Join us for a special talk with Dr. Jacob Haviv, CEO of Herzog Medical Center in Jerusalem, one of Israel’s leading institutions in mental health, psychotrauma, rehabilitation, and complex medical care. Under his leadership, Herzog has played a central role in Israel’s emergency medical response, including the rapid deployment of its sheltered underground hospital during the current war.
Dr. Haviv will share insights into Herzog’s national role in treating trauma and PTSD, supporting long-term psychological resilience, and advancing innovative models of care in times of crisis. Dr. Haviv will also discuss Herzog’s broader role in strengthening medical resilience and care for Israel’s most vulnerable populations.
About Dr. Jacob (Kobi) Haviv
Dr. Jacob (Kobi) Haviv is the CEO and Director General of Herzog Medical Center in Jerusalem, one of Israel’s leading institutions for mental health, psychotrauma, rehabilitation, and complex medical care. A physician specializing in public health, occupational medicine, and medical management, Dr. Haviv brings over three decades of leadership experience in military and civilian healthcare systems. Prior to joining Herzog, he served in senior medical roles in the Israel Defense Forces and as Deputy Director of Kaplan Medical Center. Since assuming leadership of Herzog in 2020, Dr. Haviv has guided the hospital through major national crises, including COVID-19 and the current war, while advancing Herzog’s role in mental health, trauma care, emergency preparedness, and long-term resilience.
