Doctrinal Concerns

An accepting attitude toward people of other faiths incites some devout persons to fear doctrinal erosion. However, an accepting attitude does not imply doctrinal compromise from either the hospital or the physician champion. A close alliance is required between foundational doctrines for the physician champion and the hospital. They need to be compatible because this is the direction of spiritual growth that the physician champion will be fostering in the medical staff. Spiritual compatibility, however, is not synonymous with theological unity, nor is theological unity even a goal.