Sexual orientation has absolutely no direct bearing on work qualifications, and therefore does not require endorsement in the workplace. It is all together inappropriate for BIDMC to endorse, affirm, or encourage the behaviors “celebrated” by Gay Pride Week. This alone should make it reprehensible to the medical community, who has an obligation to promote and model healthy behaviors and lifestyles. Life expectancy is significantly decreased as a result of HIV/AIDS, complications from the other health problems, and suicide.
The evidence is irrefutable that behaviors common within the homosexual community are unhealthy and high risk for a host of serious medical consequences, including STD's, HIV and AIDS, anal cancer, hepatitis, parasitic intestinal infections, and psychiatric disorders. Here is an example of what he sent to the hospital CEO:
Church began responding to top hospital officials and members of the Board of Trustees with his concerns. Upon receiving these LGBT-related communications Dr. What every doctor should do: Tell the truth Congressman Frank will also serve as keynote speaker. Representative Barney Frank and Cambridge Mayor Denise Simmons for their outstanding contributions towards advancing LGBT issues. From June 8 to 13, BIDMC will celebrate the 16th annual PRIDE week, recognizing service to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) communities as an employer and a care provider. One of our most deeply held core values and cherished traditions is BIDMC's commitment to inclusion and respect. I hope you will join me for BIDMC’s 16th annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Achievement Award ceremony on Monday, June 8, from 12 to 1 p.m., in the Leventhal Conference Room, Second Floor, Shapiro Clinical Center.