Medical Doctor Discards Professionalism Upon Reunion with Secondary School Classmate Delivering Pizza

“My secondary school classmate was the delivery man that delivered pizza to me yesterday. I was so happy to see him, I dropped my “ Dr status”, hugged him, we talked and laughed, shared his story, gave him some money and promised to keep in touch. " He Said.

Medical Doctor Discards Professionalism Upon Reunion with Secondary School Classmate Delivering Pizza
Illustartion of Doctor and a Pizza Delivery Guy

On a heartwarming note of reunion and humility, a medical doctor recently shared his experience of setting aside his professional title when he discovered that the person delivering his pizza was a former classmate from secondary school.

This unique encounter was detailed on the social media platform X, with the doctor using the handle @TheCruiseDoc to convey the heartwarming scenario.

He recounted the event, stating, "My secondary school classmate was the delivery man that brought pizza to me yesterday. I was thrilled to see him, and I dropped my 'Dr status.' We embraced, engaged in conversation, shared laughter, and discussed his journey. I offered him financial support and pledged to stay in touch. God blesses me to bless others ????????."

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However, the doctor's choice of words seemed to provoke some online users who felt that his statement about dropping his "doctor status" was condescending and inappropriate in this context.

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Online reactions included:

@SkinwithLolami remarked, "This is how many Nigerians give thanks in church."

@hikmat_oteniya asked in jest, "You've picked it back up, haven't you?"

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@OwadeDerin inquired, "Hope you let him know that you don't typically set it aside, but he's a cherished old friend."

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@marshb_lifestyl humorously expressed, "Dropped what? God, please... even as you give me money, grant me humility and wisdom. Amen."

@Chiora__ expressed a common sentiment, stating, "I swear, medical doctors give me a headache. You and your 'Dr status' are a bit out of touch ????????."

This heartwarming encounter, despite generating mixed reactions, serves as a reminder of the power of reconnecting with old friends and demonstrating humility, regardless of professional titles or societal positions.