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Dr. Paul Church

Beth Israel rejects Needham doctor’s appeal

BOSTON – Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center has rejected the appeal of a Needham doctor who was terminated in March for making what the hospital says were anti-gay remarks. Dr. Paul Church, a 30-year veteran urologist at the hospital, had appealed to a disciplinary board to reinstate his privileges, but the

Paul Church

BI Deaconess plans review of doctor’s dismissal over ‘gay lifestyle’ warnings

BOSTON – A doctor fired for repeatedly speaking out about medical risks tied to sex between men will be given a last chance to appeal his dismissal from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center at a hearing Wednesday before hospital directors. Dr. Paul Church, a Needham urologist, had his medical privileges revoked