Tishrei for Medical Professionals: Rosh Hashana — Hataras Nidarim and Shofar
This is part one of a four-part series for medical professionals.
Serving as a medical resident on or around Rosh Hashana requires a nuanced understanding of various religious practices in settings without immediate access to a shul or religious leaders. It is crucial to understand the intricacies of these practices, such as the minimum requirements and optimal time for shofar blowing, and what to do if one cannot perform the mitzvah according to these requirements. This knowledge is not just for the clinicians' benefit but is also a valuable resource for patients who may find themselves in similar circumstances and who look to their healthcare providers for guidance.
Keynote Speaker
Rabbi Yossi Sprung
Rav, Shaare Zedek Medical Center
Rabbi Sprung is a leading authority on medical halacha. He is the founder and Rosh Beis Medrash Gevoah for Medical Halacha, renowned for his expertise and leadership in addressing complex medical halacha from across the Jewish world.
About the Series
Doctors and other medical professionals face unique challenges during the month of Tishrei. This year, their concerns and issues will be addressed in a special series presented by Rabbi Yossi Sprung, founder of the Beis Medrash Govoha for Medical Halacha, and Rav of Sharei Tzedek. Gain valuable insights to navigate the Yamim Noraim and clinical responsibilities.
Other upcoming webinars in this series:
Thursday, September 7, 2023 (21 Elul) at 3:00 pm (ET)
Switching Calls – Prioritizing Between Shabbos and Chaggim
Sunday, September 10, 2023 (24 Elul) at 10:00 am (ET)
Fasting – Considerations for Clinicians, Patients and New Mothers
Thursday, September 21, 2023 (6 Tishrei) at 3:00 pm (ET)
Sukkos – The Zman for Lulav and Intricacies of the Sukkah
The series is presented by Shaarei Zedek Medical Center, Beis Medrash Govoha for Medical Halacha and Touro University.
