AJMA CEO Eveline Shekhman Addresses Antisemitism Crisis in Healthcare
'Antisemitism in medicine is a patient care crisis,' says AJMA CEO Eveline Shekhman - interview
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Eveline Shekhman, CEO of the American Jewish Medical Association, highlights the rising antisemitism among healthcare professionals in the U.S. She emphasizes that this issue affects patient care and advocates for a safe, discrimination-free environment in medical settings.
- 01Eveline Shekhman founded the American Jewish Medical Association (AJMA) in response to increasing antisemitism in healthcare after October 7.
- 02AJMA represents around 3,000 Jewish medical professionals and 400 medical students, addressing their concerns and advocating for a discrimination-free environment.
- 03Shekhman testified that antisemitism in medicine directly impacts patient care, urging for a focus on maintaining a patient-first approach.
- 04AJMA is negotiating to protect Jewish doctors' personal information online and combat reputational damage due to antisemitic actions.
- 05The organization also fosters community among Jewish medical students, helping them celebrate cultural events and providing support in challenging situations.
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Eveline Shekhman, CEO of the American Jewish Medical Association (AJMA), has raised alarms about the rising antisemitism affecting Jewish healthcare professionals in the United States, particularly following the events of October 7. Shekhman stated that many Jewish doctors, nurses, and medical students report feeling unsafe and marginalized, leading her to establish AJMA to advocate for their representation and well-being. The organization now encompasses approximately 3,000 Jewish medical professionals and 400 students, focusing on ensuring a patient-first environment free from discrimination and political distractions. Shekhman emphasized that antisemitism in healthcare is a crisis that compromises patient care, as it disrupts the trust necessary in medical settings. AJMA is also working to protect Jewish doctors from doxxing and reputational harm, while fostering a supportive community for Jewish medical students facing exclusion and hostility. Shekhman remains optimistic, believing that collective efforts can lead to meaningful change in the future.
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The rise of antisemitism in healthcare affects the safety and trust patients have in their medical providers, potentially compromising patient care.
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