Life's Door Board

Benjamin W. Corn, MD, is a Professor of Oncology at Tel Aviv University School of Medicine and Chairman of the Institute of Radiotherapy at Tel Aviv Medical Center. He is Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Life's Door-Tishkofet; an NGO that has developed innovative approaches to facing illness and loss and has impacted thousands of patients, families and professionals.  In 2011, Dr.... [ More ]

Benjamin W. Corn, MD, is a Professor of Oncology at Tel Aviv University School of Medicine and Chairman of the Institute of Radiotherapy at Tel Aviv Medical Center. He is Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Life's Door-Tishkofet; an NGO that has developed innovative approaches to facing illness and loss and has impacted thousands of patients, families and professionals.  In 2011, Dr. Corn was awarded the Israeli Citation for Volunteerism by President Shimon Peres for “changing the way people face illness” on behalf of Tishkofet. He was the winner of the Essay-Writing Contest of Lancet Oncology for 2012-2013 [ Less ]

 Phyllis Dvora Corn, MSc is an Occupational and Family and Marital Therapist specializing in working with patients and families facing life-threatening illness. She is the co-founder and Executive Director of Life’s Door-Tishkofet, an NGO that has developed innovative approaches to facing illness and loss and has impacted thousands of patients, families and professionalsץ Ms. Corn is... [ More ]

 Phyllis Dvora Corn, MSc is an Occupational and Family and Marital Therapist specializing in working with patients and families facing life-threatening illness. She is the co-founder and Executive Director of Life’s Door-Tishkofet, an NGO that has developed innovative approaches to facing illness and loss and has impacted thousands of patients, families and professionalsץ Ms. Corn is the Co-Chair of the Israel Spiritual Care Network of 22 agencies advancing spiritual care across Israel. In addition to these leadership roles, Dvora‘s clinical practice has changed the lives of hundreds of people facing illness, end of life and loss. Her workshops and lectures for professionals and training of volunteers focus on integrating meaning-making and purpose, offering hope and coping skills to people in their darkest hours [ Less ]

Dr. Bokstein is a board certified neurologist who is currently senior Neurologist and Physician In-Charge of Neuro-Oncology Service Division of Oncology, Tel. He is also an Instructor in Neurology at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine of Tel Aviv University. Aviv Sourasky Medical Center Dr. Bokstein was born in Moscow, U.S.S.R. and immigrated to Israel in 1990. He was educated at Moscow State Medical... [ More ]

Dr. Bokstein is a board certified neurologist who is currently senior Neurologist and Physician In-Charge of Neuro-Oncology Service Division of Oncology, Tel. He is also an Instructor in Neurology at the Sackler Faculty of Medicine of Tel Aviv University. Aviv Sourasky Medical Center Dr. Bokstein was born in Moscow, U.S.S.R. and immigrated to Israel in 1990. He was educated at Moscow State Medical Institute and completed in residency in neurology with distinction at Second Moscow Pirogov Memorial Medical Institute and 63rd Moscow. Dr. Bokstein practiced neurology in Moscow where he became the Head of Neurological Department at the 32nd Moscow. Upon making aliyah, Dr. Bokstein completed an additional residency in neurology at Ichilov Hospital, Tel. He then did a fellowship in Neuro-Oncology at the Neuro-Oncology Center and stayed on as Senior Neurologist at Hadassah Medical Center of Hadassah University Hospital, Jerusalem. Aviv Medical Center City Hospital City Hospital Dr. Bokstein is an active member of the Israel Medical Association, Israel Society of Neurology, American of Neurology and the American Society for Neuro-Oncology. He lives in Tel Aviv with his wife and daughter Anna Bokstein who is a nationally acclaimed actress. [ Less ]

Nir Lempert has been the CEO of Golden Pages Group since November 2005. Under his management, the group changed from a group focused on the production of printed guides to one whose main activities and revenues come from the Internet,including some of the most advanced websites. In the past he served as CEO of Channel 10 and as Deputy CEO of Yes. Nir has served in a variety of positions in the 8200... [ More ]

Nir Lempert has been the CEO of Golden Pages Group since November 2005. Under his management, the group changed from a group focused on the production of printed guides to one whose main activities and revenues come from the Internet,including some of the most advanced websites. In the past he served as CEO of Channel 10 and as Deputy CEO of Yes. Nir has served in a variety of positions in the 8200 unit. Currently, he is the Chairman of the 8200 Alumni Association and is active in other NGOs. Nir is a board member of Life’s Door-Tishkofet, and a committed supporter of the organization. [ Less ]

Beth Eve Corn M.D. is a Magna cum Laude graduate of Columbia Universitywhere she was elected to the Phi beta Kapa Society .She completed her medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. After training in internal medicine and completing a fellowship in allergy and clinical immunology at the Mount SinaiMedicalCenterin New Yorkshe conducted clinical research focused on allergy and the epidemiology... [ More ]

