Top Rabbi Praises 'Shahal' Emergency Medical Service for Saving Lives

Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman, a prominent Rosh Yeshiva, met with senior representatives of the 'Shahal' company at his residence to commend their work in emergency medicine and life-saving services. The 'Shahal' management presented their operations, including their medical call center which handles approximately 15,000 calls monthly, and advanced methods for providing rapid medical assistance at patients' homes. Business Development Manager Yossi Graf detailed the scope of the company's services to its members nationwide.

During the meeting, 'Shahal' executives revealed that their call center receives about 15,000 inquiries each month, many involving urgent medical situations requiring swift intervention. They emphasized that rapid response can be critical in preventing a patient's condition from worsening. The discussion highlighted specific recent cases to illustrate the nature of their work and the importance of direct patient-staff communication.

A significant portion of the conversation focused on 'Shahal's' distress button, which allows members to contact the medical center with a single press, bypassing the need to find phone numbers or perform complex actions during emergencies. This feature automatically identifies the caller's location and enables the medical team to provide initial guidance or dispatch immediate assistance.

'Shahal' CEO David Arnon stated that the service provides a sense of security to members and their families, assuring them of readily available medical support. He added that beyond emergencies, 'Shahal' offers crucial real-time medical advice and guidance, which can prevent deterioration of a patient's condition or ensure timely help is summoned.

Rabbi Bergman expressed his admiration, stating, "You are saving lives, literally." He underscored the significance of saving lives and public health, calling it a great privilege and an important mission. He encouraged continued efforts to protect health and aid the sick and needy, wishing them divine assistance and success in their endeavors.