Dr. Boris Sapozhnikov
Dr. Boris Sapozhnikov is one of Israel's leading gastroenterologists, a recognized expert in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal diseases, including complex and precancerous conditions such as Barrett's esophagus.
Dr. Sapozhnikov is one of the most sought-after gastroenterologists in Israel, an expert in gastrointestinal pathology, one of the best Israeli specialists in treating Barrett's esophagus, a talented practitioner and a recognized authority in gastroenterology.
After graduating from the Yekaterinburg Medical Institute, Boris Sapozhnikov completed an internship in internal medicine and then, in Israel, improved his skills as a gastroenterologist as a clinical resident at Rabin Medical Center. During his years in the Israeli army, Dr. Sapozhnikov gained invaluable hospital experience and the rank of major in the medical corps. While still a military doctor, he began studying Barrett's syndrome (esophageal metaplasia). He studied modern methods of diagnosing and treating Barrett's esophagus in Amsterdam.
- Yekaterinburg Medical Institute
- Internship in internal medicine
- Clinical residency in gastroenterology – Rabin Medical Center (Israel)
- Advanced training and specialization in Barrett's esophagus – Amsterdam
During his service in the Israeli army the doctor gained unique clinical experience and the rank of major in the medical corps.
- Head of the Gastroenterology Department, HaSharon Hospital
- Rabin Medical Center
- Member of the Israeli Society of Gastroenterology
- Member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
The doctor is actively engaged in scientific work, publishes research and speaks at international conferences.
The key feature of Dr. Sapozhnikov's work is a comprehensive approach to the patient.
He does not limit himself to eliminating symptoms, but:
- analyzes the causes of the disease in depth
- works with the root of the problem, not only its manifestations
- takes into account the patient's lifestyle, diet and individual characteristics
- selects a personalized treatment strategy
This approach makes it possible to get to the root of the symptom, identify the true cause of the disease and achieve a lasting treatment result.
Treatment of:
- Barrett's esophagus
- gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, colitis)
- intestinal polyps and tumors
- liver and pancreatic diseases
He is one of the best specialists in Israel in treating Barrett's esophagus by radiofrequency ablation.