On the occasion of Israeli Doctor's Day, Carmel Hospital salutes the hundreds of doctors who work there every day with dedication, professionalism, and uncompromising dedication. From within the complex and demanding medical system, the hospital chose to highlight the work of two doctors who represent the core of medical practice at Carmel, a rare combination of medical excellence and deep human compassion: Dr. Tamar Abramowitz, an outstanding surgeon and deputy department director, and Dr. Sharon Tzemach, responsible for the field of palliative medicine at the hospital.
Surgical excellence with a human touch
Dr. Tamar Abramowitz, is known at Carmel Hospital not only for her high surgical skills, quick decision-making, and uncompromising professionalism in the operating room, but also for the "special human touch" that accompanies her work. In her eyes, surgery is just part of the medical journey, while the patient's gaze, listening, and human presence are the key to true healing.
Abramowitz sees great importance in creating a humane and respectful work and learning environment, both for patients and for the next generation of doctors. "Even in a demanding and precise surgical world, the real challenge is to see the person behind the disease," she emphasizes.
Palliative medicine: completing treatment with a broad heart
While Dr. Abramowitz works in the heart of the operating rooms, Dr. Sharon Tzemach And the palliative medicine team at Carmel provides the supportive and complementary framework. The team, which includes specialist brother Matan Ofir and social worker Elizabeth Peretz, focuses on treating pain, anxiety, and side effects, with the goal of providing patients with the best quality of life, even in complex medical conditions.
"Our fields meet in the person himself," the two explain. "Not just in the disease, but in a broad observation of the person who carries it." Dr. Tzemach shares a particularly moving moment from the recent past: "We were able to fulfill a patient's last request, to allow him to return to his home in Krayot and end his life in his bed, surrounded by his family." This move, which was made possible thanks to interdepartmental cooperation, reflects, he says, the essence of Carmel's work, medical professionalism driven by a broad heart.
Carmel's DNA: Excellence and Family
For the two doctors, the choice of Carmel Hospital was not accidental. Dr. Tzemach, who previously worked in large medical centers and in the periphery, testifies that Carmel offers a unique combination of advanced medicine alongside a sense of family, camaraderie, and managerial support. This atmosphere allows senior doctors, such as Dr. Abramowitz, to lead professional changes and innovation, with confidence and support.
The person behind the stethoscope
The demanding roles don't end when the shift ends. "Medicine is not just a profession, it's part of who you are," the two say. At home too, the discourse about responsibility, the complexity of life, and the duty to be there for those in need is an integral part of education and personal identity.
Looking ahead: optimism and mission
Towards the coming year, Dr. Abramowitz and Dr. Tzemach aim to expand medical services in Carmel, including establishing a palliative clinic for patients who are not hospitalized and increasing the use of advanced technologies in surgical operations. They convey a clear message to the younger generation of doctors: "Choose your specialization out of passion. The right choice will make work meaningful and life a satisfying journey."
On Israeli Doctor's Day, Dr. Abramowitz and Dr. Tzemach would like to say thank you to the teams of nurses, doctors, and nurses who walk with them on the road. At Carmel Hospital, they conclude, professionalism is the driving force, but humanity and personal touch are what truly save lives.