Heroism costs him $90

[Guest 9339]

Extracted from Straits Times :

DUTCH Australian IT executive Filip Lou, 34, was in Singapore for a conference, but ended up saving a life.

While trying to climb the steps onto the Esplanade, Mr Lou cut his feet and hands on the sharp stones. 'I was not aware that my feet were bleeding and leaving red footprints on the sidewalk. I was more concerned with people photographing me in my underwear,' he said, laughing.

Mr Lou and the woman he saved were both taken to the emergency room at the Singapore General Hospital (SGH).

'My wounds were cleaned, treated and bandaged; and I was given a tetanus injection. When I went to the front desk, I was told I had to pay $90,' he said. 'I understand that it was late and the woman behind the counter was doing her job. It was not up to her to waive the fees but I had just risked my life to save a stranger. Is this really standard policy? I was quite disappointed,' he added.

When approached, a spokesman for the hospital said it is unable to waive fees for medical treatment rendered. 'But if a patient has problems making payment, he can arrange for deferred payment,' she added, but declined to comment on the victim, citing patient confidentiality.

[Guest hwong]

There were contributors willing to pay for his medical treatment.

I for one have utmost respect for this guy's action. :iconsalut:

[Guest 9339]

This story say : Life is.....follow the book.

[Guest Raskie]

SGH is a joke ... i mean are they worried everyone seeking treatment will now claim to be doing some heroic stunts ? Simply put, SGH's saying, "MYOB" :snglfk:

[Guest Rysk]

Next time everyone will think twice, before thinking of trying to save a person in an emergency.... that guy is only $90.. what if you are unlucky, the bill is $9k!! :banghead:

Unless you save MP.. maybe can be waived!

[Guest Raskie]

save MP also no use ... becos SGH says must charge for 'treatment sought' ... :bootyshake:

[Guest 9339]

Save MP lagi worst...The SB get into trouble....you will sure in biggest trouble.