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Ophir Shachaf, Co-Founder of eHealth Ventures, Passes Away at 59 After Cancer Battle

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First reported by Mako · Aug 9, 2026

What happened

Ophir Shachaf, co-founder of eHealth Ventures and former CEO of Hadassit Bio Holdings, died at 59 after battling cancer. He was a pioneering figure in Israeli biotech investment, leading multiple successful ventures and mentoring youth. His funeral was held in Ramat Hasharon, and he is remembered for his professional excellence and personal warmth.

  • 01Ophir Shachaf, co-founder of eHealth Ventures, died at 59 from cancer.
  • 02He led Hadassit Bio Holdings to a pioneering stock exchange listing.
  • 03eHealth Ventures helped create over 20 companies with major partners like Maccabi and Amgen.
  • 04Shachaf was known for balancing professionalism with personal warmth and mentoring entrepreneurs.
  • 05He held law and MBA degrees and volunteered as a mentor and running coach for youth.
  • 06His passing is considered a major loss to the Israeli biotech and venture capital sectors.

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OrganizationseHealth Ventures, Hadassit Bio Holdings, Maccabi, Madison, Amgen, Primavera Investment Fund, Clal Bio Holdings, Protalix
PlacesRamat Hasharon, Morasha Junction, Tel Aviv University, New York University

Full coverage · 3 outlets

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GlobesUnrated · HebrewAug 10, 2026
Ophir Shachaf, Co-Founder of eHealth Ventures, Passes Away at 59 After Cancer Battle
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 9, 2026
Ophir Shachaf, Co-Founder of eHealth Ventures, Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle
N12Center · HebrewAug 9, 2026
Ophir Shachaf, eHealth Ventures Co-Founder, Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle

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