The Israeli National Academy of Science in Medicine held a special event at the Israel Medical Association headquarters to honor Prof. Rivka Carmi, marking the completion of her six-year term as the Academy’s founding president. Speakers included Prof. Zion Hagay, IMA President; Adv. Leah Wapner, IMA CEO; Prof. Jacob Sosna, incoming Academy President; and Academy members Prof. Dina Ben Yehuda and Prof. Rafi Beyar. Malke Borow, Director of the Academy, presented a summary of the Academy’s first six years, highlighting its achievements and milestones.

Prof. Carmi spoke on a personal note about the Academy’s journey—from an initial vision to a thriving institution—expressing gratitude to all those who contributed to its success. The festive evening, attended by Academy members, concluded with food, a gift, and a special song written in her honor—with a creative assist from AI.