Jerusalem, 9 November, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Google’s philanthropic arm, Google.org, has awarded a $2 million grant to Clalit Health Services, Israel’s largest healthcare organization. This is a two-year initiative to fund the development of a voice-activated, generative AI medical assistant to serve five million patients.
Built on Google’s Gemini models and Cloud infrastructure, the virtual assistant will optimize the patient’s journey. It will enable users to schedule appointments, report symptoms, and conduct preliminary medical triage.
To bridge systemic digital divides, the AI-powered system will operate through standard voice channels. This ensures accessibility for vulnerable populations, including senior citizens and those using “kosher” phones without internet access.
Furthermore, the assistant will support multiple languages and local dialects.
The project will undergo a localized pilot phase before a broader rollout. This deployment aims to streamline healthcare administrative tasks and alleviate the ongoing burnout experienced by frontline medical personnel.
