amit Habusha
Head of the Fetal MRI Unit and Senior Neuroradiologist at Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital
Dr. Habusha is a graduate of the Technion Faculty of Medicine, a specialist in Diagnostic Radiology, and a subspecialist in Neuroradiology. Following his residency in diagnostic radiology, he completed two years of advanced fellowship training at leading institutions: the University of Washington in Seattle and the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). He subsequently completed an additional fellowship in fetal MRI at the Medical University of Vienna, Austria, under world-leading experts in fetal imaging.
Dr. Simon Israeli-Koren
Senior Neurologist Specializing in Movement Disorders with about 15 Years of Experience in Parkinson’s Disease Treatment.
Dr. Simon graduated from the University of Cambridge and holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the Weizmann Institute of Science. He currently serves as a senior neurologist at the neurology clinic of Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center - Ichilov. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Israeli-Koren conducts various research studies in the fields of neurology and Parkinson’s disease. He previously worked as a Senior Scientific Director at NeuroDerm, a pharmaceutical company developing innovative treatments for Parkinson’s disease, and at Sheba Medical Center in the Movement Disorders and Parkinson’s Disease Clinic. Dr. Israeli-Koren’s expertise in both clinical practice and research ensures advanced, evidence-based care for his patients, helping improve their quality of life.
Dr. Irena Netanel, PhD
Psychotherapist specializing in Behavioral Therapy
Dr. Netanel is a certified psychotherapist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She specializes in neurofeedback and biofeedback treatment for various conditions, including anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, depression, and more. Dr. Netanel has over two decades of experience in neurofeedback, having treated approximately 15,000 patients who achieved significant symptom reduction and improved quality of life. Due to her professionalism, patience, and personal approach, she has become a recognized figure in the treatment of ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, depression, and related conditions. She also lectures and trains at the nursing school of Ichilov Hospital. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience working with children and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, and emotional regulation difficulties. She integrates evidence-based clinical approaches with empathy and attentive listening to create a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment. Her therapeutic approach emphasizes combining multiple modalities to help patients manage challenges effectively and return to a balanced and fulfilling life. Through advanced methods such as CBT and neurofeedback, she helps patients restore stability and improve overall well-being.
Dr. Diaa Dofesh
Senior neurologist and epilepsy specialist.
Dr. Diaa is a specialist in epilepsy and serves in the Department of Neurology and the Epilepsy Clinic for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy at Hadassah Ein Kerem University Hospital. He previously completed a fellowship in epilepsy at the same institution. Additionally, he heads the Adult Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Clinic. Dr. Dofesh has extensive experience in interpreting various EEG studies, including standard EEG, sleep EEG, video EEG monitoring, and intracranial EEG. Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Dofesh is also involved in teaching clinical neurology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, contributing to the education and training of future neurologists.
Dr. Genadi Shandler
Specialist in Diagnostic Radiology with advanced training in nuclear medicine.
Dr. Shandler is a board-certified diagnostic radiologist with subspecialty expertise in head and neck imaging and neuroimaging, as well as advanced training in nuclear medicine. He specializes in the advanced diagnosis of oncological and other diseases, particularly those affecting the head and neck. Dr. Shandler holds dual certifications in radiology and nuclear medicine, earned at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. Dr. Shandler is proficient in performing advanced imaging tests, including ultrasound, MRI, CT, PET-CT, and nuclear scans. He leads the ultrasound and image-guided biopsy services at the Head and Neck Surgery Center at Ichilov Hospital. His expertise includes performing biopsies of the thyroid, lymph nodes, salivary gland masses, soft tissue lesions, parathyroid glands, and laryngeal tumors. Dr. Genadi is an active member of the radiology and nuclear medicine teams at Tel Aviv Medical Center, Dr. Shandler completed a radiology course in the United States through the American Institute for Radiologic Pathology (AIRP). He has contributed to numerous research studies and has received awards for excellence. Dr. Shandler regularly participates in professional conferences, presenting his work both in Israel and internationally.
Ms. Yifat Bareket
Occupational Therapist
Yifat graduated with honors from the University of Haifa and has since specialized in treating older adults. She is an occupational therapist with expertise in geriatrics, memory, and cognitive assessments, with over 20 years of experience in the field. In her work, Yifat evaluates patients’ cognitive abilities and advises family caregivers on coping with changes resulting from cognitive decline in their loved ones.
Ms. Albina Linoy Shaidulin
Medical technologist specializing in EEG testing
Ms. Albina Linoy Shaidulin holds a bachelor's degree in Health Systems Management and is a certified medical instrumentation engineer. She currently serves as a senior EEG technician at the Epilepsy Clinic in Ichilov Hospital. With extensive experience, she specializes in performing and interpreting various EEG studies, including standard EEG, sleep EEG, video EEG monitoring, and intracranial EEG. Her expertise spans tests for both adults and children, from newborns to age 16. Her dedication and technical proficiency contribute to high-quality diagnostic care for epilepsy patients.
Ms. Eti Amar
Senior Nurse
Eti Amar is an experienced senior nurse who worked for 37 years at Beilinson Hospital, including approximately 15 years in the neurology department. She brings extensive clinical knowledge, high professionalism, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Mr. Aviv Chernichovsky
Medical Student and Western Acupuncture Therapist
Aviv has extensive hands-on experience in Western acupuncture, with a focus on trigger point therapy and auricular (ear) acupuncture. He treats stress, anxiety, chronic pain, and musculoskeletal conditions, combining clinical reasoning, in-depth anatomical knowledge, and an evidence-based approach. The integration of his medical training with complementary medicine allows Aviv to provide a more holistic and precise treatment approach, addressing the patient as a whole—integrating body, nervous system, and lifestyle.
Dr. Esther Bukovsky
Senior psychiatrist, head of the Women's Department at Be'er Ya'akov Mental Health Center.
Specializes in treating anxiety and depression disorders, symptoms of asthenia, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, and first episodes of mental illness. Dr. Bukovsky explains: "In addition to therapeutic work with patients and supervising medical residents, I lead the field of cognitive re-mediation (rehabilitation) for individuals with mental disorders, conduct research on the topic, and provide guidance to doctors." "In my work, I use various psychotherapeutic approaches, tailor medication treatments during acute phases, and provide supportive therapy after improvement, with a focus on the patient's physical condition. I advocate for a minimal use of medication as a maintenance treatment, combined with intensive social and occupational rehabilitation for the patient."
Ms. Miriam Shpigelman
Clinical Diabetes Nurse Specialist, CBT Psychotherapist, Mindfulness Instructor, and Medical Coach
Miriam Shpigelman is a clinical diabetes nurse specialist with extensive experience in the healthcare system, providing guidance, management, and support for chronic and complex patients. In her work, she supports patients requiring ongoing assistance in managing their medical condition, both practically and emotionally. Her care includes hands-on guidance in daily disease management such as insulin administration, dose adjustment, nutrition, healthy routine building, and informed decision-making, along with psychological support using mindfulness, CBT, coaching, and psychotherapy tools. This integrated approach helps patients strengthen their sense of control, stability, and confidence, while improving their long-term quality of life.
Ms. Alina Shevtsov
Clinic Manager
Holds a Master’s degree in Health Systems Management and has extensive experience in healthcare administration. Alina believes in management that combines professionalism with humanity, and is always available to assist with any question or request in a positive and supportive manner.