Meir Medical Center
Meir Medical Center is a major Israeli hospital located in Kfar Saba, serving as the primary medical hub for the Sharon region. It plays a critical role in national resilience by providing urgent trauma care during security incidents and terror attacks in central Israel.
Meir Medical Center, situated in Kfar Saba, is one of Israel's leading multi-disciplinary medical institutions. As the primary hospital for the Sharon region, it serves a diverse population of hundreds of thousands of residents. The center is a vital component of Israel's emergency preparedness infrastructure, frequently operating as the frontline destination for casualties from security incidents occurring near the Green Line and within central Israel's 'waistline.'
In June 2026, Meir Medical Center became a focal point of emergency operations following a multi-site rolling terror attack in the Sharon region. The hospital's trauma units were mobilized to treat victims from the Kokhav Ya'ir and Tzur Yitzhak areas, including individuals suffering from critical and serious gunshot wounds. The facility's ability to transition rapidly from routine operations to emergency mass-casualty protocols is a cornerstone of regional security and civilian safety.
Beyond its role in emergency medicine, Meir is known for its specialized departments and its status as a teaching hospital affiliated with Tel Aviv University. Its strategic location near major traffic arteries and high-friction security zones makes it indispensable for the IDF and emergency services (Mada) during periods of heightened tension. The hospital embodies the Israeli ethos of medical excellence and resilience, maintaining high standards of care while remaining under the constant shadow of regional security threats.