Queensland Chiropractor's Social Media Remark Ignites Clinic Backlash
A chiropractic clinic in Queensland has been inundated with complaints and negative reviews following a public comment made by its owner about popular influencer Tammy Hembrow. The controversy erupted after Dr Stephen Sulewski, principal chiropractor and owner of Limestone Natural Therapies Centre in Ipswich, commented on a Facebook post by Daily Mail Australia.
Controversial Comment on Influencer's Relationship
The Facebook post linked to a story about Tammy Hembrow's recent date with her new boyfriend, Grayson Te Moana. The article included photographs of the 31-year-old influencer passionately kissing her 22-year-old beau in a Sydney park last Thursday. Dr Sulewski responded to the post with the comment: 'Just remember mate, recreational use only.'
This remark was widely interpreted as suggesting that Grayson should view Tammy as a casual fling rather than a serious relationship partner. By the weekend, screenshots of the comment began circulating widely online after being reposted by feminist influencer Sherele Moody.
Social Media Firestorm Erupts
Sherele Moody shared the screenshot on her own social media platform with a pointed caption directed at Dr Sulewski. 'Happy f**king Saturday @dr.stevesulewski of @limestonentc! Would you care to explain to all us women exactly what the point of your comment regarding @tammyhembrow is?' she wrote.
Her post triggered an immediate and substantial backlash in the comments section. Users expressed outrage at Dr Sulewski for commenting on Tammy Hembrow's personal life in what they perceived as an unkind and inappropriate manner.
Public Outrage and Criticism
One social media user commented: 'Love you call these people out - who do they think they are to comment on other people? Each to their own!!!' Another added: 'Honestly, how dumb do you have to be to make these comments with your full name attached to your profile and the healthcare clinic you own?'
Other responses were more blunt in their condemnation. 'Yuck!' wrote one user, while another simply stated: 'So disgusting.' Some commenters highlighted the irony of the situation, with one noting: 'Yet still Tammy wouldn't look twice at a flop like him nor touch him with a 10-foot pole.'
Business Consequences and Damage Control
The backlash quickly extended beyond social media commentary to direct action against Dr Sulewski's business. Limestone Natural Therapies Centre found itself flooded with complaints and one-star ratings across various platforms. Users demanded accountability for the comment and questioned whether the views expressed reflected the clinic's professional standards.
Facing this onslaught of negative attention, the clinic has been forced to take drastic measures to manage the situation. The business has removed its Facebook page entirely, set its Instagram account to private mode, and even removed its Google Reviews page to stem the tide of negative feedback.
Daily Mail Australia has reached out to Dr Sulewski for comment regarding the controversy and its impact on his business. The incident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly social media comments can escalate into significant business consequences, particularly when made by professionals whose public profiles are linked to their commercial enterprises.
