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Joel Weisman Obituary
Weisman died Saturday at his Los Angeles home. His domestic partner, Bill Hutton, said Weisman had heart disease and was ill for several months.
Weisman was a private physician in 1980 when he saw three gay patients who had symptoms of what would become known as AIDS. Weisman referred two of the patients to an immunologist at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Weisman, along with UCLA immunologist Dr. Martin Gottlieb, wrote a brief report of what they learned.
Their paper appeared on June 5, 1981, in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It was the first report on AIDS in the medical literature.
Copyright © 2009 The Associated Press
55 Entries
Billy Spilliard
October 31, 2010
I am saddened to find out of Dr. Weisman's passing. I was a patient of his in the early 80's at Sherman Oaks and I hold him in highest of regards. He was the most thorough and understanding doctor I've ever known. My deepest of condolences to his life partner Bill Hutton. Dr. Joel was a wonderful man to all of mankind. Thank you Dr. Weisman.
Bob Gliniecki
December 29, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Dr. Weisman's death. Dr. Weisman was my physician in the early 70's in NJ, when I was a teen. He was one of the most thorough, patient, and pleasant doctors I have ever met. He left his mark on mankind, and helped many. I offer my condolences to his partner, Bill Hutton, and the rest of Dr. Weisman's family.
cathy
August 19, 2009
Dr. Joel Weisman has that promised hope of a Resurrection.
John 5:28,29
He will be missed by many
Jacqueline Sudano
August 10, 2009
I am deeply sorry to the family of Joel Weisman.He had a gifted mind and was a compassionate doctor.
I spent my 20's and early 30's as a deep friend with him and he took me in as roommate in the late 70's, 80's Sorry we never reconnected after 1985. Life has a way of doing that....He always was so giving and caring to me. I miss his mom too. I hope some day I will see him again in eternity.WE will have a lot to talk about.Joel was a dear friend for a special season in time.... My heart grieves as I was just trying to find him today...too late.... truly a deep regret...Much love Joel....Jacqueline
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Bill Hutton
August 6, 2009
I have accidentally stumbled onto this legacy site....and I must tell you how touched I am by so many tributes to Joel. He was indeed an amazing man with amazing empathy and caring for his fellow man. Although I am suffering at this time with a profound and deep grief....I am lifted by all of the kind words of friends, former patients, co-workers and strangers who recognize the legacy this loving man has left. I know Joel is pleased to know that he is so overwhelmingly remembered. Thank you. --Bill Hutton
Matthew Yates
August 6, 2009
Thank you for taking such good care of me in the early 80's. You saved my life numerous times. Your kind is hard to come by now a days and you will be missed. God be with you...
August 3, 2009
you will never be forgotten.. the hope you bring to every person who has hiv/aids and their families. never give up. we will try to find a cure for this. thank you for your research, time, and hope.
David S
August 1, 2009
I am sorry and saddened at the news of Dr Weisman's passing. Not only did I work for he and PJR, EHR and others at their practice in Sherman Oaks and Beverly Hills for many years, but he was along with the other doctors were in attendance at my wedding back in '89. He was a wonderful human being and a caring physician.
Bill Weisman
August 1, 2009
Hearing about the loss of my cousin and learning that he had been trying to find me for several years was overwhelming. I am sorry that I never got to reconnect with him before his death.
Becky Stonecipher
July 29, 2009
Thank you for your great work and insight Dr. Weisman. You made such a difference in this world. You will be missed.
Bob H
July 29, 2009
thank you for all that you did for your wonderful business partner and colleague Paul Rothman. He respected and adored you. God rest your soul.
Morris
July 29, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. The experience of losing someone you love bears heavily on your emotions. In the days ahead, may you find courage from the God of all comfort.(2 Corinthians 1:3)
Yvonne Moss
July 27, 2009
I worked with Dr. Weisman for many years at Sherman Oaks Hospital. I always found him a caring, devoted physician who did everything he possibly do to get care for his patients. It is a major loss with his passing.
