Volunteer EMTs Drs. Adam Ballin and Shlomo Gensler recalled that horrific day in separate conversations with the Magazine.
“At United Hatzalah, I have always said we have to be ready. And on Oct. 7, we had more readiness and preparedness than any other organization.”
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
The event also marked the official dedication of the Adele and Joel Sandberg Women's Unit.
Terrorist shot dead by security forces • Jordanian Interior Ministry investigating shooting
The attacker, Palestinian Sultan Nadel Abd Alaziz Abd Alghani, in his 20s, hit the guard’s head with a hammer, stole his weapon, and drove off in a stolen car.
Outgoing CEO Eli Pollak is stepping down after five years in the role, receiving glowing praise from President and founder Eli Beer.
Speaker Ohana was briefed on United Hatzalah's plans for potential communication blackouts. "I came to say thank you," Ohana said. "We are in difficult times, and I know how much you have done."
Yechiel Stern scaled a burning building in Jerusalem to help a family escape from the top floor, just before the roof collapsed.
The two NBA players toured the United Hatzalah facilities and met with volunteers and first responders.