Yossi Erblich

Yossi Erblich
יוסי ערבליך
Born1977 (age 47–48)
Antwerp, Belgium
Education
Known forfounder and chairman of the "LeMa'anchem" nonprofit organization
Awards

Yossi Erblich (Hebrew: יוסי ערבליך; born 1977) is a founder and chairman of the "LeMa'anchem" nonprofit organization, which specializes in medical consulting.[1]

Early life

Erblich was born in Antwerp, Belgium, to businessman Shimon Erblich. In his youth, he immigrated to Israel and lived in Tel Aviv. He studied at Beit HaTalmud and Ponevezh Yeshivos.[2]

In 1996, he began his activities in the medical field after encountering issues with the medical treatment provided to his uncle, Aharon Rosenfeld, the Rebbe of Pinsk-Karlin.[3]

Erblich has connections in both general and ultra-Orthodox politics and is considered by the Lithuanian ultra-Orthodox community close to their late leader, Rabbi Steinman, and the leaders who succeeded him.[2]

Career

In 2017, Erblich founded the "LeMa'anchem" organization. Despite not having formal medical education,[3] he offers medical knowledge gained from his experience[4] and connections with doctors in Israel and abroad. Among the active doctors in the organization are Beni Davidson, head of the medical department of the organization and former director of the Emergency Division at the Ministry of Health, who serves as the head of the organization's medical team. Additionally, volunteers include Yosef Peres, the director of Schneider Children's Medical Center (serving as the organization's president).[5]

In October 2019, following the controversy surrounding the fundraising event for the Ezra Lemarpeh nonprofit organization by consultant Elimelech Firer, Erblich published a letter supporting Firer's actions.[6]

In 2021, during COVID-19, the organization launched an information campaign for the ultra-Orthodox community and encouraged the public to get vaccinated.[7] Erblich received a certificate of appreciation from the Ministry of Health for these efforts.[3]

In February 2021, together with Asher Zureyvin, Erblich established the LeMa’anChem Children's Rehabilitation Center in Bnei Brak.[8]

In early 2023, Erblich met with Sheikh Muwafaq Tarif, the head of the Druze community in Israel. They discussed the involvement of Druze doctors and interns volunteering for LeMa’anchem and the organization's support for patients in Arab countries without diplomatic ties to Israel.[9]

Since October 7, 2023, the organization has been operating in emergency mode.[9]

In January 2025, the organization, together with Reichman University, launched the Baruch Scheinberg Fund — a scholarship fund for medical studies which intended for IDF soldiers and disabled veterans. The initiative aims to encourage these individuals to lead change in the Israeli healthcare system. Erbelich is a member of the committee alongside the Dean of the School of Medicine, Professor Arnon Afek, Director Dr. Miri Mizrahi, and others.[10]

In March 2025, he published a letter to the Minister of Health warning about the dangers of using AI-based chatbots in the healthcare system. In the letter, he proposed formulating ethical guidelines for the proper use of artificial intelligence and establishing a regulatory oversight mechanism. Following the letter, Members of Knesset Yaakov Asher and Matan Kahana approached the Chair of the Health Committee, requesting a discussion on the matter.[11][12]

Awards and recognition

In 2019, Erblich gained public attention through posts by Gal Gadot and Mali Levi, who thanked him for his assistance in providing medical guidance and consultation.[13][14][15]

In December 2021, at an event held in Russia, Erblich received a certificate of appreciation from Russian President Vladimir Putin and the "We Are Together" organization for his efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.[16][17]

In June 2022, he received the Presidential Volunteer Medal from President Isaac Herzog for his work with the "LeMa’anChem" organization.[18] Following the award, a tribute evening was held in his honor.[19][20][21] In August 2023, Erblich met with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who expressed his appreciation for the fact that "LeMa’anChem" provides medical assistance and guidance to people regardless of religion, race, or gender.[22]

In September 2022, he was chosen as one of the Heroes of the Year by the Israel National Lottery.[23]

In May 2024, Erblich was selected to light a torch on Israel's 76th Independence Day.[24]

Personal life

Erblich is married to Rachel. They have six children.

