Maimonides Society

The Maimonides Society of Washington State strengthens relationships among Jewish physicians, medical professionals and dentists through leadership, tikkun olam and professional development opportunities. The Maimonides Society's social, educational and philanthropic programming integrates medical and Jewish concerns to demonstrate the unique contributions the health professions can make to support the Jewish community. Participation is open to all Jewish physicians and dentists.

Are you looking for a doctor or dentist? Check out the Professional Directory of Jewish Washington for full listings.

Contact Information
Contact Name: 
Michelle Shriki, Development Officer
Phone: 
206-774-2226

Events

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Maimonides Society Medical Professionals Reception

March 5, 2012 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Dr. Alexander Oscar

Please join the Maimonides Society of Washington State and the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle to welcome Dr. Alexander Oscar.

Dr. Alexander Oscar, Sofia Jewish Community President, will be giving a special presentation on The Rebirth of Bulgaria's Jewish Community: How a Neuro-Ophthalmologist from Sofia is Leading a Jewish Renaissance.

News

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Dr. Michael Spektor named President of Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity

Congratulations to Past Board Chair Dr. Michael Spektor who was just named President Elect of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, the oldest international dental organization in the world.

Founded in 1907, ΑΩ is committed to social justice, philanthropy and upholding Jewish values across the globe. Among its many achievements, ΑΩ is responsible for having helped to form Israel's two major dental schools. The Jewish Federation shares many of the values of ΑΩ, as Dr. Spektor noted in his acceptance speech:

Bulgarian Jewish Community Leader Dr. Alexander Oscar to Speak at Maimonides Reception

Dr. Alexander Oscar

Dr. Alexander Oscar is the President of Sofia Jewish Community, Vice President of Bulgaria Jewish Community, and Vice President of European Council of Jewish Communities, and will be making a special presentation at the Maimonides Society Reception on March 5, 2012.

After the fall of Communism in Bulgaria, and throughout Central and Eastern Europe, an opportunity to rebuild Jewish life was created.

Top 8 Reasons to Give Now

As 2011 comes to a close, here are Eight Great Reasons to support your Jewish Federation!

8) Your gift helps provide vital support to thousands of people locally and across the globe, helping our extended Jewish family in need and making our community a better, brighter place.

7) You can get a nice tax deduction for your generosity!

Super Sunday This Weekend

Looking for a fun and easy volunteer opportunity that allows you to support all of the Jewish programs and activities you love? Look no further: Come to Super Sunday, on Sunday, November 13 from 9:30am-4pm at the Stroum Jewish Community Center. It's the Jewish Federation's annual community-wide phone-a-thon, and the impact you can help us make is enormous.

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Plug In, Power Up: Join us for Super Sunday, November 13!

Once a year, hundreds of people gather together to plug in, power up and make a difference in a single day: Super Sunday, on November 13, 2011 from 9:30am-4pm. It's the Jewish Federation's annual community-wide phone-a-thon, and the impact you can help us make is enormous.

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Leadership

2012 Maimonides Society Leadership

Don Shifrin, Maimonides Society Co-Chair
David Isenberg, Maimonides Society Co-Chair

 

More Info

The Maimonides Society of Washington State strengthens relationships among Jewish physicians, medical professionals and dentists through leadership, tikkun olam and professional development opportunities. Through the integration of medical and Jewish concerns, we demonstrate the unique contributions the health professions can make to support the Jewish community.

We encourage all Jewish doctors, dentists, other medical professionals and medical students to contact us with any questions about the Maimonides Society. For more information on the Maimonides Society of Washington State, please contact Maimonides [at] JewishInSeattle [dot] org.

You can stay up-to-date with Maimonides news and events by receiving Maimonides emails. To sign up for the Maimonides Society e-mail list, use the sign-up page.

Giving

While no minimum gift to the Jewish Federation is required to participate in Maimonides Society activities, those who make annual Community Campaign gifts of $180 or more will be listed as members of the Maimonides Society, and those who give $1,800 or more to the Community Campaign recognized as members of the Maimonides Honor Society.

There are no special giving opportunities at the moment.