Irina Lazarev

Dr. Irina Lazarev is the head of the lung tumors department at Assuta Ashdod University Hospital in Israel, specializing in the treatment of lung cancer, particularly small cell lung cancer (SCLC). She has been instrumental in advocating for the integration of immunotherapy into treatment protocols for SCLC, a condition historically treated primarily with chemotherapy. Dr. Lazarev emphasizes the importance of new clinical research, which shows promising results in extending patient survival and improving quality of life through innovative treatments. Her work reflects a significant shift in the management of this aggressive cancer, offering hope for patients who previously faced limited options.