Professor Yitzhak Kreiss Appointed Interim Health Ministry Director General

This appointment will remain in effect until a new government is formed and a permanent director general is selected. The announcement was made by outgoing Health Minister Haim Katz of the Likud party.

Kreiss is recognized as a prominent figure in the healthcare system and is close to the outgoing Director Siman Tov, who recently announced his resignation. During his tenure, he spearheaded the "Health City" initiative to expand Sheba and integrate its campus with public transportation, residential, and commercial areas. He also established the ARC project, fostering connections between Sheba and the medical device industry, which brought significant revenue and global recognition to the hospital.

While Kreiss is unlikely to pursue long-term projects in his interim role, he is seen as a stabilizing force for the ministry during this transitional period. However, Minister Katz explored external candidates, approaching former ministry directors and hospital managers. Ultimately, Kreiss agreed to take on the position.

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