UK Doctor Fears Losing His Job After Sharing His Faith With a Patient
- Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:05pm by
Billy Hallowell
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Should doctors be penalized for sharing their faith with patients?
This is the question that many are pondering following a doctor’s reprimand by the General Medical Council (the governing body that regulates medical professionals practicing in the United Kingdom). Dr. Richard Scott, a family physician with an impeccable record, was chastised for speaking to a patient about God. Now, he fears losing his job as a result of the incident. The Telegraph has more:
The committed Christian, was accused of “harassment” and told by the medical regulator that he risked bringing the profession into disrepute by discussing his religious beliefs.
The Cambridge-educated doctor has refused to accept a formal warning on his record, and is instead taking legal action to fight the censure.
His case follows a series of high-profile disputes between Christians and their employers over their freedom to express their beliefs, including an electrician who displayed a cross in his van and a nurse who prayed for a patient.
Scott claims that he was within his bounds when speaking with the patient and that the conversation was, “…a consensual discussion between two adults.” By his own account, he asked permission before speaking to the patient and stopped discussing his faith when he was asked to. Scott is determined to clear his name.
Below, watch him discuss the matter in detail. What do you think? Should he be held accountable for sharing his faith?
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Comments (109)
christos
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:04pm…….Great,Scott can one talk enough–brag about +GOD+JESUS+ if those Dolt’s fire you that means +GOD+ has just promoted you,AMEN+
Report Post »FlowerBell
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:02pmIt is all-out war on Christians.
Report Post »liberalsarealiens
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:44pmThe UK is too far gone for them to take their country back from liberal progressives and muslim takeover. We are headed in that direction faster than you think. If we don’t stop them now and in 2012 we will be too far gone also!
Report Post »Pattondog
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:35pm@ Mannax
Report Post »Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:15pm
I am betting if he was a muslim Dr. that he would not be having complaints filed and if there were, the person filing the complaint would be charged with libel or something along those lines for defaming the name of islam
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Couldn’t say it any better,You can expect this same sort of fundamentalism to trickle into the new obamma care. slowly and steadily PC will infiltrate health care to.
heavyduty
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:31pmAll I can say if I lost my job for sharing my faith with someone. Then I would consider it an honor, besides its not much of a job anyway.
Report Post »ofallon
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:27pmGood for you, Doc. He asks his patients in advance for consent. All the patient had to do was say, “No, thank you.” Sounds like he has a good case.
Report Post »geonj
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:23pmthis is the socialist vision obama and friends have for our great country. if this doctor was a muslim would he be in trouble for speaking about allah?… i suspect not.
Report Post »adouglass1
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:23pmPatients relative= not Christian i.e. Muslim, Budhist, Jewish. agnostic, atheist whatever? Of course but if it was the other way around? Wth is wrong with people? pc should really be pd for purely devil or ps for purely Satan. Their is a battle going on right now for peoples souls at this exact moment!!
Report Post »Vesus
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:27pmYou guys are so ridiculous with your contrived outrage over political correctness. It’s only political correctness that keeps people from saying how absurd ALL of your religions are…and how brainwashed you must be to take that stuff so seriously.
Report Post »Bullwinkle
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:17pmVesus, if it’s all so absurd why do you people always get so worked up over it?
Report Post »Vesus
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:22pmAnd if the doctor was a muslim, all of you would be up in arms that he wasn’t fired. Stop pretending like you care about freedom of religion.
Report Post »HorseCrazy
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 8:48pmoh please. My son’s pediatrician is a Muslim and we are Messianic Jews. He is a very wonderful man who knows treating a patient is a mind body soul issue. More doctors need to recognize this. Your mind can control the outcome of your physical health. Prayer is one of the remedies he recommends when our son is sick as well as antibiotics or traditional meds. He knows who we pray to I know who he does. It is fine by us and many others. Treating the entire person mind body and soul is prefered by most instead of doctors just handing out loads of antidepressants to the unbelievers
Report Post »needanotherReagan
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:22pmIf he were a Muslim he could have praise Allah tattoed on his forehead, and the G.M.C wouldn’t say a word about it.
