News
Historic change at the top – Shaare Zedek appoints new Director General
After 31 years of dedicated service to Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, Prof. Jonathan Halevy announced he will step down from his post as Director-General, effective March 1, 2019. The Shaare Zedek International Board of Directors unanimously voted to appoint Dr. Ofer Merin as the next Director-General.
Rosh Hashanah Appeal 2018
This is Avigayil. You helped us save her life. This photo was taken only a few weeks ago at her end of year party at nursery, where she was singing and dancing with all of her friends. This may seem like a normal thing for a 4 year old to be doing however it is something her parents never thought was possible.
Prudential riders battle the elements to raise over £10,000
Huge congratulations to Alain Stechler, Larry Weiss and Leslie Boobis for completing the Prudential Ride London, in the most difficult of conditions.
Professor Ephrat Levy-Lahad awarded EMET Prize for Art, Science and Culture
We are incredibly proud of Professor Ephrat Levy-Lahad, Head of the Fuld Family Department of Medical Genetics at Shaare Zedek Medical Center, who was one of five women awarded the prestigious EMET Prize-For Art, Science and Culture.
Meet our Riders – Leslie Boobis
Meet Leslie, who will be joining our team of riders taking part in the the Prudential Ride London at the end of July. As Medical Director at City Hospitals Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Leslie visited Shaare Zedek and, together with colleagues developed a blueprint for the new A&E department in Sunderland. Read how he is preparing for his 100 miles.
Top Doctors in Israel
We are hugely proud of the 39 doctors from Shaare Zedek Medical Center Jerusalem / המרכז הרפואי שערי צדק who have made the prestigious Forbesmagazine list of the top doctors in Israel.
Interfaith forum at Eton College
We were thrilled to welcome Dr Ofer Merin and Dr Fayez Khatib to our Interfaith Forum at Eton College last week. This event was the first of its kind for SZUK and for Eton and was a success for everyone involved. Hosted by Lord Winston, we were joined by guests that included pupils and parents of Eton College.
Meet our Marathon Runner – Benjamin Horowitz
It’s almost time for the London Marathon, you must have seen all the runners pounding the streets to get their practice miles in. We caught up with Benjamin Horowitz who will be throwing on his trusty trainers in a months time all in aid of Shaare Zedek UK.
Revolutionary’ Israeli eye-drops could replace glasses
Israeli scientists and clinicians have come up with “revolutionary” eye-drops that can correct near – or long -sightedness and eliminate the need for glasses.
Prince William urged to visit Shaare Zedek on his upcoming visit to Israel
Writing in the Telegraph, Justin Cohen encourages Prince William to visit Shaare Zedek to see the best examples of the positive relationship between the UK and Israel
The Night of Heroes Awards Honours Dr Ofer Merin
Congratulations to Dr Ofer Merin who was a finalist for the Israel Hero at the Night of Heroes Awards Ceremony in London last night. Watch this short film made about him to see why he deserves the title of hero
Introducing Shaare Zedek Kids Club
Introducing our new Kids Club. Sign children up to be part of an exciting educational experience learning about the gift of giving and how their activities will be helping sick children at the hospital.