'I think it's not fair, it's cruel to ask me to choose between my child and the oath I took as a physician,' she said.
. Last week, a judge ruled against her — but she isn’t done fighting.
“I was just shocked that the judge would take this stance without talking to medical experts and knowing the facts and take it so lightly, take my child from me and not think of the effect on her, her mental and psychological well-being,” Greene said in response.“I think it’s not fair, it’s cruel to ask me to choose between my child and the oath I took as a physician,” Greene said.
Furthermore, she doesn’t feel as though she is putting her daughter at risk, as she is wearing full personal protective equipment while treating patients and is taking the necessary precautions. “Yes it is severe and there is danger, and we’re being very careful,” she said. “We use every thing we can. I’ve actually worn equipment above and beyond to protect myself and my child.”
“The Court’s ruling was not intended to serve as a blanket rule, nor should it,” Leinoff added. “Pursuant to Mr. Greene’s request and as ordered by the Court, Dr. Greene is to be provided future make-up timesharing for each day missed during this challenging time and daily video communication with the child. We will continue to pursue ways to resolve this delicate situation and believe that a result can be achieved safely and fairly.
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