Report Post »Mary M. Tebbe
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:21pmShame on our brother Ephraim (brother to Manasseh; their father Joseph) for allowing themselves to fall so far away from God. The tribe of Ephraim (Great Britain and the countries associated with it) and the tribe of Manasseh (The United States of America) were given the blessing of the firstborn son, which was a double portion blessing; Jacob placing the younger Ephraim over the elder Manasseh in the blessing.
Report Post »Hosea 13: 1 tells us: When Ephraim spoke, men trembled; he was exalted in Israel.
Hosea 3: 4 – 5: For the ISRAELITES (all 12 tribes of Israel) will live MANY DAYS without king or prince, without sacrifice or sacred stones, without ephod or idol. AFTERWARD THE ISRAELITES WILL RETURN AND SEEK THE LORD THEIR GOD and David their king. THEY WILL COME TREMBLING TO THE LORD AND TO HIS BLESSINGS IN THE LAST DAYS.
JGraham III
Posted on May 24, 2011 at 9:45pmNice to find someone else who understands about the blessings on Ephriam and Manassah! I find it interesting that most all of the lexical aids and nearly all of the good ones are in English, and that (in my opinion) the reason why the British Empire was so far flung was so that the teaching of Christianity then could be carried out by the many many English speaking missionaries that have travelled the globe in the last 200 years. To see a testimony of this English doctor gives me hope that Christianity in England is not yet dead. God will not forget him and his labor of love in sharing his faith!
Report Post »As believers in Jesus Christ, we need to remember also that the blessings on Abraham (I will bless those bless you and curse those curse you) not only apply to the physical land of Israel and its inhabitants, but to us the Church as well.
SREGN
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:05pmA British subject is only allowed to have deeply held beliefs about soccer, cricket, or alcohol. Godless place, Britain. Foods bad, too. And the teeth. No wonder they lost their empire.
Report Post »Mr. Nice Guy
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:14pmYou forgot to mention the weather. They do have lovely manners, though.
Report Post »Eternal Lucy
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 6:48pmWasn’t King George VI deeply religious, a man of faith? An avowed Christian?
Whatever happened?
So sad…
Report Post »UlyssesP
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:57pmThat is God’s way of telling the good doctor that some people should be left to die.
Report Post »Non-sequitur
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:21pmYes, that sounds exactly like something Jesus would do. Let people die. Or which god are you talking about?
Report Post »Khedewia
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:55pmThe patient didn’t make a complaint against the doctor. It was the patient’s relative. The conversation was concensual. No one should interfere with a concensual discussion. That is an infridgement on people’s freedoms. It sounds like the patient was changed as a result of the conversation and the patient’s relative was extremely annoyed by that. I support the doctor. He asked permission to talk about faith. Why should he be penalized for that?
Report Post »Bullwinkle
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:12pmThat’s the beauty of PC. Even if not involved, you can still claim to be offended and bring a lawsuit. A friend’s brother lost his job because someone overheard a private conversation and was offended by what was said.
Report Post »Locked
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:29pmIf he were an atheist in the US talking to a patient about God not existing, his license would have been revoked instantly.
If it was a consensual conversation, I‘d say he’s within his bounds, and I hope his legal battle ends up going in his favor.
Report Post »regressive_democrat
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:40pmIf he were an atheist in the US talking to a patient about God not existing, his license would have been revoked instantly.
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What?
Report Post »Mr. Nice Guy
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:56pmLocked,
It was a consensual conversation, According to the article, “he asked permission before speaking to the patient and stopped discussing his faith when he was asked to.”
Report Post »Locked
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:00pmExactly why I’m saying I hope he wins his case.
Report Post »Bullwinkle
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:10pm@Locked “If he were an atheist in the US talking to a patient about God not existing, his license would have been revoked instantly.”
You’re kidding, right?
Report Post »texasfarmer
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:26pmThe UK needs to be floated over to California so then can enjoy themselves.
Report Post »Micmac
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:08pmActually there are alot of conservatives in CA, but mostly in the south, far from SF and Sacramento, where decisions seem to be made. It’s alot easier to castigate conservatives than libs who offer “free stuff” vs personal and fiscal responsibility. However, in the south we do have Hollywierd, which has it’s own media center. But peeps in So Cal look at Hollywierd as more like Disneyland and all the artificial characters.
Report Post »oldasdirt
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:19pmThe more we step away from God,the faster we jump to destruction.
