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    | The Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD FAQ |
    | Version 4.35, May, 2004 |
    ---------------------------------

    Introduction
    ------------
    New people arriving in sci.med.cardiology (s.m.c.) are often
    puzzled and troubled by the vitriol directed at Dr. Andrew
    B. Chung, MD/PhD
    (Dr. Chung) and want to better understand the reasons for
    the hatred that some folks have for him. This FAQ
    (Frequently Asked Questions) does provide some truthful
    answers (there are versions of this FAQ put out by
    detractors that are useful only for comparison
    purposes). All answers given herein can be
    independently verified either via Google or by using
    the third-party resources at tinyurl.com26rfr.
    This FAQ has been posted in the past in a manner that
    permits authentication. The veracity of both the
    posting email address and domain name can be
    independently confirmed via Google
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    The FAQ is arranged in typical FAQ form, i.e. a series of
    questions followed by simple truthful answers. For those
    who don't wish to read the whole FAQ, the following summary
    is provided.

    Summary
    -------
    Ds. Chung is a well-respected licensed cardiologist, who is
    board-certified in internal medicine and cardiology
    (cardiovascular medicine). In this capacity, he responds
    truthfully to medical questions on
    s.m.c.(makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com and
    makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com) and continues to
    freely help people to this day
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). He does this
    out of sincere altruism when he has spare time outside
    his private cardiology practice, where he sees patients
    as a board-certified cardiologist. If that was all he
    were, there would probably be no controversy.

    The controversy arises from Dr. Chung being Christian, in
    particular:

    o He continues to publicly profess that Christ is his Lord
    and Savior (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    o He freely helps people to lose weight in an altruistic
    Christian fashion (tinyurl.com2p7ud).

    o When attacked on the above issues, he turns the other
    cheek in a Christian manner
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    o When challenged about his faith in Christ, he witnesses
    steadfastly without hatred
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    o When insulted for his faith in Christ, he openly calls it
    a blessing (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    o He remains truthful, as a servant of Christ, despite being
    maliciously libeled and defamed (tinyurl.comibvn).

    o Other Christians have affirmed Dr. Chung's strong faith in
    Christ (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    The above lists only the highlights of Dr. Chung's Christian
    behavior on s.m.c. If anything, it understates it.
    Everything can be verified in the Google archives. He
    witnesses to all at tinyurl.com2ndof.

    People arrive in this group looking for help. Dr. Chung has
    graciously provided this over several years
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). Dr. Chung
    consistently demonstrates the breadth of his knowledge,
    training, and experience
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). This is archived
    many times over in Google.

    List of Questions Answered
    --------------------------
    1. Who is Dr. Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD?
    2. What is the Charter of s.m.c.?
    3. Aren't Christian discussions covered by the Charter?
    4. So Dr. Chung is Christian... What's the problem
    with that?
    5. But it's just a little "tag line" in his signature.
    6. But I'm a Christian Too!
    7. Well, why not just ignore his Christian nature?
    8. But isn't it wonderful that Dr. Chung offers this free
    medical information out of the goodness of his heart?
    9. How does a cardiologist have so much time to spend
    on Usenet?
    10. Won't challenging Dr. Chung drive people away?
    11. Doesn't the "fault" for all those posts lay with those
    who challenge Dr. Chung?
    12. Why do I see so many "ad hominem" attacks?
    13. I'm sick of seeing all this!
    14. What is the Two Pound Diet?
    15. Is discussion of the Two Pound Diet "on topic"?
    16. Who is Mu?
    17. What is Mu's role?
    18. Who is Steve?
    19. What is Steve's role?
    20. Who is Bob?
    21. What is Bob's role?
    22. Who is Stephen?
    23. What is Stephen's role?
    24. Is this spam?
    25. Who is the author of this FAQ?
    26. Do Dr. Chung's posts fit the definition of "spam" as
    some allege?
    27. Are Mu, John, CarolT, and Dr. Chung the same person as
    some allege?

    28. Who is Dr. Andrew B Chung, MD/PhD?
    -------------------------------------
    Dt. Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD is a licensed doubly board-
    certified cardiologist practicing cardiovascular
    medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. His signature
    contains a link to tinyurl.com255v2, which is
    consistent with his posts and qualifications.

    2. What is the Charter of s.m.c.?
    ---------------------------------
    The purpose of this newsgroup is to establish electronic
    media for communication between health care providers,
    scientists and other individuals with interest in the
    cardiovascular field. Such communications will provide quick
    and efficacious means to exchange information and knowledge,
    and offer problems to solutions.

    The sci.med.cardiology newsgroup will welcome participants
    who are health care providers, trainees, researchers,
    students or recipients with interest in the field of
    cardiovascular problems."

    (tinyurl.com3fv8k)

    3. Aren't Christian discussions covered by the charter?
    -------------------------------------------------------
    They are if these discussions represent "communication
    between health care providers, scientists and other
    individuals with interest in the cardiovascular field." It
    should be noted that Christ remains a healthcare provider
    (tinyurl.com2ndof), who has demonstrated an interest
    in the cardiovascular field when He "resuscitated" Lazarus.

