Health

While we hope your time in Israel will be enjoyable, there may be times when you need additional help and support. There is a social worker on campus available for you or your family to consult with. They can also refer you to external services such as Psychologists and Psychiatrists. You should ensure your health insurance is valid throughout your stay in Israel.

Contact

io@weizmann.ac.il

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Medical Emergency

The Institute has qualified staff available 24/7 to handle emergency health institutions. Call the Emergency Contact Center at (08) 934-2999 and provide them with the following information:

  • Location of the injured person
  • His/her medical condition
  • If possible, his/her name
  • Your name and contact details 

The emergency will call an ambulance promptly upon receiving such a request.

  • Injured people are not always aware of the gravity of their situation and must not be allowed to walk or drive away by themselves.
  • Following an assessment, the security officer will determine whether the injured person must be taken to hospital via ambulance or whether appropriate first  aid can be provided on-site.
  • If the injured person is evacuated to hospital, he/she should be accompanied by a friend or colleague.

Social workers on campus

We have social workers on campus who are available to the Institute community.  Their services are fully confidential and they are available Sun-Thur between 08.30-16.00.

Feel free to contact them for assistance with:

  • Managing and reducing stress

  • Evaluations and consultations

  • Referrals for Therapy / Psychologists and more

  • Personal or Family Challenges

  • Financial difficulties

More information here

Office: +972-8-952-9219
Mobile: +972-54-306-7600

Office: +972-8-934-4507
 

Doctors

If you hold a policy through Harel Yedidim and need a doctor:

  • Refer to the instructions, or
  • Contact a clinic directly
  • You can contact Harel-Yedidim on 03-638-6216 or 054-529-7775 (24/7)

Clalit Doctors

Private Health Insurance

If you have a private health insurance policy, please refer to your insurance policy for specific information of what to do. Some companies allow you to be treated by any private doctor and will reimburse you. Others have arrangements with specific doctors and will direct you to them.

Dentists

The Clalit clinics offer emergency treatment which would be covered under the Harel Yedidim policies, as well as private treatments which are not covered.

Pregnant?

If you are thinking about starting a family, or if you already know you are pregnant - you can find more information here.

More Information you may need

Visas

It is your responsibility at all times to ensure that you hold an appropriate, valid visa while you are in Israel. In order to extend your visa, or to bring your spouse or children after your arrival, please contact us.
Read more about Visas

Learning Hebrew

Levels 1 & 2

We are glad to offer Hebrew lessons as subsidized courses on campus, overseen by the WSoS in all academic aspects of the courses, twice a year, In November and March. The lessons are for WSoS internationals, WSoS new immigrants, WIS international employees, WIS visiting scientists, and their spouses.

Read more about Learning Hebrew