The Healthcare Committee Marks a Year of Successful Achievements
The Chamber Healthcare Committee held its quarterly meeting on October 30, marking the conclusion of a productive year of activity and collaboration.
During the meeting, Committee Lead, Idit Czernowitz, reviewed the committee’s key initiatives of its four active working groups: Rare Diseases, Oncology, Health Equity, and Innovation. These achievements are the result of dedicated work and strong cooperation with the Ministry of Health and other leading healthcare organizations.
In her summary, Idit highlighted two major breakthrough achievements:
The establishment of Israel’s first National Registry for Rare Diseases, a significant milestone that advances data-driven policymaking and improves early diagnosis and treatment.
A national oncology roundtable hosted in collaboration with the National Oncology Council, the Israel Cancer Association, and the Israeli Oncology Society, focusing on the importance of multidisciplinary Tumor Board practices and enhancing collaboration across hospitals nationwide.
During the meeting it was announce on establishing a new working group - “Prevention”. This group will focus on preventive medicine, which includes elements of health education, raising awareness, promoting a healthy lifestyle, and making information available to the public. We welcome additional companies to join our Healthcare Committee’s activities and contribute to efforts aimed to improve Patients’ quality of life.
During the meeting, the establishment of a new working group, “Prevention,” was announced. This group will focus on preventive medicine, encompassing health education, awareness-raising, promotion of a healthy lifestyle, and making information accessible to the public. We welcome additional companies to join the Healthcare Committee’s activities and contribute to efforts aimed at improving patients’ quality of life.
Looking ahead, the Healthcare Committee will continue to develop its strategic work plans promoting a supportive business environment, advancing public health interests, and maintaining a professional dialogue with key decision-makers.
Galit Meyran, CEO of the Chamber, expressed her appreciation to Avi Matan, Committee Chair, for his leadership over the past two years, and to Idit Czernowitz for her commitment and initiatives to expand the committee’s activities—particularly in developing new initiatives to improve patient care.
Together with the Committee members, we will continue to drive innovation, equity, and better healthcare for the people of Israel.