13/05/2025
By Dr
As a fellow physician deeply concerned about the ongoing challenges in our healthcare system, I stand in full support of the legitimate demands raised by doctors across the country during this strike. However, I am troubled by this public accusation made against Dr. Lemi Belay, a senior OB-GYN specialist at St. Paul Hospital.
The claim that Dr. Lemi was intimidating residents to schedule elective surgeries is not only false but also harmful. In reality, what he facilitated was the continuation of essential maternal health services—primarily delivery care—which, as we all know, must be sustained even during a partial strike for the safety of mothers and newborns.
Dr. Lemi has made it clear that he supports the cause and the collective voice of physicians. What is most disappointing is that such a serious accusation was posted publicly without first communicating with him to verify the facts. This kind of action is irresponsible, undermines trust, and disintegrates the unity we so desperately need at this critical moment.
I urge the responsible parties to reflect on the importance of direct communication and accountability before making public statements. We need to uphold integrity, professionalism, and solidarity: values that strengthen our profession and our cause.
Let us not allow misinformation and hasty judgments to divide us when our collective mission is to seek justice and improve healthcare for all.
ALERT: Dr. Lemi Belay (Senior, St. Paul’s Hospital, the owner of private clinics)
We have confirmed that Dr. Lemi is intimidating OBGYN residents at St. Paul to schedule elective cases—undermining our collective stance.
This is a clear attempt to intimidate residents. It must stop.
Dr. Lemi, we call on you to respect the unity and struggle of your colleagues. This is not the time for arrogance—it's the time for solidarity. Stand with the residents, not against them.
Contact: +251 910 374 288
Reach out and remind him of the cause.
No insults. No threats. Just truth and resolve.
We will not tolerate any actions that jeopardize our movement.
Unity is Power. Now or Never.