Report Post »Lt_Taz
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:42pmAmen brother, we are nothing without God
Report Post »Vesus
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:24pmWhat god are you talking about? Zeus?
Report Post »Nemo13
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:16pmAnything else would be acceptable I am sure, perhaps if it was voodoo, and he had a few shrunkin heads hanging about, that would be ok.
Report Post »i want the truth
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:16pmWhat is the world coming to? Communism… If you do not agree with the Doc. go find a new one!! Or we could pretend we are Christian, Muslim, Budist, ect. Like the wonderful President we have now! NOT!
Report Post »Mannax
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:38pmHow bout look at the doctor and say I am not interested, thank you. And if he/she persists, then find a new one.
Report Post »912828Buckeye
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:11pmGovernment run health care, you can’t pick your own doctor.
Coming soon to the USA. (Lord I hope not!)
Report Post »2nd time
kaydeebeau
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:15pmComing too a location near you….
We must protect our freedom here – it is being radically undermined at every turn
Report Post »commonsenseguy
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:14pmto much p c has ruined the u k, don’t offend anyone, but if you are muslim, you can offend everyone,
Report Post »p – pure
c-crap.
Psychosis
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:13pmif he was a muslim , no one would blink an eye
Report Post »MOLLYPITCHER
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:10pmIf the patient doesn’t like it, go find another doctor. Just as if they did not like their doctor’s bedside manor, they would find another doctor.
Report Post »912828Buckeye
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:09pmGovernment run health care, you can’t pick your own doctor.
Coming soon to the USA. (Lord I hope not!)
Report Post »Non-sequitur
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:20pm“Government run health care, you can’t pick your own doctor.”
Looks like you’re an expert on government run health care.
Oh no wait you’re blatantly wrong.
Report Post »Obama Bin Lying
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:10pmIf he was a Muslim, there wouldn’t be an issue here
Report Post »BacktorootsAmerica
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:15pmAbsolutely correct! This madness has to stop!
Report Post »1 Corinthians 13:13
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:20pmYou are 110% correct, and that is one of the main things wrong with our “western” society!
Report Post »survivorseed
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:56pmIf I got a fever and a sore throat, I want medicine, not a sermon.
Report Post »copatriots
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 7:12pm@ Survivor
Get back to God and the good doctor when you have been diagnosed with a fatal disease. Actually, I hope that doesn’t befall you but I am quite sure most people being given that diagnosis would welcome hearing about the benefits of prayer in healing, miracles the doctor has seen happen and, most importantly, the Christian belief of salvation for their soul should they not survive.
Report Post »Dustyluv
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:07pmThe UK is in deep doo doo….
Report Post »poverty.sucks
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:13pmPersecution of Christians exceed those afflicted by the Holocaust
Report Post »commonsenseguy
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:15pm@dustyluv, no,they are drowning in p c doo,doo.
Report Post »Mannax
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:15pmI am betting if he was a muslim Dr. that he would not be having complaints filed and if there were, the person filing the complaint would be charged with libel or something along those lines for defaming the name of islam.
Report Post »Bullwinkle
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:18pm@Mannax, my thoughts exactly.
Report Post »Anonymous T. Irrelevant
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:19pmProbably a set-up. I wonder if Muslims have the same problem there?
Report Post »banjarmon
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:22pmDr. Richard Scott: Stand strong in your faith Sir. God will reward you.
Report Post »biohazard23
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:22pmIs in? More like have been and still are, and getting deeper every day……
Report Post »CatB
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:26pm@MANNAX
Very SAFE BET!
TEA!
Report Post »copatriots
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:31pmHi All!
Slightly off topic but….. : ) Studying this today and felt this was the perfect place to share….God’s timing is always perfect. Concerning the gift of salvation given to man (per verse 10), 1 Peter 1:12 says “Even angels long to look into these things” concerning the gift of salvation given to man.
Beth Moore commentary from her study of Revelation page 46:
……among all these things angels long to look into, they perhaps find the whole concept of salvation particularly puzzling. Perhaps one reason is because they have seen man’s rebellion and rejection of God and of His Son, Jesus, for centuries while they look straight upon their holy faces.
Report Post »Locked
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:32pm@Poverty.Sucks
Is it your opinion that said persecution is worse? And what stats do you have for that strong accusation?
