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Eating disorders
Anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating disorder, ARFID and OSFED in adults.
Evidence-based psychiatry, with a human approach
Dr. Marcelo Papelbaum Adult psychiatrist specializing in eating disorders
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment grounded in approximately 25 years of clinical and research experience, with careful attention to the patient, family and treatment team.
עברית · English · Português
~25 years’ experiencePsychiatry and eating disorders
Sheba Medical CenterClinical, leadership and research experience
MSc and PhDFederal University of Rio de Janeiro
License 1-155577Psychiatry specialist
Areas of expertise
Precise care for complex conditions
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment, medication management and collaboration with psychologists, dietitians and physicians when clinically indicated.
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Depression, anxiety and OCD
Diagnostic review, psychopharmacology and follow-up in persistent or treatment-resistant conditions.
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Obesity and bariatric surgery
Psychiatric assessment before and after surgery, including binge eating and weight-regain concerns.
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Focused psychiatric consultation
Second opinions, medication review and coordination between treating professionals.
Sheba Medical CenterExtensive experience in adult eating-disorder services, including day-program leadership.
Research and teachingPublications on eating disorders, diabetes, obesity and bariatric surgery.
Private practice130 Ahuza Street, 1st floor, CLINIKOT, Ra’anana.
About
Clinical and academic experience without shortcuts
Dr. Marcelo Papelbaum is an adult specialist psychiatrist with an MSc, PhD and approximately 25 years of experience. His principal field of expertise is eating disorders and the relationship between psychiatry, eating, weight and metabolic illness.
Care begins with a thorough medical and psychiatric assessment, review of previous treatment and a plan tailored to the clinical situation and the patient’s goals.
עבריתEnglishPortuguês
Research & publications
An academic path connecting research and clinical care
Dr. Papelbaum’s research explores the intersection of mental health, eating behaviour and metabolic illness—and brings scientific knowledge into careful clinical assessment and treatment.
Academic profile
Dr. Marcelo Papelbaum is a psychiatrist with an MSc and PhD in Psychiatry and Mental Health from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). His research has addressed eating disorders in people with diabetes, binge-eating disorder, depression, obesity, and psychiatric aspects of bariatric surgery and weight regain.
His publications include original studies, systematic reviews and a meta-analysis in peer-reviewed journals. He currently practices as a psychiatry specialist at the Eating Disorders Center at Sheba Medical Center, integrating research experience with clinical care.
MD, MSc, PhDMedical and advanced training at UFRJ
2001–2026Documented scientific publishing record
ICED / AEDPresentations and panels at international meetings
Selected publications
Links to academic sources2026Cognitive flexibility subtypes and anorexia nervosa symptom severityJournal of Psychiatric Research · Research articlePubMed2024Mental health and weight regain after bariatric surgeryArchives of Endocrinology and Metabolism · Original researchPubMed2021Binge Eating Disorder: A 5-Year Retrospective Study on Experimental DrugsJournal of Experimental Pharmacology · ReviewPubMed2019Does binge-eating matter for glycemic control in type 2 diabetes patients?Journal of Eating Disorders · Original researchPubMed2019Is weight regain after bariatric surgery associated with psychiatric comorbidity?Obesity Reviews · Systematic review and meta-analysisPubMed2005Prevalence of eating disorders and psychiatric comorbidity in type 2 diabetesBrazilian Journal of Psychiatry · Original researchPubMed
Selected international scientific activity
Appointment request
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In-person appointments are available on Sundays and Tuesdays at 15:45, 17:00 and 18:00. For an initial assessment, 15:45 or 18:00 is preferred.
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Contact
Private clinic in Ra’anana
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Address
130 Ahuza Street, 1st floor
CLINIKOT, Ra’anana