References

  1. ^ "Yossi Erblich". Israel Hayom. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  2. ^ a b "היועצים החרדים: ה'אורים ותומים' ואחיין האדמו"ר שמקורב לגדולי הדור". בחדרי חדרים (in Hebrew). 2018-04-01. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  3. ^ a b c Ynetnews (2024-05-06). "Head of medical aid NGO to light Independence Day torch". Ynet. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  4. ^ "עורך הדין הבכיר בראיון לעיתון לשכת עורכי הדין: "הרב ערבליך עילוי"". בחדרי חרדים (in Hebrew). 2019-01-07. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  5. ^ "בכירי תל השומר ליו"ר "למענכם": "לכולנו מטרה משותפת - להציל חיים"". בחדרי חרדים (in Hebrew). 2019-07-14. Retrieved 2025-04-07.
  6. ^ "היועץ הרפואי יוצא להגנת עמיתו - הרב פירר". בחדרי חרדים (in Hebrew). 2019-10-31. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  7. ^ Erblich, Yossi. "Do what the government is afraid to do". Israel Hayom. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  8. ^ השבת, כיכר (2021-02-09). "מנכ"ל הביטוח הלאומי התפעל מילדי ." כיכר השבת (in Hebrew). Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  9. ^ a b "רופאים ומתמחים דרוזים יצטרפו למיזם רופאים במילואים של ארגון 'למענכם'". Maariv (in Hebrew). 2023-03-23. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  10. ^ ynet (2025-01-24). "Lema'anchem partners with philanthropist, Reichman U, offering grants to soldiers". Ynetnews. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  11. ^ "AI use by doctors poses risks to patient safety, warns Israeli health org". The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com. 2025-03-28. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  12. ^ Hadar, Or (2025-05-08). "Doctors are using AI, but data is lacking: 'Don't create complication that blocks progress'". Ynetnews. Retrieved 2025-05-13.
  13. ^ "מדוע הסלבס מפרגנים לעסקן מבני ברק?". Israel Hayom (in Hebrew). Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  14. ^ אוחנה, איציק (2019-08-29). "הידוענית הישראלית פירגנה לעסקן ה." כיכר השבת (in Hebrew). Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  15. ^ "יעל בר זוהר מספרת על הרב שהציל את החיים של אביה". כיפה (in Hebrew). 2022-05-10. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  16. ^ "יוסי ערבליך קיבל תעודת הוקרה בינלאומית". כיכר השבת (in Hebrew). 2021-12-10. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  17. ^ "סיוע לאלפי חולי קורונה מדי יום: תעודת הוקורה ליו"ר 'למענכם' יוסי ערבליך". Walla (in Hebrew). 2021-12-12. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  18. ^ layer (2022-05-07). "Rabbi Yossi Erblich, founder and chairman of the "LEMAANCHEM" non-profit organization, that provides voluntary medical counsel and direction, received the Presidential Award for Volunteering; the "LEMAANCHEM" non-profit organization has been accompanied voluntarily since its establishment by Adv. Yoav Caspi, head of the firm's Corporate Law Department". AYR. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  19. ^ אוחנה, איציק (2022-07-02). "היועץ הרפואי יוסי ערבליך קיבל פרס". כיכר השבת (in Hebrew). Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  20. ^ "למענכם: ערב הוקרה מיוחד נערך ליועץ הרפואי יוסי ערבליך". walla (in Hebrew). 2022-07-03. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  21. ^ "נתניהו: אני מברך את הרב יוסי ערבליך לרגל קבלת ״אות הנשיא למתנדב"". חדשות מבזק לייב (in Hebrew). 2022-06-15. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  22. ^ "ראש עיריית ניו יורק יעתיק את פעילות "למענכם" בארה"ב?". וואלה (in Hebrew). 2023-08-24. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  23. ^ "Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2024-07-02.
  24. ^ Ynetnews (2024-05-06). "Head of medical aid NGO to light Independence Day torch". Ynet. Retrieved 2025-04-07.

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