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Dr. Safi Mandelblit Steps Down as Deputy Director of Israeli Health Ministry
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 4 hours ago
What happened
Dr. Safi Mandelblit is resigning as Deputy Director of Israel's Ministry of Health after five years to assume a leadership role at Shaare Zedek Medical Center, which recently received a major donation from WhatsApp founder Jan Koum. Mandelblit was recognized for leading key reforms and managing health crises during his tenure.
- 01Dr. Safi Mandelblit is leaving his role as Deputy Director of Israel's Ministry of Health after five years.
- 02He will take a managerial position at Shaare Zedek Medical Center following a cooling-off period.
- 03Shaare Zedek recently received a significant donation from WhatsApp founder Jan Koum.
- 04Mandelblit previously served as Medical Director at Shaare Zedek.
- 05Ministry Director General Moshe Bar Siman Tov praised Mandelblit's leadership during health crises.
- 06Mandelblit thanked Ministry staff and partners for their dedication during his tenure.
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