Beth Eve Corn M.D. is a Magna cum Laude graduate of Columbia Universitywhere she was elected to the Phi beta Kapa Society .She completed her medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. After training in internal medicine and completing a fellowship in allergy and clinical immunology at the Mount SinaiMedicalCenterin New Yorkshe conducted clinical research focused on allergy and the epidemiology of asthma. She is currently the chief of the allergy and asthma clinic at Mount SinaiHer clinical interests include :pregnancy and asthma andallergy as well as chronic urticaria and immunodeficiencies.She is a fellow ofthe AmericanAcademyof Allergy ,Asthma and Immunology and Past President of the New York Allergy and Asthma Society. Dr. Corn lectures throughout the United Statesabout asthma, food allergy and other chronic immunologic diseases [ Less ]

Dr. Kastner completed his undergraduate studies at Yeshiva University, graduate work at Columbia University, and post-graduate training at The William Glasser Institute. He holds a doctorate in Counseling and is a certified Reality Therapist. He has served as the Administrator of the Department of Psychiatry at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York and has consulted to many healthcare institutions... [ More ]

Dr. Kastner completed his undergraduate studies at Yeshiva University, graduate work at Columbia University, and post-graduate training at The William Glasser Institute. He holds a doctorate in Counseling and is a certified Reality Therapist. He has served as the Administrator of the Department of Psychiatry at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York and has consulted to many healthcare institutions both in Israel and abroad. Dr. Kastner is a U.S. and Israel-certified handwriting expert and finds this supplemental tool to be highly valuable in his counseling work. In addition to his many articles published in the general press, he is the author of the widely acclaimed book "Understanding the Afterlife in This Life", a compendium of Judaic sources and scientific studies designed to help people overcome their fear of death. Dr. Kastner also provides bereavement counseling and support to Jewish Family Services – Israel. He and his wife live in Jerusalem and have five children and two grandchildren. [ Less ]

Ms. Estes was Born and educated in Manchester, England. She has worked in healthcare administration for over 20 years, including being the Comptroller of a rehabilitation division of Health Care Retirement Corporation (currently HCR-Manor Care Inc). Ms. Estes currently works for the public accounting firm of Robert Gillespie and Associates and is responsible for the development and administration of... [ More ]

Ms. Estes was Born and educated in Manchester, England. She has worked in healthcare administration for over 20 years, including being the Comptroller of a rehabilitation division of Health Care Retirement Corporation (currently HCR-Manor Care Inc). Ms. Estes currently works for the public accounting firm of Robert Gillespie and Associates and is responsible for the development and administration of the Practice Management division which provides complete "off site" administrative and financial services to new and existing companies and medical practices. Ms. Estes has a growing interest in alternative healing modalities and compassionate end of life care. She is a certified Reiki Master/Teacher and Master-Instructor for Integrated Energy Therapy. [ Less ]

Avi Frig , was born in Israel in 1953 and has served his country and community throughout his life. Avi is the proud father of five children and he and his lovely wife Efrat live in Raanana. Having served and been injured serving in the IDF, Avi went on to found LIAD Insurance Ba'am, in 1975 which is a leader in insurance in Israel. When diagnosed with laryngeal cancer in 2005, Avi began conventional... [ More ]

Avi Frig , was born in Israel in 1953 and has served his country and community throughout his life. Avi is the proud father of five children and he and his lovely wife Efrat live in Raanana. Having served and been injured serving in the IDF, Avi went on to found LIAD Insurance Ba'am, in 1975 which is a leader in insurance in Israel. When diagnosed with laryngeal cancer in 2005, Avi began conventional medical treatment and simultaneously added visual imagery, and positive thinking to his armament of care. He describes these complementary approaches as a key element in his ability to continue with his work and social life throughout the course of his radiation and chemotherapy. From the start, Avi realized that as a cancer survivor he had more to give, and has since been an indomitable force in the Tishkofet Board of Directors. His commitment to supporting patients and family members facing illness is seen in his inability to say "no" whenever there is a need and to finding effective solutions to any challenge along the way. Avi is a person of a big heart, amazing organizational talent and intense caring. He exemplifies a person who faces the threat of illness with honesty, hope and optimism with which he exudes and infects everyone he meets. [ Less ]

Dr. Haber received his undergraduate and graduate degrees with distinction (B.A., M.D.) at Boston University (completed the 6- year accelerated program in 1984). He did his residency in internal medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Haber is currently Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Drexel University... [ More ]

Dr. Haber received his undergraduate and graduate degrees with distinction (B.A., M.D.) at Boston University (completed the 6- year accelerated program in 1984). He did his residency in internal medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Haber is currently Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at Drexel University School of Medicine inPhiladelphia. He holds active hospital positions at Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia PA, which include Chief, Pulmonary Medicine; Director, Pulmonary Medicine Fellowship Program; Director, Respiratory Therapy and Pulmonary Function Laboratory; Medical Director, Sleep Disorders Center; Chairman, Institutional Review Board, President-elect. Alan is a member of Temple Beth Hillel- Beth El, where he and his wife Dr. Marion Haber and their four children are actively involved. [ Less ]

