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Families facing a serious or confusing diagnosis often need help identifying the right specialist, arranging a second opinion, understanding available options, or navigating a large hospital system.
Refuah Resources
A nonprofit medical-referral agency offering free referrals, research, advocacy, and support to patients facing serious or complex illness, helping families reach the right specialists and understand their options. Phone: 718-437-7474.
ROFEH International
Founded by the Bostoner Rebbe, ROFEH provides free expert medical referrals to Boston's leading hospitals along with guest accommodations, kosher meals, transportation, and respite care for patients traveling for treatment.
Beineinu
A clearinghouse and searchable directory connecting patients with medical-referral organizations, specialists, peer support groups by condition, and bikur cholim services worldwide — a useful starting point when you are not sure where to turn.
Also note
For Israel-based medical referrals, see Jewish Medical Support Organizations in Israel, including Ezra LeMarpeh.
Before you use these resources
In an emergency, call your local emergency number (911 in the U.S.) or your community Hatzalah.
These organizations are independent and are not operated by or formally affiliated with JMAR or the Jewish Physicians Network. We list them for educational and informational purposes. Coverage areas vary — some serve one city or hospital, others operate nationally or in Israel — so confirm scope and availability directly with each organization.
Medical-referral organizations can help families move from panic to a concrete plan.
These services do not replace the treating physician. They help patients and families locate expertise, prepare questions, gather records, and understand which referrals may be appropriate for a particular condition or city.
Related JMAR resources
- Jewish Medical Support Organizations in Israel
- Kosher Hospital Food, Lodging, and Bikur Cholim Hospitality
- Support for Jewish Children and Families Facing Serious Illness
Suggest a resource
Know a reliable organization, hotline, or patient-support service that belongs here? This directory is growing, and we welcome recommendations.