Hana Golan

Dr. Hana Golan

MD | Pediatric Hematology-Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant Specialist

Department:

Pediatric Hemato-Oncology & BMT Division, Sheba Medical Center

Languages:

Hebrew, English

Professional Summary

Dr. Hana Golan is a leading pediatric hemato-oncologist and Director of the Pediatric Hemato-Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Division at Sheba Medical Center. She specializes in the treatment of childhood cancers and complex hematological disorders, with a particular focus on neuroblastoma and high-risk solid tumors.

With decades of clinical and research experience, Dr. Golan combines advanced oncology protocols with personalized treatment strategies aimed at improving outcomes in challenging pediatric cases.

Areas of Expertise

Pediatric oncology (solid tumors and hematologic malignancies)

Neuroblastoma (including high-risk cases)

Bone marrow and stem cell transplantation

Leukemia and lymphoma in children

Chronic and inherited blood disorders

Immune deficiencies and metabolic disorders

Personalized chemotherapy and targeted therapy protocols

Education & Training

MD, Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology

Residency in Pediatrics, Sheba Medical Center

Residency in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, Sheba Medical Center

Advanced research training in transplantation immunology, Weizmann Institute of Science

Additional training in clinical research, biomedical informatics, and healthcare management

Clinical & Research Experience

Dr. Golan leads one of the most advanced pediatric oncology programs in the region, managing complex and high-risk cases. She is actively involved in the development and implementation of international treatment protocols, particularly in neuroblastoma.

Her research focuses on:

cancer stem cells in pediatric tumors

development of targeted therapies

novel approaches to treatment-resistant malignancies

emerging therapeutic strategies, including cannabinoid-related research in oncology

Clinical Trials & International Collaboration

Principal Investigator of the High-Risk Neuroblastoma ESIOP protocol

Investigator in international Phase I/II clinical trials targeting advanced pediatric cancers

National coordinator of multicenter oncology protocols

Academic & Teaching Roles

Senior Lecturer, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University

Lecturer in pediatric hematology-oncology for physicians and nurses

Coordinator of hematology training programs for medical students

Leadership & Innovation

Director, Pediatric Hemato-Oncology and BMT Division

Led implementation of computerized chemotherapy protocols and patient databases

Developed systems to improve clinical workflow and patient safety

Board Certifications

Pediatrics

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Selected Publications

Primary immunodeficiency syndromes in Israel

Integration of palliative care in pediatric oncology

Additional peer-reviewed publications in pediatric cancer treatment

Why Patients Choose Dr. Golan

Extensive experience in complex pediatric oncology cases

Leadership in international clinical trials and treatment protocols

Expertise in neuroblastoma and high-risk pediatric tumors

Multidisciplinary approach combining treatment, research, and supportive care

Practice within a Top-10 globally ranked hospital