Faculty News
Innovative AI-Based Simulator for Teaching and Assessment: From Medical Ethics to a Broad Educational Platform
תאריךProf. Miri Bentowitch and Prof. Ayelet Arbel-Eden have developed an innovative AI-based simulator for teaching and assessment, enabling personalized, in-depth learning while demonstrating the potential for expanding the use of artificial intelligence tools across a wide range of medical education and training settings.
Physician of the Month: Dr. Hadas Shasha-Lavsky
תאריךHead of the Department of Pediatrics at the Azrieli Faculty of Medicine, Director of the Pediatric Nephrology Unit, and Head of Medical Education at Galilee Medical Center.
Honoring the Educators Shaping the Next Generation of Medicine and Science: Outstanding Teaching Awards 2025-2026
תאריךAt the 2025-2026 Outstanding Teaching Awards Ceremony, the Faculty honored 186 lecturers and instructors, as well as community teaching centers and teaching departments across its affiliated hospitals, in recognition of their dedication to educating and mentoring the next generation of physicians and scientists in the Galilee. Through their commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical training, and student support, they play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare and biomedical research in the region.
Faculty Leadership Conducts Strategic Visits to Partner Hospitals in Nazareth and Nahariya
תאריךThe Faculty leadership recently conducted working visits to the Italian Hospital in Nazareth and Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya to strengthen collaborations in medical education and research and to support the continued expansion of the Faculty's academic program
Research Centers Update: Activities, Conferences, and New Partnerships
תאריךThe Faculty's research centers continue to expand their activities through webinars, research grants, international conferences, and new initiatives.
Admissions Process Wrap-Up for the 2026-2027 Academic Year
תאריךThe admissions process for the 2026-2027 academic year has concluded for the Faculty's medical programs. At the same time, the knowledge examination for the three-year program was successfully administered, and preparations are underway for the remaining stages of the admissions cycle. The Faculty extends its sincere appreciation to the academic and administrative staff whose dedication and professionalism contributed to the successful completion of this year's admissions process.
Fooksman Family Foundation Supports a New Initiative to Integrate Medical Students into Research
תאריךSupported by the Fooxman Foundation, the Faculty has launched a new initiative that enables medical students to join research laboratories during their studies. The program is designed to provide early exposure to scientific research, foster curiosity and critical thinking, and help nurture the next generation of physician-scientists.
The Faculty Hosts the Annual Conference on Computational Psychiatry in Israel
תאריךThe Faculty hosted the annual meeting of the Israeli Computational Psychiatry research community, bringing together researchers, clinicians, and trainees from across the country. The event featured scientific presentations, poster sessions, and a panel discussion on the role of artificial intelligence in research. It served as a platform for knowledge sharing, fostering new collaborations, and strengthening the growing research community in this interdisciplinary field.
Teaching Beyond Knowledge: Active Learning and AI Tools in Medical Education
תאריךProf. Ayelet Arbel-Eden led a workshop for Family Medicine teaching staff on thought-provoking learning and the integration of AI tools into teaching. The workshop demonstrated how innovative pedagogical and technological approaches can enhance learner engagement and enrich the educational experience.
A New Class of Graduates Completes the M.Sc. in Medical Sciences
תאריךIn a festive ceremony, the Faculty celebrated the graduation of eight students from its M.Sc. program in Medical Sciences, attended by the Dean, faculty leadership, lecturers, supervisors, and family members.
The graduates' research reflected a broad and fascinating range of fields, including disease modeling using advanced laboratory systems, the role of the gut microbiome in human health, bacterial resistance to antibiotics and disinfectants, the organization and regulation of genetic material within the cell, and the influence of genes and bioactive compounds on the brain and behavior.
To our graduates: you have completed a demanding and impressive chapter of your academic journey. Your work reflects curiosity, perseverance, and the courage to ask new questions. We are proud of your achievements and wish you continued success in your research and professional careers, filled with discovery, impact, and fulfillment. Congratulations and best of luck!
First Student Village is Set to Open at Kibbutz Amiad
תאריךThe Faculty and its Relocation Office are currently establishing the first student village for medical students at Kibbutz Amiad, creating an affordable and supportive living community while strengthening students’ connection to the Galilee and its healthcare system.
A New Class Joins the Faculty’s MD/PhD Program
תאריךThe Faculty of Medicine is pleased to welcome a new class of students to its MD/PhD Program, which combines medical education with scientific research and prepares the next generation of physician-scientists.
Medical School Admissions Interviews
תאריךOver the past few weeks, the Faculty conducted admissions interviews for its medical programs as part of the process of selecting the next generation of medical students.
The Next Generation of Medical and Health Researchers
תאריך20 graduates of the Azrieli Faculty of Medicine in the Galilee awarded PhD degrees in Medical and Health Sciences
Meet the New Co-Presidents of the Student Association – Odaya Zuzut and Noam Weisbuch
תאריךOdaya Zuzut, a second-year student in the four-year medical program, and Noam Weisbuch, a student in the inaugural class of the six-year program, bring with them a unique combination of leadership experience, volunteer work, community engagement, and a deep commitment to both medicine and student life.
Over the past two years, they have served in a variety of leadership roles within the Faculty and have led numerous initiatives to enhance the student experience, including professional partnerships, community projects, cultural events, welfare initiatives, and programs that strengthen Faculty pride and belonging.
Their shared vision is of a student association that is present, attentive, and proactive—one that supports students not only at major events but throughout their daily academic journey. Through collaboration, transparency, and a strong sense of community, they aim to continue strengthening the Faculty as a supportive and empowering home for all students.
