Viral post mocking Rs 1,300 Earwax removal fee draws sharp response from The Liver Doc
Jaipur: An online debate erupted after Dr Cyriac Abby Philips, a renowned medical professional known online as 'The Liver Doc,' sarcastically advised a Jaipur-based entrepreneur to use a traditional cleaner instead of seeking clinical ear wax removal, in response to a viral post mocking an ENT doctor’s consultation fee.
According to Hindustan Times, the entrepreneur commented, “ENT doctor removed my kid’s ear wax in 30 secs, charged whooping Rs. 1300, that too after a ‘discount’. No wonder her clinic was emptier than Ritvi's ear.” The now-deleted post, which allegedly featured a photo of the child holding a small piece of cotton, quickly went viral on the social media platform X, amassing over 1.5 million views and drawing more than 2,500 comments, most of which criticised his dismissive tone towards healthcare professionals.
In his post, he appeared to trivialise the consultation, implying that the medical fee was unjustified given the simplicity of the procedure. The tone did not sit well with many, including a well-known liver specialist, Dr Cyriac Abby Philips, also known as The Liver Doc, who responded with biting sarcasm, suggesting that Jain should consider using a “traditional cleaner” next time instead of seeking professional medical care. “Next time, you can use a traditional earwax cleaner. You'll find them across the street. And not waste any money. Hope this helps,” he stated.
While one of the users stated, “This post has touched a raw nerve amongst medicos. See how doctors come to the rescue of their fraternity. It is their birthright to get cuts from pharma cos.., diagnostic centres & hospitals for references and exploit patients, but when questioned about the robbery, they get mad?” The doctor clarified his stance, stating, “Hey, dodo, no doctor is asking anyone to come to them. Doctors are not advertising. Don't come to hospitals. You can go to the hakeem sitting under a tree near your house, serving jadi bhooti when you have chest pain. Please do that. And then disappear.”
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