Senior Assuta Surgeon Suspended Over Racist Remarks Against Mizrahi Right-Wing Voters
Assuta Medical Centers has suspended Dr. Dov Lexman, a senior and veteran surgeon, following the exposure of a series of severe racist comments he made against Mizrahi right-wing voters, particularly Moroccan Israelis. The hospital network issued a statement clarifying that Dr. Lexman's remarks do not represent the organization's views and emphasized its commitment to providing medical care to all individuals without discrimination. Upon learning of the offensive posts, Assuta's management immediately summoned Dr. Lexman for a meeting and decided to suspend him pending a thorough investigation into his conduct.
The racist comments, initially revealed by the news outlet Srugim, included derogatory terms such as "baboons," "mentally deficient," and "stinking Moroccans," with Dr. Lexman even categorizing Likud voters by types of monkeys. Assuta condemned the statements and reiterated its apolitical stance and dedication to equal treatment. The suspension remains in effect until the inquiry is completed.
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