Professionals Reception: Bulgarian Neuro-Ophthalmologist Revives Jewish Community

Dr. Alexander Oscar, President of Sofia's Jewish Community, will deliver a special presentation on The Rebirth of Bulgaria's Jewish Community: How a Neuro-Ophthalmologist from Sofia is Leading a Jewish Renaissance,  on March 5, 2012, sponsored by the Maimonides Society of Washington State.

Dr. Oscar's first contact with the re-born Jewish community in Bulgaria was in 1991 when he committed himself to helping this small but spirited Jewish community to assist its needy elderly, reclaim its Sephardic Jewish heritage, and rebuild Jewish communal life.

He describes himself as dreamer -- a dreamer who believes dreams come true. His whole mission in life could be depicted in just one word, one word that means everything -- tzedakah, or the everlasting feeling that all Jews share in bringing justice everywhere they go.

Dr. Oscar was elected President of the Sofia, Bulgaria Jewish community in December 2007, becoming the youngest leader in the history of that community. He completed both his PhD and his residency in Neurology at the Medical University in Sofia, Bulgaria, in 2009. He is also the Vice President of Bulgaria's Jewish Community, and Vice President of the European Council of Jewish Communities.

Dr. Alexander Oscar's presentation in Seattle on Monday, May 5 is made possible through a partnership with the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee. For more information about this event or to register, click here or call 206-443-5400.

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.