Paramedic Saves Man From Cardiac Arrest During Prayer in Kiryat Malakhi Synagogue

During a routine prayer service at a synagogue in Kiryat Malakhi, Roni Nakash suddenly collapsed from cardiac arrest. Alandiv Tam, a volunteer paramedic from United Hatzalah who was praying at the same synagogue, immediately rushed to Nakash's side. Tam called for emergency assistance via radio and began performing CPR using a defibrillator from the organization. Additional United Hatzalah volunteers arrived shortly after and continued resuscitation efforts. Nakash's heart resumed beating, and he regained full consciousness before being transported to the hospital in stable condition.

A month and a half later, Nakash surprised Tam by attending his son's wedding to personally thank him for saving his life. The emotional reunion took place in the same synagogue where the life-saving intervention occurred. Security camera footage captured Tam springing into action the moment Nakash collapsed, highlighting the critical role of immediate medical response in emergencies.

This incident underscores the importance of trained volunteers like Tam in providing rapid aid during medical crises. Nakash's recovery and gratitude demonstrate the profound impact of prompt and skilled emergency care.