Dr. Itzhak Berlovich has passed away

The Ministry of Health expresses its sorrow at the passing of Dr. Yitzhak Berlovich, one of the most significant contributors to the establishment and development of Israel’s public health system.

From 1997 to 2006, Dr. Berlovich served as Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Health, before that, starting in 1985, working in a number of senior management positions in the Ministry. Subsequently, from 2006 to 2017, he headed the Wolfson Medical Center for more than a decade.

Among his most important achievements is leadership and direct involvement in the implementation of the State Health Insurance Act and the Patient Rights Act. He was also a founding member of the commission for the formation of a basket of medical services ("basket of medicines"), led nationwide programs to integrate thousands of repatriate doctors and provide medical care to socially vulnerable groups.

Health Minister Haim Katz:

“Dr. Yitzhak Berlovich has dedicated his life to serving the community and has made a significant contribution to shaping Israel’s health care system.” The results of his many years of work will have an impact on the healthcare system in the future.

I deeply appreciate everything he has done and offer my sincere condolences to his family. Blessed be his memory.”.

Director General of the Ministry of Health Moshe Bar-Siman-Tov:

“During decades of active public service, Dr. Berlovich was one of the key figures in shaping Israel’s public health system.

He was distinguished by his professional integrity, deep humanity and sensitivity to patients, and his unwavering commitment to providing affordable, equitable and compassionate care to all citizens of the country. His professional and moral legacy will remain with us for many years to come.”.

The Ministry of Health expresses sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.