The Schneider Pediatric Center was the site of a deeply emotional meeting, where Dr. Lena Korn Feldman, director of Beilinson Hospital, expressed her heartfelt condolences to the Samo family for the loss of their son, Jonathan Yitzchak Samo. She shared how deeply the hospital staff was touched by his unfortunate death and the generosity of his organ donation.

Tammy Fink, transplant coordinator at Beilinson Hospital and mother of a soldier currently inside Gaza, also spoke about her personal connection to the situation and expressed her deep understanding of the pain and sacrifice involved. She emphasized the unique bond between mothers of soldiers.

Moshe Samo spoke about his son’s bravery and the impact of his organ donation on others. He highlighted how Jonathans generosity had brought hope to many who needed it most.

Prof. Dan Arabot and Prof. Yaron Barak, who performed Jonathans heart transplant, further emphasized the significance and emotional weight of the situation, expressing their deep connection to him and the impact his donation had on those in need.

The meeting brought together parents from both families – those who had lost loved ones through organ donation as well as those who had received them – highlighting how such acts have profoundly impacted both givers and recipients alike. The doctors at the center expressed their deep appreciation for Jonathans family’s generosity and its life-saving impact on others. The meeting served as a powerful reminder of how organ donation can bring hope during moments of grief and loss.

Overall, this content underscored how organ donations can have a significant emotional impact on families affected by them, bringing comfort during difficult times while also saving lives in need.