Medscape Medical News
Ten physicians recently sent a letter to Columbia University urging them to fire faculty member and celebrity physician Mehmet Oz, MD, because he promotes “quack treatments” that are not evidence based and supports labeling genetically modified foods.
Three of the physicians calling for his termination are part of the American Council on Science and Health (ACSH), a nonprofit organization that has been called a front group for the industries behind genetically modified foods, e-cigarettes, and fracking.
Dr Oz pointed out the group’s members' conflicts of interest in a recent episode of his show, in which he said he is trying not to be silenced and claimed his right to free speech.
Do you agree or disagree that Dr Oz should be terminated from Columbia University? Your Colleagues Responded: Strongly agree 31% Somewhat agree 19% Somewhat disagree 6% Strongly disagree 35% Uncertain 8%
Do you think the association of some of the letter's signatories with the ACSH is relevant or not relevant? Your Colleagues Responded: Very relevant 36% Somewhat relevant 34% Not very relevant 18% Not at all relevant 9% Uncertain 3%