Emigration of Doctors, Engineers and Other Highly Educated Israelis Hits Record High

A new study finds that emigration of highly educated Israelis—including doctors, engineers and academics—has reached a record high. Researchers using multiple data sources describe a sharp rise in departures over the past couple of years, especially among professionals and people with advanced degrees. While the study says there is no immediate economic disaster tied to the numbers, it warns that continued outflows could weaken key sectors such as high-tech, advanced healthcare and universities. The authors urge policymakers to respond with targeted measures.