27.08.2025 04:51
The refusal of an eye doctor at Konya Meram State Hospital to examine a female patient whom he deemed inappropriately dressed has sparked significant debate on social media. While some criticized the doctor's attitude harshly, finding it wrong from the perspective of professional ethics and patient rights, others defended his stance as being in line with his personal values.
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An incident at Meram State Hospital in Konya has caused a significant stir on social media. H.H.U., an ophthalmologist on duty at the hospital, refused to examine a female patient on the grounds that he found her clothing inappropriate.
"I DO NOT EXAMINE EXHIBITIONISTS"
In footage recorded by a mobile phone, the doctor can be heard telling the woman, "I do not examine exhibitionists." In response to the woman's words, "You cannot call me naked, exhibitionist," the doctor is seen trying to remove the patient from the room by saying, "Yes, you are naked." When the woman does not leave, the doctor himself exits the room.
SHE WAS OVERCOME WITH TEARS
The footage highlighted moments when the young woman could not hold back her tears due to the doctor's attitude.
DIVIDED SOCIAL MEDIA
With the spread of the footage on social media, a significant debate began in the public sphere. Some criticized the doctor's behavior harshly, finding it wrong from the perspective of professional ethics and patient rights, while others defended the doctor's stance as being in line with his personal values.
MINISTRY OF HEALTH STATEMENT: ADMINISTRATIVE INVESTIGATION INITIATED
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health also made a statement regarding the issue. In a statement made through the ministry's official social media account named "Healthy Solution," it was stated: "Following news titled 'Did not examine the patient whose clothing he disliked' appearing in some media outlets and social media platforms, an administrative investigation has been initiated against the relevant personnel. The investigation is being conducted meticulously."
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