In 1973 Shellie Wislizki, a native New Yorker, followed her heart and immigrated to Israel with her Israeli-born husband. A mother of three, she joined the staff of Rabin Medical Center two years ago as the North Amercian Liaison. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Relations from the University of Buffalo. In her position, she organizes and coordinates public relations between the hospital and the office of American Friends, prepares media materials, writes articles for Vital Signs, and posts updates on hospital activities and accomplishments.