Top Rabbi Praises 'Shahal' Medical Service for Saving Lives
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman met with executives from the 'Shahal' medical emergency company, praising their life-saving work. The company handles about 15,000 calls monthly, providing rapid medical assistance and emergency services nationwide. Rabbi Bergman described their efforts as literally saving lives and a vital mission for public health.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman lauded 'Shahal' medical services for saving lives.
- 'Shahal' handles approximately 15,000 urgent medical calls each month.
- The company offers rapid medical assistance and life-saving services nationwide.
- A key feature is an emergency button for immediate contact and location transmission.
- Rabbi Bergman called the work a great privilege and a vital mission.
Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman, a prominent Rosh Yeshiva (head of a religious seminary), met with senior representatives of the 'Shahal' medical emergency company at his residence. The 'Shahal' delegation presented the company's operations in urgent medical care and life-saving services.
During the meeting, David Arnon, CEO of 'Shahal,' provided an overview of the medical center's activities, which handle approximately 15,000 calls monthly. He highlighted the advanced methods used to deliver rapid medical assistance, even at patients' homes. Yossi Graf, the Business Development Manager, detailed the scope of the company's services to its members nationwide.
'Shahal' representatives explained that each month, their center receives around 15,000 inquiries, including urgent medical cases requiring immediate intervention. They emphasized that swift response can be critical in preventing a patient's condition from worsening. A significant part of the discussion focused on 'Shahal's' emergency button, which allows members to contact the medical center with a single press, automatically transmitting their location and enabling quick medical dispatch.
Rabbi Bergman expressed his admiration, stating, "You are saving lives, literally." He underscored the importance of saving lives and public health, calling it a great privilege and a vital mission. He encouraged the company to continue its work, praying for divine assistance and the prevention of any errors.
Arnon further elaborated that 'Shahal' also provides real-time medical advice and guidance, which can help assess a patient's condition, instruct them on actions to take, and aid in deciding on further treatment, potentially preventing deterioration or ensuring timely assistance.
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