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Prof. Eilat Shinar, M.D., born in Israel, is a leading expert in transfusion medicine and blood services. She serves as Deputy Director-General and Director of Blood Services for Magen David Adom, where she oversees Israel's blood collection and processing operations. Her professional focus includes managing critical blood reserves during periods of conflict, such as those in Lebanon (2006) and Gaza (2008, 2014), emphasizing the continuous demand for donations amid ongoing hostilities. Shinar has also spearheaded humanitarian efforts post-October 7, 2023, including the collection of 1.5 tons of breast milk over six months for premature babies, infants of mothers injured in the massacre, and children of IDF personnel. She has been featured in public discussions, including a panel at the Women’s Leadership Summit reflecting on the October 7 tragedy and future paths forward, and is affiliated with institutions like Ben-Gurion University. Her work underscores a commitment to emergency medical innovation and crisis response in Israel.