    4. So Dr. Chung is Christian... What's the problem
    with that?
    ------------------------------------------------------------
    -
    Some people are fiercely anti-christian.

    5. But it's just a little "tag line" in his
    signature, isn't it?
    ------------------------------------------------------
    ----------
    Yes it is. But it offends those who are anti-christian.

    6. But I'm a Christian too! Should I worry?
    -------------------------------------------
    No. You have the blessings of life eternal and the
    unimaginable riches of God's infinite kingdom.

    7. Well, why not just ignore his Christian nature?
    --------------------------------------------------
    Anti-christians are unable to do that.

    8. But isn't it wonderful that Dr. Chung offers this free
    medical information out of the goodness of his heart?
    ----------------------------------------------------------
    God is wonderful.

    9. How does a cardiologist have so much time to spend
    on Usenet?
    ------------------------------------------------------
    ----------
    God makes time for those whom He blesses.

    10. Won't challenging Dr. Chung drive people away?
    --------------------------------------------------
    Do not concern yourself with the free will of others.

    11. Doesn't the "fault" for all those posts lay with those
    who challenge Dr. Chung?
    ------------------------------------------------------------
    --
    God uses anti-christians for His purposes. These posts are
    according to His will.

    12. Why do I see so many "ad hominem" attacks?
    ----------------------------------------------
    This is how anti-christian folks are identified so they can
    be culled from His flock.

    13. I'm sick of seeing all this!
    -------------------------------
    Not really a question unless you ask yourself "why?"

    14. What is the Two Pound Diet (TPD) approach?
    ----------------------------------------------
    See: tinyurl.com2p7ud

    15. Is discussion of the Two Pound Diet "on topic"?
    ---------------------------------------------------
    Yes. It cures Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) which is a condition
    that leads to higher rates of heart attacks and strokes.

    16. Who is Mu?
    --------------
    A Christian (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    17. What is Mu's role?
    ----------------------
    To serve God's will and purpose.

    18. Who is Steve?
    -----------------
    An anti-christian (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).
    He authors the untrue versions of this FAQ
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    19. What is Steve's role?
    -------------------------
    To serve God's will and purpose.

    20. Who is Bob?
    ---------------
    A food worshipper (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com)
    who appears to have become so obsessed with the 2PD approach
    that he is driven to libeling and defaming the author
    (tinyurl.comibvn) at considerable risk to his own
    economic wellbeing. Also, he seems to be obsessed with this
    FAQ (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com) and can be seen
    writing to himself about it
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). Even his friends
    appear to be tiring of his seemingly irrational and self-
    destructive USENET posting behavior
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com).

    21. What is Bob's role?
    -----------------------
    To serve God's will and purpose.

    22. Who is Stephen?
    -------------------
    A hateful (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com) *retired*
    rectal surgeon (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com) who
    believes that "Jesus is no more the Messiah than Elvis
    Presley" (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). He seems
    to be so taken with
    Du. Chung's Christian beliefs that he is now stalks Dr.
    Chung (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com) by his
    own admitted actions. In his continued stalking of Dr.
    Chung, he has learned that Dr. Chung has a long history
    of reporting those who would willfully trespass against
    others (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). By his
    own admission, law enforcement agencies reportedly have
    warned him about his stalking activities
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com) so he seemingly
    feigns departure
    (makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com). A few words to
    the wise can be found at tinyurl.com23qqk on
    this topic.

    23. What is Stephen's role?
    ---------------------------
    To serve God's will and purpose.

    24. Is this spam?
    -----------------
    No, this is a FAQ.

    25. Who is the author of this FAQ?
    ----------------------------------
    There are multiple contributors and they choose to remain
    anonymous although they respect Dr. Chung's choice not to be
    anonymous.

    26. Do Dr. Chung's posts fit the definition of "spam" as
    some allege?
    -----------------------------------------------------------
    ----------
    No. Spam on Usenet are stand-alone advertisements and not
    unique responses to the posts of others.

    27. Are Mu, John, CarolT, and Dr. Chung the same person as
    some allege?
    ------------------------------------------------------------
    -----------
    No. Mu, John, CarolT, and Andrew are 4 distinctly different
    Christian individuals.

    Comments and/or corrections to this FAQ will be taken under
    advisement via [email hidden].

  2. A. B. Chung FAQ said:


    ---------------------------------
    | The Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD FAQ |
    | Version 4.35, May, 2004 |

    All the time Dr Chung spends online - and then this odd FAQ
    that he posts - just absolutely bizarre!

    Quoted message said:

    The controversy arises from Dr. Chung being Christian, in
    particular:

    I really don't think that's so.

    We're fully aware of your religious affiliation. I really
    don't think that in itself is what turns some people off.

    Quoted message said:

    5. But it's just a little "tag line" in his signature,
    isn't it?
    -------------------------------------------------------
    ---------
    Yes it is. But it offends those who are anti-christian.

