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Computational Biology for Physicians

Why Now?

The remarkable growth of data across all areas of biology and medicine—including the vast amount generated by various genome projects—poses a challenge for medical research that requires the development of new tools, methods, and approaches. Breakthroughs in machine learning and artificial intelligence, along with the continuous decline in the cost of genetic sequencing, are rapidly bringing us closer to a reality where personal genomic maps and AI-based medical insights become routine. Accordingly, we must find ways to enable physicians to harness this information and these technologies for the benefit of patients.

Additional technological revolutions—such as smartphones, digital medical records, social networks, wearable computing, and augmented reality—are also transforming the medical world. Even in the post-COVID era, it is clear that we must significantly enhance our capabilities for prediction, personalization, prevention, and patient participation.

Now in its 16th year, the Computational Biology for Physicians program is a joint initiative of the Faculty of Life Sciences at Bar-Ilan University and Sheba Medical Center (In Hebrew). It focuses on genomics and biomedical data science—fields that are becoming increasingly vital in both research and clinical settings.

About the program

 

Our Goal

To provide medical professionals with the scientific knowledge and practical tools to lead the data revolution in healthcare.

Graduates will be able to understand and apply advanced computational methods in clinical care and research, including:

  • Genome mapping of patients, pathogens, and microbiomes, and interpreting their clinical significance
  • Predictive modeling of individual health trajectories and early disease detection.
  • Personalized medicine, using genomic and clinical history to tailor treatments and minimize side effects.
  • Discovery of hidden patterns and mechanisms in biomedical data through advanced computational analysis.

Who Should Apply?

  • Physicians from all specialties and career stages—from interns to department heads—who want to integrate data science, genomics, and digital health into their clinical or research practice
  • Master’s degree holders in biology, medicine, or related fields.
  • Tech and computer science professionals (via a separate admission track).

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The program is designed for working professionals, with classes held one day per week, allowing participants to continue their clinical or research duties. A dedicated track is also available for residents in the preclinical sciences phase (details below).

 

About the study program

Download the program brochure (In Hebrew) 

 

Program Leadership

רון אונגר

Prof. Ron Unger
Program Head, Bar-Ilan University
Expert in bioinformatics, machine learning, and data mining in medical records
[Website]

 

גידי רכבי

Prof. Gidi Rechavi
Program Head, Sheba Medical Center
Pioneer in personalized medicine and genomics, Director of the Sheba Cancer Research Center, Israel Prize Laureate
[Website]

 

רונן טל בוצר

Dr. Ronen Tal-Botzer
Program Director
CEO of a leading AI-in-medicine company focused on R&D and commercialization in digital health
[Website]

 

רחל לוי דרומר

Dr. Rachel Levy-Drummer
Chair of the Program
Academic Secretary, Bar-Ilan University; former Head of the Biostatistics Unit

 

Administrative Coordinator

Ms. Fuor Batel, Faculty of Life Sciences
Tel: 03-5317297

 

Tuition and Scholarships

Tuition is charged according to university policy.
Scholarship opportunities are periodically available and presented to candidates during the registration process.

Scholarships

From time to time, we are able to offer students various options to contribute to their tuition fees. During the application process, all currently available options will be presented to candidates.

Flexible Learning Format

Courses are delivered in a hybrid format—live on Zoom, occasionally on campus, and fully accessible via on-demand recordings. Participate from anywhere, at your own pace.

Attendance Policy

While real-time participation is encouraged, attendance is not mandatory—except for those in the preclinical track, who are required to either attend live Zoom sessions or keep up via recordings.

Watch the Virtual Open Day

Join us for the virtual Open Day held on September 5, 2025, with the program director, key faculty, and alumni. The presenters will introduce the world of genomics and biomedical computation, highlight the topics covered in our program, and explore the impact of this field in clinical, research, and industrial settings. The session concludes with a Q&A and open discussion for prospective students.

Click or visit: medical.info-candidates.bio

 

Contact and Registration

About management of the program and making contact

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Download the program brochure (In Hebrew)