Thursday, January 22, 2026

In Wake of Reports That NYC Detectives Were Refused Medical Treatment

 GROK Yes, the Hippocratic Oath is optional and ceremonial in US medical schools—not legally required. No schools use the original version; most (over 50% as of 2017 data) adopt unique or revised oaths incorporating modern issues like social justice. Recent trends (2023-2025) show schools like UConn and Harvard using or allowing customized oaths with DEI elements, sparking debate. No confirmed data on "record numbers" opting out specifically for political reasons; evidence points to institutional shifts rather than individual choices.

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