Jewish Doctor Highlights Antisemitism in US Medical Unions
Antisemitism is ubiquitous in US healthcare, medical unions, Jewish doctor tells 'Post' - interview
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Dr. Jacob Agronin, a cardiology fellow in Philadelphia, criticizes the Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR) for endorsing antisemitic policies, including support for the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel. He argues that such actions distract from the union's primary purpose of advocating for resident physicians and raise concerns about the treatment of Jewish and Israeli doctors in the medical field.
- 01Dr. Jacob Agronin testified that CIR, representing 37,000 physicians, endorses antisemitic policies, including labeling Israel as an apartheid state.
- 02CIR passed a resolution titled 'Housestaff Against Apartheid,' formally supporting the BDS movement.
- 03Jewish residents are seeking to dissociate from the union to avoid mandatory dues linked to these policies.
- 04Agronin noted a pervasive antisemitic sentiment in US healthcare, affecting Jewish and Israeli doctors' ability to provide care.
- 05Concerns were raised about the impact of antisemitism on patient care, particularly for Jewish patients.
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Dr. Jacob Agronin, a cardiology fellow based in Philadelphia, has raised serious concerns regarding antisemitism within the Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR), the largest house staff union in the United States, representing around 37,000 resident physicians. In a recent testimony, Agronin condemned the union for endorsing policies that he believes are antisemitic, including a formal resolution that labels Israel as an apartheid state and supports the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement. He highlighted that this focus on anti-Israel sentiment detracts from the union's primary role of advocating for resident physicians and their welfare. Furthermore, Agronin reported that Jewish doctors are increasingly facing discrimination, with some experiencing hostility for their pro-Israel views. He expressed concern that this growing antisemitism could impact the quality of care Jewish and Israeli patients receive, as some medical professionals may harbor biases against them. Agronin and others are advocating for changes to allow Jewish residents to dissociate from the union's mandatory dues, aiming to set a precedent for other programs and hospitals.
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The rise of antisemitism in medical unions could lead to a hostile environment for Jewish and Israeli doctors, affecting their professional relationships and the care provided to patients.
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