XXX Petition Against Dismissal from OHSU's School of Medicine

I was unjustifiably dismissed from OHSU. Contact me. [email protected]

thank you deary

1 year ago Featured

This seems really harsh over something so minor. Everyone makes mistakes and you deserve a fair shot to prove yourself.

Sorry this happened to you. I hope you can ohsu to change the final decision

1 year ago Featured

Ridiculous to kick someone out for such a low amount. OHSU should be focused on training doctors not punishing people for one tiny slip up.

This is an extremely dated take on OHSU's part. It's 2024.

1 year ago Featured

Thank you so much for your support! To be fair to the progress board, they did meet with me in August during which I told them my story. A month later, they decided to proceed with dismissal because they did not believe me.

I have encountered situations like this more often at the residency level than in medical school, but it is concerning nonetheless. In many cases, unfortunately, the student facing such circumstances is dismissed. Your situation presents a significant distinction as you were given a gummy without your consent, which elevates this matter to a legal issue, as others have pointed out. I strongly recommend considering whether your partner might be willing to provide a written statement or be present during the dismissal hearing to offer a counter-narrative, as this could provide critical support. While navigating such processes is undeniably difficult, it may also be necessary to consider legal action against the individual who gave you the gummy, especially given the gravity of the impact on your medical school career. While I will not specify my position within the institution but know you have support from some educators and physicians at the school and hospital. I urge you to carefully document every detail of the incident in writing and the impact this process has had on you. Additionally, securing a written account or in-person testimony from your partner will be crucial. It may also involve legal counsel to ensure your rights and interests are fully protected moving forward. You seem so bright and capable Gabija and it is my hope that the school takes this unique situation into account and gives you alternative options to remain a student at OHSU. Mistakes happen but this should not come at the cost so great to our students and their futures.

Given these circumstances, I find it hard to believe the school would proceed with a dismissal hearing based solely on what has been shared. There is reason to suspect there may be more at play, and the prudent step is to lawyer up. As an upperclassman who has been at the institution for a while, with less than year left, I must caution you that while petitions can be effective, they also risk backfiring on all signees, put eyes on those who support without full context. The school has a zero-tolerance policy, and given this situation, dismissal over the gummy incident alone seems excessive. However, this is something you must legally battle—relying on a petition alone may not suffice and could even aggravate the administration. Please be cautious, seek legal counsel before October 8th, and understand that your best chance is to fight the policy directly.

Lawyer up!!

If the threshold level is not legit, you must acquit.

This is not fair, I’m horrified this is happening to you.

This is an inappropriate use of the school’s resources, in my opinion.

1 year ago Featured

Per the student handbook, p. 35, the student in question should have discussions with administrators to find possible recommendations or accommodations. It seems to me that after the extensive time, energy, and money spent by both the student and OHSU itself to secure a place in the class of Med28, summary dismissal should be a last resort. Please consider giving this student her due process within the guidelines of the school to find a suitable alternative to dismissal.

Most importantly, I’m disappointed that the progress board did not ask my peer about the story first, instead they started by dismissing her. She said she was given a gummy and told it was a sleep aid, which means there was a serious breach of consent and mistake on the side of whoever gave her the gummy. In this day and age sleep gummies come in so many different varieties and containing so many different compounds that it can be hard to know what you’re consuming. I’m ashamed that the progress board didn’t consult with the student and understand the horrible situation she was put in. Secondly, if her blood levels were below the cutoff and she is being dismissed, why even use the cutoff. I have family members who use cbd and other cannabinoid containing topical products for chronic pain management. If they applied and were found to have subcutoff levels would they also be dismissed? Shameful!

1 year ago Featured

From the day I met Gabija, I found her to be an exemplary role model, student, and friend. I firmly believe she deserves a second chance to prove to the administration that she has the determination and professionalism to become the type of physician that the practice of medicine needs — that is the Gabija that we know.

1 year ago Featured

I haven’t known Gabija for very long, but as a fellow medical student at OHSU I cannot imagine that one mistake should define her potential career in medicine. The application and matriculation process for medical school is rigorous, and it would be wrong for her to lose such an amazing opportunity because she mistakenly used marijuana, despite all of the other qualities OHSU deemed worthy of their program.