Doctor Suspended for Criticizing Genocide, Not for Actual Malpractice
Mainstream outlets highlight the 15-month suspension of British-Palestinian doctor Rahmeh Aladwan for 'misconduct' over her social media posts, omitting the stark detail that the tribunal found no complaints regarding her patient care whatsoever. The "misconduct" appears to be her vocal criticism of Israeli government actions in Gaza, raising questions about double standards and the weaponization
of professional bodies. One might wonder if similar scrutiny is applied to those who tweet support for mass bombardments. This isn't about patient safety; it's about thought policing. It’s a chilling reminder that professional licenses can now be leveraged to suppress dissent against governments, effectively punishing medical professionals for having a conscience. While Dr. Aladwan is sidelined,
those who greenlight the destruction of hospitals in Gaza face no such professional tribunals. The irony, as always, is a bitter pill to swallow.