A doctor at the heart of a controversial 'miracle' attributed to Pope John Paul II has come forward with a startling new statement, casting fresh doubt on the unexplained healing of a Rhode Island woman.
The case, which has been scrutinised by both the Catholic Church and medical professionals for years, involves a woman who claimed to have been miraculously cured of an incurable condition after praying to the late pontiff.
The Medical Mystery That Divided Experts
According to sources close to the investigation, the physician now suggests there may have been alternative explanations for the patient's recovery that were overlooked during the initial evaluation.
'While I respect people's faith, as a scientist I must consider all possibilities,' the doctor was quoted as saying in what insiders describe as a carefully worded but potentially explosive declaration.
Vatican's Strict Miracle Verification Process
The Catholic Church maintains rigorous standards for recognising miracles, requiring thorough medical documentation and expert testimony before approving any alleged supernatural event for canonisation purposes.
This particular case had been considered one of the key miracles that led to John Paul II's sainthood in 2014, making the doctor's recent comments particularly significant.
Faith vs Science Debate Rekindled
The development has reignited the age-old discussion about the intersection of religious belief and medical science, with commentators on both sides weighing in on social media and beyond.
Local church officials in Rhode Island have declined to comment on the doctor's statement, while Vatican representatives have yet to issue an official response.
