Cure the planet.
Doctors for Nuclear Energy is an international, volunteer group of doctors that see nuclear energy as an irreplaceable part of the just transition to a high-energy, low-carbon future.
The evidence is in.
As doctors, we understand the importance of energy to society, including powering hospitals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Nuclear energy is a proven answer for the reliable, low-carbon electricity we need to efficiently power a healthier planet.
Reliable
energy
Keeping the hospital running.
Nuclear energy runs around the clock so doctors can, too. Learn more
Medical
isotopes
Life-saving medicine.
Radionuclides made in nuclear reactors are used for medicine, medical instrument sterilization, and food safety. Learn more
Public
health
No more particulates.
Nuclear energy doesn't rely on combustion, avoiding lung and cardiovascular disease. Learn more
Climate
change
Zero carbon emissions.
Nuclear energy fights climate change by deeply decarbonizing electricity production. Learn more
"Ontario's success story was an energy security play. We commissioned 20 large nuclear reactors in just 22 years. It powered a booming industrial economy, vibrant automotive sector, and at the same time resulted in accidental decarbonization, which I argue is the best kind."
– Dr. Chris Keefer, President of Doctors for Nuclear Energy
Founding Doctors
Dr. Erik Bodson
Surgical Pathology
Zottegem, Belgium
Dr. Chris Keefer
Emergency Medicine
Toronto, Canada
Dr. John Crompton
Anesthesiology
Moncton, Canada
Dr. Edward Pilon
Emergency Medicine
Toronto, Canada
Dr. Anton Van Der Merwe
Molecular Immunology
Oxford, UK
Dr. Brendon Trotter
Emergency Physician
Hamilton, Canada
Dr. Romeo Bruni
Emergency Medicine
Toronto, Canada
Dr. Richard Steeves
Radiation Oncology
Wisconsin, USA
Dr. Phillippe Le Fevre
Intensive Care Medicine
Melbourne, Australia
Dr. Phillip R. Carlson
Radiology
Wisconsin, USA
What the doctor says
Nuclear energy is a no brainer if we are to avoid fossil fuels. It is the safest; lowest CO2; most economical at scale; and best overall for the environment.
Dr. Tim Florin
Gastroenterology
Brisbane, Australia
Of the available energy sources, nuclear energy strikes the balance between environmental impact and economic viability. It is the option most compatible with human health, as it is essentially non-polluting and does not require large swathes of fertile, forested land.
Dr. Frederick Webb
Emergency Medicine
New South Wales, Australia
Abundant and stable energy is critical to ensure healthcare facilities can run without any interruption. Many of these facilities also rely on isotopes produced by nuclear reactor to provide essential diagnostic and life-saving treatments. A nice bonus: nuclear is one of the cleanest source of energy, with lowest amount of waste.
Dr. Yonathan William
Radiology
Jakarta, Indonesia
The data is in with regards to the efficacy and safety of nuclear energy. Education needs to be provided to the general public by groups that are still largely trusted, including physicians.
Dr. Wade Gilman
Hospitalist/Critical Care
Illinois, USA
It is important for the medical profession to communicate the relative safety of nuclear energy to a fearful public.
Dr. Peter Sakuls
Family Medicine
Ontario, Canada
Australia
Denmark
Germany
United States
Canada
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Partners and Sponsors
Doctors for Nuclear Energy is independent of any political party; has no commercial ties to the nuclear industry; and does not accept financial or in-kind donations from any industry.
We support nuclear energy because of its benefits for human health, and we are grateful to our partners and donors who contribute to our work.