Report Post »Patrick in AZ
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:33pmWho do these people think they are; believing in something higher than themselves? And what nerve, praying for a patient to get better!
Report Post »oldasdirt
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:39pmOk,so here is the deal.When you pathetic atheist and agnostic people start going after the ****** or budda or hindu religions you will have some ground to attack Christianity.When you start telling the ****** to tear down mosque,and show you have the guts to take on a religon that will kill you for doing so, you may have some credibility.Until then stop just attacking the Christians.
Report Post »I have to work and walk down the street everyday and see stupid liberals.I deal with it.You need to learn to deal with Christianity.
Obama Snake Oil Co
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:40pmI guess if you are a muslim and want to take over another country, first present the injustice of display of religious symbals and speaking about it that Christ guy. We see it everywhere in the world now. Its OK to be muslim and display your garb, just make sure you don’t display anything christian….Of course we will tolerate you, however, you will not tolerate us….
Report Post »DIOS BENDIGA AMERICA ... JESUCRISTO ES EL SEÑOR!
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 3:45pmThe biggest story is that there is a Doctor who believes in the Great Physician and should not be ashamed to ever share his beliefs.
Report Post »poverty.sucks
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:07pm@Locked The Vatican reports that 75 out of every 100 killed for religious hatred are Christian.
Report Post »vennoye
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:44pm@Locked
Voice of the Martyrs says that in the last 10 years more people have died for their faith than were killed in the lst century.
http://www.persecution.com
Report Post »Libertyluvnmomma
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:50pmWow how does one find a doctor like him?
many doctors in my area speak with a heavy Indian accent- which would be fine if I understood clearly what they were saying since it is my health we are talking about.
They could be any ethnicity but understandable is imperative. They got through medical school what is too much about a semester of voice coaching?
But a Christ centered Doctor?……….that would be nice. Unless he was trying to vaccinate me! then off with his head.
Report Post »Patrick in AZ
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 4:59pm@Liberty – you sure you are at the DR‘s office and not at Joe Biden’s donut shops?
Report Post »Locked
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:01pm@ POVERTY.SUCKS
My last response got deleted, but all it said was “Thanks, I hadn’t seen that before. You learn something new every day! God bless :)” Hope this one stays up!
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:04pmSo it is coming to be; the lines are being drawn, and the battle will be waged over ideals and ideology in the next few years, that shall be the main part. God help us indeed.
Report Post »grandma7
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:08pmBless him for standing with the Lord!
Report Post »tompaineknowsthescore
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:17pmi live in Britain and we are fine
Report Post »we have less debt
we have universal healthcare and spend less as a percentage of GDP than you do
our campaigns last 4 weeks and dont bring the political machine to a standstill for 2 in every 4 years
survivorseed
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 5:53pmQuestion to you idiot blazers, If he told his patients he wanted to discuss one more thing with them and then proceeded to recant the virtues of homosexuality, you would have no issues?
Blazers are such freaking hypocritical retards that it astounds me.
Report Post »poverty.sucks
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 6:28pmSurvivor Seed has issues only professional help can assist. When one walks on the side walk and is astounded by Dog feces, and yet returns over and over again and continues to be astounded by the same piece of crap, the only solution is to stop staring at the crap and move on.
Report Post »survivorseed
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 6:46pmSurvivorseed is my name and pointing out ignorance, hypocrisy and racism is my game.
Report Post »If you don’t like it, don‘t read it and definately don’t reply to it.
SonOfaCommunist
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 7:00pmBut, if he was a muslim doctor, preaching Jihad, NO PROBLEM THEN! Heck we’ll even put the rug down for you 5 times per day!
Report Post »Lucy Larue
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 7:40pmDUSTYLUV,
Yeah….,it is the country that Chamberlain called home. Of course Churchill did too.
Report Post »Sadly….,England has no Churchills right now. They are awash in Chamberlains….,Vichy’s too.
I feel sorry for the good doctor.
He’ll get no support from the citizens of “LONDONSTAN”.
Dhimmis ALL!
thebarbarian
Posted on May 23, 2011 at 8:01pmin europe people look over thier shoulders when talking about most anything. except for the mooseslime. this is what is in store for America if people don’t wake up and wise up. time for action. the enemy has used peoples sence of honor and fair play as a weapon against them.time to put a stiop to it.
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