Picture this: a cozy family gathering to celebrate a retirement. The wine is flowing, the laughter is loud, and then suddenly, an unexpected conflict arises. The bone of contention? The title ‘Doctor’. Meet our two main characters – a woman who values authenticity and her brother-in-law, a recent graduate of osteopathy, who insists on being addressed as ‘Dr. Smith’.
A Rocky Relationship

The Family Gathering ️

Enter Dr. Smith?

A Brewing Conflict ️

The Title Tussle Begins

The Battle Lines are Drawn ⚔️

The Aftermath ️

The Family Divide ️

The Emotional Backstory

The Career Path Not Taken

The Final Verdict ️

A Dinner Party, A ‘Doctor’ and a Family Divided ️
A simple family gathering to celebrate a retirement turned into a battleground over the title ‘Doctor’. The protagonist, a woman who values authenticity, clashed with her brother-in-law, a recent graduate of osteopathy, who insisted on being addressed as ‘Dr. Smith’. The conflict escalated, leading to a family divide. The protagonist’s strong stance against pseudoscience, rooted in a personal tragedy, fueled the argument. Despite the drama, she acknowledged her brother-in-law’s achievement, even if she disagreed with his field of study. So, who’s right in this family feud? Let’s see what the internet has to say…
“YTA just for denying the fact that he is a doctor.”
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ESH. Osteopaths have medical training and the right to practice as a medical doctor. You don’t have to think he’s a *good* doctor, but he’s a doctor and you’re an a**hole.

ESH. Controversy over ‘fake doctor’ sparks debate on DO credentials

Debate over ‘Fake Doctor’ title gets heated. ESH for different reasons.

“YTA. He has a DO, which is equivalent to an MD. “

ESH- Family feud over ‘fake doctor’ title at retirement party

Osteopaths ARE real doctors! ⚕️
“Osteopathic doctors get extra training in the musculoskeletal system. But they also learn all the other parts of modern medicine. ”
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Is he a real doctor? Let’s find out!

YTA vs DO: A heated debate over medical degrees!

Is being a DO considered pseudoscience? Let’s find out!

US medical training: DOs are qualified to practice medicine like MDs ⚕️

Calling a family member ‘Dr.’ can be tricky

Debate over ‘Fake Doctor’ title sparks curiosity about qualifications

Medical professional defends DO degree against arrogant criticism

Toxicity and misunderstandings fuel heated debate over ‘Dr.’ title

Esh. Pretentious ‘doctor’ sparks heated debate. Support or not?

ESH: A self-proclaimed ‘Raider John’ sparks eye-rolling and controversy

Engaging comment defending DOs against criticism from an MD.

YTA. Who made you the official judge of doctor titles?

Engaging in a heated debate over the ‘doctor’ title
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YTA IF he has a legit doctorate degree. If so, he’s a doctor.

DOs are medical doctors with additional training. Don’t be an a**hole.

YTA and bitter

“Osteopathy isn’t a pseudoscience? ESH, but YTA for judging.”

Real doctor sparks controversy by insisting on being called ‘doctor’

YTA. Your opinions on his title are irrelevant and false.
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YTA for claiming to be a doctor. Chiropractor debate ensues.

Annoying ‘Dr. Smith’ sparks feud at retirement party. ESH involved.
