Moshe Bar Siman Tov
Health Ministry director-general to step down after nine years, set to join Columbia University
During his tenure, Bar Siman Tov led Israel's healthcare system through the COVID-19 pandemic, the October 7 massacre, and the ensuing Israel-Hamas war.
Israeli gov't approves 2026 health cm'tee to approve medications, tech with NIS 650 budget
Near-miss massacre: How one order saved Soroka’s patients under missile fire
Internist doctors blast Health Ministry ‘neglect, failure to keep promises’
Significant increase in number of smokers in detoxification programs - report
The Ministry of Health reported that in 2021, Israel saw an 18% increase in smokers trying to get help to quit their habit.
Arye Deri was personally involved in budget negotiations, Health Ministry says
Health Ministry director-general Moshe Bar Siman Tov lauded Deri in a statement released shortly after the budget passed a government vote.
Israel's 2023 health basket set to include over 120 new drugs, treatments
The recommendations are sent to Israel's health and finance ministers and the National Health Council, which always give their approval before the additions go into effect.
Israeli doctor attacked by parents who don't want to stand in line
The doctor was slightly injured and the parents were both arrested. The incident took place at Soroka-University Medical Center in Beersheba, Israel.
Arye Deri begins battle against obesity after nixing soda tax
Health Minister Deri ordered the rapid implementation of a number of steps meant to combat obesity and diabetes.
Bar Siman Tov to 'Post:' Gov't must move fast in times of crisis
To gain public trust, you have to make fast and professional decisions.
Bar Siman Tov gets 'hundreds of requests' for isolation exemption
"A culture of bypassing the mechanism may have been created," he said. Sagi allegedly asked him for permission not to go into quarantine, then spoke with Grotto when he was refused.
Chezy Levy's appointment as D-G of Health Ministry approved
Levy replaces outgoing director-general Moshe Bar Siman Tov, who held the post since 2015.
The government's response to coronavirus is a national embarrassment
The government of the State of Israel was caught completely unprepared and unequipped with the prospect of a pandemic.
Confounded by coronavirus? The 'legacy' of D-G Bar Siman Tov
Senior medical officials and others are beginning to grade Moshe Bar Siman Tov's management of the crisis.