Dear President Tabb,

I am outraged that Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center has decided to expel Dr. Paul Church from its staff. This is completely unacceptable. As it stands, BIDMC is putting politics over patient care and feelings over facts. This must stop immediately.

If an esteemed hospital will not allow the truth to be told with regard to medical concerns, where can a patient go for accurate information? Hospitals tell patients the truth all the time about less controversial issues, such as smoking and diet. Why should high-risk sexual conduct be treated any differently?

I demand that you advise the Board of Directors to reinstate Dr. Church and to stop harassing him. His integrity and career demand nothing less than your full respect.