{"id":4233,"date":"2024-11-18T19:28:50","date_gmt":"2024-11-18T17:28:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imap.org.il\/?page_id=4233"},"modified":"2025-09-30T13:36:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T10:36:04","slug":"specialty-recognition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/archive.imap.org.il\/port\/licensing-process\/specialty-recognition\/","title":{"rendered":"Specialty Recognition"},"content":{"rendered":"

specialty
\n<\/span><\/span>Recognition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

specialty
<\/span><\/span>Recognition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

specialty
\n<\/span><\/span>Recognition<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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As you may have heard, the IMA has started to waive the Hatama requirement in many situations. However – this is not a blanket exemption<\/strong>. Certain cases still may require a Hatama period. Even if you think you are eligible for the exemption, you still need to upload paperwork to the portal and officially apply for specialty recognition through the IMA.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Israel Medical Association (IMA)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Scientific Council (Moetza Mada\u2019it) of the IMA is responsible for board\/specialty certification. Specialty recognition is a separate application from the general Ministry of Health medical licensing process. You can apply to both the Ministry of Health for medical licensure and the IMA for specialty recognition at the same time.<\/p>\n

To visit the IMA portal – CLICK HERE<\/a>
<\/strong>Please open your file there.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve created a step-by-step guide to work you through the process – You can access that guide HERE<\/strong><\/a>. If you need further help, please contact us at medpro@nbn.org.il<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Important notes before we begin<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

The IMA evaluates everyone on a case-by-case basis. Certain cases may be approved for the Green Track, which is a new protocol of the IMA that offers leniencies in specialty recognition requirements to some applicants. If the IMA confirms that you are approved for the Green Track, you will receive an official letter from them. At the end of that letter there will be a link – once you receive your Israeli medical license, please submit it to the IMA at this link in order for your specialty certificate to be issued.<\/p>\n

If you are not approved for the Green Track, you will need to do Hatama. Certain cases may also be required to sit for Israeli specialty exams, for further observed work, or complete additional residency time. Be in touch with your IMAP representative if you have any specific questions regarding your IMA application.<\/p>\n

Please note:<\/strong> the IMA may request that you sit for written and oral exams (similar to residency exams). These exams are referred to as Stage I (written) and Stage II (oral) exams, and they are held in Hebrew only. Many people receive exemptions from these exams.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

HATAMA<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

To obtain a specialty license in Israel, specialists must undergo Hatama (formerly known as Histaklut), an adaptation period in a recognized department lasting 1 to 6 months.<\/p>\n

To see this list for approved departments (Hebrew) where you can complete your Hatama – CLICK HERE<\/strong><\/a>
Reach out to us at medpro@nbn.org.il<\/a> for help navigating this list.<\/p>\n

Hatama is crucial for specialists to learn, network, and integrate into the Israeli medical system. It covers medical basics, Hebrew language improvement, and gives your the opportunity to showcase your expertise in the desired specialty. The IMA closely observes specialists during Hatama and provides guidelines and instructions to the director. Your specialty certificate is dependent on your Hatama experience, so take it seriously!<\/p>\n

Note: Verification of the following vaccinations is required prior to beginning Hatama:<\/p>\n