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Professor Michael Halberthal speaks to the crowd (top left), after which participants picked out stickers to wear as a show of solidarity with the hostages and their families. Photography: RHCC.

Rambam Rally: Showing Support for Families of Hostages

11/23/2023 8:00 AM

Hundreds of employees from Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel, together with patients and visitors, gathered together on November 23 and participated in a solidarity rally with the families of the hostages abducted by Hamas on October 7.

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The mass casualty drill at Rambam’s ER with volunteers acting as 'patients'. Photography: RHCC.

Mass Casualty Drill in Rambam’s ER

11/22/2023 8:00 AM

Mass casualty situations are an unfortunate reality of wars, conflicts, and natural disasters; preparedness for these scenarios is critical in saving lives. Yesterday, dozens of medical and support staff participated in a mass casualty drill at Rambam Healthcare Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel.

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Alon arrives and meets his son for the first time. Photography: Courtesy of Yarin Shani.

32 Hours Later, Alon Hears He is a Dad

11/20/2023 8:00 AM

When Israel Defense Force reservists are called up for duty, their commitment often means missing significant family milestones. Within Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel, stories of dedication and sacrifice emerge. One such narrative revolves around a reservist whose best efforts prevented him from attending the birth of his first child.

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Rambam nurses holding up posters of their fellow nurse, Nili Margalit. Photography: Rambam HCC.

Rambam Stands with Hostage, Soroka Nurse Nili Margalit

11/19/2023 8:00 AM

Dozens of nurses at Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, gathered together in solidarity with, Nili Margalit, a nurse at Soroka Medical Center (Soroka), and one of those taken hostage by Hamas on October 7.

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Gift packages prepared by Rambam patients for the evacuated children. Photography: Rambam HCC and the BRACHA Education Center at Rambam.

Love Heals: Young Patients Surprise Evacuated Children

11/16/2023 8:00 AM

It is natural and humane to want to help others in need. But when the desire to help comes from hospitalized children wanting to encourage children who, due to war, were evacuated from their homes to hotels in a strange city – well that is just plain special.

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Dr. Jonathan Herdevall at Rambam. Photography: Rambam HCC.

Swedish Doctor Extends His Stay to Aid Rambam’s War Effort

11/15/2023 8:00 AM

Since the excruciating events on October 7, 2023, many people with a strong connection to Israel, living abroad have returned here to join in the war effort. Having served in the IDF when he was younger, Dr. Jonathan Herdevall knew that many healthcare workers would be called up to the military reserves. His planned vacation in Israel changed. Today he is volunteering at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa, Israel.

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Dr. Amnon Berger at Rambam. Photography: Rambam HCC.

From Boston to Sister City Haifa: Dr. Berger Answers His Calling

11/14/2023 8:00 AM

Current events in Israel have led to the call-up of dozens of doctors for reserve duty, impacting the health system in the country, including hospitals. To bolster resources, medical professionals abroad with a strong connection to Israel are joining the effort. Dr. Amnon Berger is one of several who came to Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel.

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Dr. David Nikomarov (L) at Rambam and (R) on the front. Photography: Rambam HCC.

From Military Uniform to Hospital Scrubs

11/13/2023 8:00 AM

The “Swords of Iron” War in Israel requires an all-hands-on-deck effort from its citizens. Stories of heroism are abound, including at Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel. The hospital’s medical staff have stepped up in many heroic ways.

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Dr. Yotam Shkedy (L) at Rambam and (R) in the field. Photography: Rambam HCC.

Rambam’s Medical “Superhero” Fights on Two Fronts

11/9/2023 8:00 AM

When war broke out on October 7, 2023, many of the medical staff at Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel were called up for active duty. Dr. Yotam Shkedy, was called to the IDF reserves as a brigade medical officer. In addition to his military duties, Shkedy continues to perform urgent surgeries for patients at Rambam.

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Rambam staff with Fliman (top) and Carmel (bottom) medical teams. Photography: Rambam HCC.

Safe Healthcare in Haifa: Rambam's Role in Wartime

11/8/2023 8:00 AM

During wartime situations, Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel, becomes the designated hospital for the Haifa region. In recent weeks, teams from Haifa’s Carmel Medical Center and Fliman Geriatric Hospital trained with Rambam teams to ensure a smooth transfer of patients and staff to Rambam.

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Dr. Maxim Novikov at Rambam. Photography: Rambam HCC.

“I Came From Home to Fight for my Homeland”

11/6/2023 8:00 AM

On Saturday morning, October 7, the lives of all Israelis changed beyond recognition. Worldwide, the international Jewish and Israeli communities watched in horror as the terrorist organization, Hamas massacred 1,400 civilians and kidnapped more than 240. One month later, the war is having a tremendous impact on the healthcare system with many medical professionals serving in the military reserves.

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Free Our Hostages Now! Photography: Rambam HCC.

Rambam-affiliated Editors Demand Immediate Release of Hostages

11/2/2023 8:00 AM

Following the horrific terrorist attack in Israel carried out by Hamas on October 7, and the resulting “Swords of Iron” war, Rambam Maimonides Medical Journal recently published an editorial calling for the immediate release of all Israeli hostages taken to Gaza.

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A mother receives support from one of Rambam’s midwives. Photography: Nitzan Zohar.

The Effect of War on Childbirth

10/31/2023 8:00 AM

Under normal circumstances, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period can take an emotional and physical toll on the mother. Giving birth during a war and specifically under missile attack was the subject of a study conducted a few years ago at Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel.

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Idan Alterman singing for soldiers and staff in the underground hospital. Photography: Rambam HCC.

United We Stand: Popular Entertainers Bring Cheer to Wounded War Heroes

10/23/2023 8:00 AM

Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel, is prepared for every eventuality, including war. The hospital has already treated dozens of injured soldiers and civilians from across the country. While grappling with their trauma, visits from local Israeli entertainers are cheering them on.

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Dr. Shahar Shelly. Photography: Rambam HCC.

The Urgency of Treating Neuromuscular Conditions in Wartime

10/23/2023 8:00 AM

The recent war is presenting serious challenges for thousands of displaced Israelis, particularly those dealing with chronic and neuromuscular diseases. With the disruption in their healthcare monitoring and the need for timely medical care, Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam) in Haifa, Israel, has emerged as a beacon of hope in this crisis.

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Julie and Ido Berger with their daughter. Photography: Rambam HCC.

Born in the Midst of Conflict

10/22/2023 8:00 AM

When strife and conflict prevail and peace seems almost unattainable, the arrival of a newborn brings a glimmer of hope for the future. For two couples the birth of their babies was clouded in uncertainty, but their births became a testament to love and resilience.

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The Labrador pups visit wounded soldiers at Rambam Photography: Rambam Health Care Campus

Emotional Support Dogs Visit Wounded Soldiers at Rambam

10/19/2023 10:00 AM

The benefits of a dog’s company, especially the emotional support provided by service dogs, are well known. Soldiers injured in the current conflict in Israel and other patients enjoyed a special visit this week, spreading joy throughout the hospital.

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Setting up patients in the dialysis stations of Rambam’s underground hospital. Photography: Rambam HCC.

Dialysis Under Emergency Conditions

10/18/2023 11:00 AM
October 18, 2023 – Patients in need of dialysis cannot miss their treatments, even when faced with the uncertainties of war. Rambam Health Care Campus (Rambam), in Haifa, Israel, is preparing for every eventuality to ensure continuity of care for the residents of Northern Israel.
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