Magen David Adom Mourns Volunteer Paramedic Munir Siam

Magen David Adom is mourning the passing of volunteer advanced paramedic and ambulance driver Munir Siam, 51, who died last week on September 30 from a heart attack at his home in Jerusalem. Siam was transported by a Magen David Adom intensive care unit, with resuscitation efforts underway, to the hospital where his death was pronounced. His funeral was held on Thursday, October 1, in Jerusalem, attended by his family, friends, and many admirers.

Siam began his volunteer work with Magen David Adom nearly 20 years ago after qualifying as an emergency medical technician. In 2016, he joined the Tel Aviv station, despite the distance from his home, forming close bonds with the staff. He advanced his roles, completing an initial first aid instructor course in 2017 and significantly contributing to sample collection and vaccination teams during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. By 2022, he qualified as an advanced paramedic and also served as an intensive care ambulance driver.

Colleagues remembered Siam for his constant smile, dedication to patients and crew, and his spirit of giving, which extended to his professional life. He also worked with the Public Health Association and drug rehabilitation centers. Paramedic Noam Weisbuch described Siam as an exceptional person with a big heart, who always arrived with a smile and treated everyone like family, calling him a father figure during shifts. She noted his sudden departure left a deep impact on all who knew him.

Avihai Haddad, the Dan region manager for Magen David Adom, called Siam a wonderful person and a true family member of the station, praising his unparalleled dedication as an advanced paramedic and driver in Tel Aviv. Haddad stated that his loss is deeply painful for the organization.