Firing of JMH doc over Uber fight

Re the April 23 article, Miami doctor in viral Uber video loses Jackson gig: The recent episode involving Anjali Ramkisoon, a fourth-year neurology resident at Jackson Memorial hospital, is undoubtedly a case of unacceptable behavior.

Although certainly not justification, the tantrum that which caused her to be fired from her job at the hospital apparently followed a series of major setbacks in her life, which may have contributed to that momentary mistake. She now appears contrite and apologized for her actions.

Having been a resident doctor at Jackson Memorial myself, I know the hard work, long hours and dedication it takes to complete a four-year residency after an equally challenging four years in medical school. Ramkisoon certainly should be reprimanded.

However, I believe the hospital’s response in firing her is equally an overreaction. I hope that, on appeal, unless there is another reason for the firing, that the board would reconsider.

This story was originally published April 25, 2016 at 6:46 PM with the headline "Firing of JMH doc over Uber fight."