Ms. Hammer was born and raised in London where she attended Saint Martin School of Art in London, England. She has experience in various fields over the last 20 years including, a position as a fashion buyer in Washington, D.C. for Yves St. Laurent, and as the Director of Public Relations for the Israel Museum in Jerusalem and New York. She was the founder of a children's book publishing company in... [ More ]

Ms. Hammer was born and raised in London where she attended Saint Martin School of Art in London, England. She has experience in various fields over the last 20 years including, a position as a fashion buyer in Washington, D.C. for Yves St. Laurent, and as the Director of Public Relations for the Israel Museum in Jerusalem and New York. She was the founder of a children's book publishing company in England, and previously held the position of Marketing and Communications Director of Starhome in Tel Aviv. Currently, Sandy is the President and founder of Conference-Art Inc. an international conference and event planning entity. Her talents have been directed toward assisting with event planning community relations for Tishkofet. Sandy lives in a Tel Aviv suburb with her husband and 3 children. [ Less ]

Ms. Landschulz received her Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Masters in Business Administration from the University of Michigan, both with distinction. Her career includes over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry including Principal and Director of Operations for multi-million dollar NJ rehabilitation practice that was successfully... [ More ]

Ms. Landschulz received her Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Masters in Business Administration from the University of Michigan, both with distinction. Her career includes over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry including Principal and Director of Operations for multi-million dollar NJ rehabilitation practice that was successfully sold and integrated into what is now know as Manor Care and a wide range of experience including being a Lecturer at University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill and Quinnipiac College, practice as a Licensed Occupational Therapist and a Healthcare Management consultant. Ms. Landschulz is currently serving as Regional Vice President for Sg2, a health care intelligence firm based in Evanston, IL. She lives in a Suburb of Ann Arbor, Michigan, with her husband Mark and their three children. [ Less ]

Dr. Jonathan Sarna is one of America’s foremost commentators on American Jewish history, religion and life. Born in Philadelphia, and raised inNew York and Boston, he attended Brandeis University, the BostonHebrew College, Merkaz HaRav Kook in Jerusalem, and Yale University, where he obtained his doctorate in 1979. From 1979-1990, Dr. Sarna taught at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of... [ More ]

Dr. Jonathan Sarna is one of America’s foremost commentators on American Jewish history, religion and life. Born in Philadelphia, and raised inNew York and Boston, he attended Brandeis University, the BostonHebrew College, Merkaz HaRav Kook in Jerusalem, and Yale University, where he obtained his doctorate in 1979. From 1979-1990, Dr. Sarna taught at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati, where he rose to become Professor of American Jewish history and Director of the Center for the Study of the American Jewish Experience. He has also taught at Yale University, theUniversity of Cincinnati, and at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Dr. Sarna came back to Brandeis in 1990 to assume the new Joseph H. & Belle R. Braun Professorship in American Jewish history in the Department of Near Eastern & Judaic Studies. He served two terms as chair of that department, and now chairs the Academic Advisory and Editorial Board of the Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives. In addition, he serves as chief historian both of the National Museum of American Jewish History and of Celebrate 350: the 350th commemoration of Jewish life in America. The Forward newspaper has dubbed him one ofAmerica’s fifty most influential American Jews. Dr. Sarna has written, edited, or co-edited more than twenty books. His most recent work is the acclaimed American Judaism: A History. Winner of the Jewish Book Council’s “Jewish Book of the Year Award” in 2004, it has been praised as being “the single best description of American Judaism during its 350 years on American soil.” He is married to Professor Ruth Langer, and they have two children, Aaron and Leah. They live in Boston, and spend sabbaticals and many vacations in Jerusalem [ Less ]

Dr. Joel B. Wolowelsky is Dean of the Faculty of the Yeshivah of Flatbush in Brooklyn, NY, where he teaches math and Jewish Philosophy. He is Associate Editor of Tradition, the journal of Jewish thought published by the Rabbinical Council of America; The Tora u-Madda Journal published byYeshiva University; and the series MeOtzar HoRav: Selected Writing of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik. He has published... [ More ]

Dr. Joel B. Wolowelsky is Dean of the Faculty of the Yeshivah of Flatbush in Brooklyn, NY, where he teaches math and Jewish Philosophy. He is Associate Editor of Tradition, the journal of Jewish thought published by the Rabbinical Council of America; The Tora u-Madda Journal published byYeshiva University; and the series MeOtzar HoRav: Selected Writing of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik. He has published widely in the field of Jewish Medical Ethics. He is on the Professional Advisory Boards of The Boston Initiative for Excellence in Jewish Day Schools and Bar-IlanUniversity's Lookstein Center for Jewish Education in the Diaspora. [ Less ]