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Meet the Board of Directors

Meet Our Board of Directors

 

AJMA’s Board of Directors is intentionally composed to reflect the breadth of the Jewish medical community — spanning a wide range of Jewish practice, lived experiences, and personal viewpoints. This diversity strengthens our work and enriches our understanding of the challenges facing Jewish healthcare professionals today.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, AJMA is strictly non-partisan and non-political. While our Board members bring their own perspectives and backgrounds, their individual views do not represent the official positions of the organization. What unites us is a shared commitment to the wellbeing, safety, and professional support of Jewish healthcare providers.

Civil discourse is a core value of AJMA. We believe that respectful dialogue — even across differences — is essential to building a strong, vibrant, and connected Jewish community within the medical profession. By engaging thoughtfully and listening openly, our Board works to create an environment where Jewish healthcare professionals feel supported, understood, and empowered. This commitment to community-strengthening is at the heart of our mission and guides everything we do.

Executive Committee

Yael Halaas, M.D.

Cary Schwartzbach, M.D.

Allyson Ocean, M.D.

Jordana Gilman, M.D.

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Rick Barton

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Matthew Schwartz

Sheila Nazarian, M.D.

Ruth Oratz, M.D.

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Eveline Schaffer Shekhman
*stepped down to assume the position of Interim CEO on Dec 31, 2025

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Mark Poznansky, M.D. PhD

Bio

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Joseph Zuckerman, M.D.

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David Goldenberg, M.D.

Non-voting Board Members

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Michael Gold, M.D.

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David Goldberg, M.D. J.D.

Advisory Board

Eric Pelofsky

 

Jarrod Bernstein

Richard Levin 

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Clarence Schwab

He is the son of a Holocaust survivor and a grandson of a rescuer. He is a founding board member of the Jewish Alumni Council and a co-founder of the Harvard Jewish Alumni Alliance. Op-eds of his have appeared in The New York Post, CNBC, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business.

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