Ruth Jaffe
1907–1996 (age 89)
Biography
Ruth Jaffe devoted her life to psychiatry in Sha'ar HaAmakim, tending to the emotional wounds of individuals and families with calm rigor and deep empathy. She believed in holistic care, always listening first and letting patients guide the pace of their healing.
Her presence in the medical community brought reassurance, as she shared her knowledge generously and helped younger practitioners understand the human heart behind every diagnosis.