    The "Servant to the humblest person in the universe" doesn't
    bother me one bit - kinda cute in it's own religiously
    perverse way. And I understand that setting this up as you
    vs anti-christians furthers the good vs evil scenario that's
    so deeply ingrained in christianity and moves it forward.
    Hey, it's your affirmation and it makes you feel
    humble...whatever turns you on.

    But these responses from Dr. Chung - in this newsgroup - go
    further than "just a little tag line":

    "God's power is evident with the creation of each new day.
    Would suggest those who have eyes open them and see."

    "In truth, no amount of physical fitness will defeat death.
    Only through Christ, can we defeat death."

    "May he accept Christ as his personal Lord and Savior,
    someday, so that he might be cured of his afflictions."

    "May God watch over you and yours in Christ's name..."

    "May you accept Christ as your personal Lord and Savior,
    someday, so that you too will be at peace, have eternal
    life, and the limitless riches of His everlasting kingdom."

    These types of comments are totally unnecessary, not in the
    least bit "humble" and - rather - patronizing, disapproving,
    demeaning and intolerant to those who share other beliefs
    and, frankly, should not even be part of the discussion
    here. *That* would indicate true humility, Dr. Chung. I
    don't think we need to be preached to here in this newsgroup
    for or against *any* particular religious belief. It does
    not further the purpose: to disseminate medical information.

    You're a good Christian, Dr. Chung. Be happy. Live long
    and prosper. Your little tag line says all that needs
    to be said.

    My 3cents on this "controversy"....

    L.

  3. listener said:
    A. B. Chung FAQ said:


    ---------------------------------
    | The Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD FAQ |
    | Version 4.35, May, 2004 |

    All the time Dr Chung spends online -

    In truth, hardly any at all.

    Quoted message said:

    and then this odd FAQ that he posts - just absolutely
    bizarre!

    Really can't take the credit for authoring this masterful
    composition of truths.

    All praises belong to Christ, who remains my personal Lord
    and Savior.

    Quoted message said:


    Quoted message said:

    The controversy arises from Dr. Chung being Christian, in
    particular:

    I really don't think that's so.

    And yet the examples that you give below betray what is in
    your heart.

    Quoted message said:


    We're fully aware of your religious affiliation. I really
    don't think that in itself is what turns some people off.

    However, it seems to be bothering you.

    Quoted message said:


    Quoted message said:

    5. But it's just a little "tag line" in his signature,
    isn't it?
    ---------------------------------------------------------
    -------
    Yes it is. But it offends those who are anti-christian.

    The "Servant to the humblest person in the universe"
    doesn't bother me one bit - kinda cute in it's own
    religiously perverse way.

    "Perverse" is hardly a term of endearment.

    Quoted message said:

    And I understand that setting this up as you vs anti-
    christians furthers the good vs evil scenario that's so
    deeply ingrained in christianity and moves it forward.
    Hey, it's your affirmation and it makes you feel
    humble...whatever turns you on.

    But these responses from Dr. Chung - in this newsgroup -
    go further than "just a little tag line":

    These are part of my being Christian which clearly
    bothers you.

    Quoted message said:


    "God's power is evident with the creation of each new day.
    Would suggest those who have eyes open them and see."

    "In truth, no amount of physical fitness will defeat
    death. Only through Christ, can we defeat death."

    "May he accept Christ as his personal Lord and Savior,
    someday, so that he might be cured of his afflictions."

    "May God watch over you and yours in Christ's name..."

    "May you accept Christ as your personal Lord and Savior,
    someday, so that you too will be at peace, have eternal
    life, and the limitless riches of His everlasting
    kingdom."

    These types of comments are totally unnecessary,

    ...not for a Christian.

    Quoted message said:

    not in the least bit "humble"

    They speak nothing about humility.

    Quoted message said:

    and - rather - patronizing, disapproving, demeaning and
    intolerant to those who share other beliefs and, frankly,
    should not even be part of the discussion here.

    Sorry they still bother you.

    Quoted message said:

    *That* would indicate true humility, Dr. Chung. I don't
    think we need to be preached to here in this newsgroup for
    or against *any* particular religious belief.

    You are free to go or stay as you please. Sorry that my
    being Christian offends you.

    Quoted message said:

    It does not further the purpose: to disseminate medical
    information.

    My being here does further that purpose.

    Quoted message said:


    You're a good Christian, Dr. Chung.

    All praises belong to Christ who remains my personal Lord
    and Savior.

    Quoted message said:

    Be happy. Live long and prosper. Your little tag line says
    all that needs to be said.

    ...not for a Christian.

    Quoted message said:


    My 3cents on this "controversy"....

    Thank you for confirming the veracity of the "FAQ." I
    believe the authors are likely more appreciative than me.

    You remain in my prayers to God in Christ's name.

    Servant to the humblest person in the universe,

    Andrew

    --
    Dr. Andrew B. Chung, MD/PhD
    Board-Certified Cardiologist
    heartmdphd.comheartmdphd.com

    **
    Who is the humblest person in the universe?
    makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com

    What is all this about?
    makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com

    Is this spam?
    makeashorterlink.commakeashorterlink.com

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