Looking to make aliyah and join the medical community in Israel? The IMA is proud to support and assist foreign physicians as they make the exciting decision to move to Israel and navigate this new territory, and of course once they have arrived and settled in Israel.
We recognize that the process of making aliyah can be accompanied by significant effort, many questions, and a sense of uncertainty. This website is designed to guide you through the necessary steps to help ensure a smooth and successful transition.
We wish you a warm welcome and a successful start to your professional and personal journey in Israel.
For information on obtaining a license to practice medicine in Israel, please visit the IMA’s licensing information page.
To learn more about the process for recognizing medical specialties in Israel, please visit the IMA’s specialty recognition page.
Learn More about Physician Aliyah
In an interview for the Israel Healthcare Highlights YouTube channel, Adv. Malke Borow, Director of the Division of Law and Policy at the Israel Medical Association, explains the IMA’s role in supporting physicians making Aliyah
For additional interviews with healthcare leaders, visit Israel Healthcare Highlights channel.