( CNN ) -- Even the most sordid situations can have a silver lining . The Michael Jackson-Conrad Murray relationship may serve as a cautionary tale for any health care provider who works with celebrities . Regardless of whether you agree with the verdict on Murray , who was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter Monday in Jackson 's death , there is little doubt that what served as `` health care '' for Jackson would hardly meet quality standards , and some would characterize it as drug dealing . That all sorts of boundaries between patient and physician were crossed can hardly be disputed . What is it about caring for celebrities that causes professionals to lower their standards and often enable unhealthy behaviors ? There are several factors : . -- Health care providers are no different from anyone else . We live in a celebrity culture where the well-known are held in high regard , regardless of the nature of their talents . While often the interest is prurient , the curiosity surrounding these individuals can cause otherwise normal acting professionals to act in an unprofessional manner . -- Celebrities are often narcissistic , demanding people who may make unreasonable demands on providers who may be intimidated or in awe of them . -- Incurring the favoritism of a celebrity can increase the profile of a health care provider , leading to more `` business '' and more celebrity interactions from the friends and family of the celebrity . -- The world that celebrities live in scarcely resembles the world most of us inhabit . They have private jets , personal shoppers , instant gratification for every need and the adoration of the public . It is hard not to be seduced by this `` Alice in Wonderland '' world . Many providers are thrilled to be included in the celebrity posse . -- Quite simply , celebrities can offer money to those who can meet their demands , however unreasonable . -- Which one of us would not want to be a fly on the wall witnessing the public adoration and posh lifestyle of the rich and famous ? Reality shows are hugely popular just for this reason ( along with their train wreck appeal ) . Becoming a contracted health care provider , such as Murray was for Jackson , allows the provider to accompany the celebrity on this magic carpet ride . Until the carpet crashes . -- It is hard to say `` No '' to a celebrity who has never been denied . Most health professionals would swear they do not alter their standard of care for `` special '' patients and insist they treat all patients the same , without regard to status . In the main , I would agree this is the case . However , I have noticed in many different health care settings that when a celebrity is involved , waiting times are shortened , scarce specialty appointments are miraculously found , staff is just a little more polite and solicitous , and the entire unwieldy health care process is a little more user friendly . The wheels get greased . There are practical reasons for a health care institution to go out of its way for a celebrity : . It is good public relations . Celebrity endorsement of a doctor or hospital can help with image , fundraising and standing in the community . With the strict Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act guidelines protecting patient privacy , the public should never be aware of which doctor or institution is caring for a patient . However , the celebrity may choose to reveal this information out of gratitude . Celebrities can be wonderful partners in raising awareness for a disease or condition . Many choose to lend their drawing power to fundraising galas for disease research . There is , however , a clear line between facilitating a specialty visit for a celebrity and prescribing large amounts of unwarranted painkillers or sleeping medications . The boundary violations seen in Murray 's case are so egregious that it boggles the mind . Very few providers have succumbed to celebrity neediness to this extent . A good outcome from this tragic tale would be a reminder to all care providers not to be seduced by the promise of entrÃ©e into the world of the rich and famous . Maintaining the same standard of care and caring for all patients , regardless of stature in life , is something we all profess but may need to be reminded to uphold . Celebrities should not get less care or more care or different care or even , heaven forbid , the crazy , diabolical pimping that goes on in these selective circles . Being an enabler for a celebrity , whether it be `` overcare , '' extortionist care ( $ 100,000 a month ? ) or drug dealing is wrong . Hopefully , this Jackson-Murray chapter is closed ; the cautionary tale has been written . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Victoria McEvoy .
Victoria McEvoy says Murray verdict a cautionary tale for docs who work with celebrities . She asks : Why does dealing with celebrities make doctors lower standards ? She says doctors dazzled by glamor , money , access , like everyone else . McEvoy : Being an enabler for a celeb is wrong ; hopefully case is reminder of dangers .