Earnestene Abernathy
July 27, 2009
Dear Family:
Even though I do not know Dr. Weisman, just the word Dr. tells me a lot about him.
One thing he had a caring heart, and evidently wanted to help people get well. He had something that has been lost today, and that's 'Love of People.'
I just wanted to tell the ones who reads this, that his Love and willing spirit will not go in vain. There is a God that will bring his awareness to the fore. That God has promised to END all sickness, death, pain and sorrows in his due time. He's willing just like Dr. Weisman. (Rev. 21:3,4)
He saw a need and tried to fulfill that need. Well, God is going to fulfill that need in the near future.
He has seen all the sickenss and death just as Dr. Weisman, he has seen and heard the cries of many, and has spoken thru he words of the Bible.
Man is limited in what he can do, but all is not lost. Trust and Patience is necessary, because he will bring about a change in his due time, when all will benefit greatly and not just a few.
He has said to all to Come and Drink life's water free. (Isa. 55:1; Rev. 22:17)
May the family find comfort in these few words, knowing that Dr. Weisman work is not in vain.
An American
July 27, 2009
We, as a world, should be grateful to this man who courageously stepped forward to create awareness among all people of the world! Dr. Weisman will certainly leave a footnote in history; but to those who knew him, he was so much more than a historical contributor.
God bless you now and always Dr. Weisman. Those who truly believe, know that you belong among the angels that you helped to get to heaven. And those that you laughed with, loved with and worked with side by side here on earth, are firmly convinced you were a angel while among them.
MATT 5:4 "Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted."
Deepest sympathy and prayers to friends, family and colleagues.
JON LOWDER
July 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
frosty
July 25, 2009
Our country has lost a great physician; a brilliant pioneer and a compassionate soldier in the fight against AIDS. May Dr. Weisman's memory be for a blessing.
My condolences to his partner, family, friends, and especially his patients.
sue
July 25, 2009
Blessings to a man who cared enough to be pioneer.
July 25, 2009
Dear Joel: You may not remember me, but I certainly remember you as one of the hero's during the crisis. I was the first volunteer social worker at Aids Project Los Angeles, and then became part of the staff, in 1984. There is no need to reiterate any stories or histories, because most of us experienced them. Thank you for your commitment and love that your patients/friends enjoyed.
Rest
Susan
August
July 25, 2009
Thank you!
Dianne Glover
July 25, 2009
I distinctly remember when his article was published in 1981. What a brilliant man he was and will long be remembered for opening our eyes and educating us about AIDS. This disease has affected everyone either through the death of a friend or a family member. May Joel rest in peace.
Marie
July 25, 2009
Sincere sympathy to your family during this difficult time.Since I have been one who has been dramatically touched by AIDS in my lifetime, ,I am truly thankful to Dr Wiseman for all his life,s work towards this disease.I truly look forward to the "day when no resident will say I am sick"Isaiah 33:24
July 24, 2009
Thank you Dr. Weisman for your insight, I lost a brother to AIDS in 1987, your hard work will prevent sisters like me from grieving the loss of a loving brother to such a terrible illness
Joan Vitale
July 24, 2009
God Bless Dr. Joel & may his loved ones find comfort during this very difficult time. This BRILLIANT GENTLE MAN was way ahead of his time as he began his career in the humble town of Carteret NJ where I was fortunate to have met him. He has touched MILLIONS of lives & made them better. Deepest sympathies.
July 24, 2009
we will miss Dr. Weisman' s warm heart
Mark Weisman
July 24, 2009
Joel discovered AIDS, ran a major medical group, helped create two AIDS foundations, worked in the research on the anti-retroviral meds known as the "cocktail" that gives so many extended life, and while doing all that saw numerous patients daily in the hospital, hospice and office. A man of rare intellect, energy, devotion and love, and the best big brother and uncle ever.
Muffy
July 24, 2009
Thanks to Dr Weisman's keen diagnostic sense and his need to find the connection between those few patients, he helped fling open the door and bring light onto dark disease which would touch so many. With this exposure began the treatment, and we hope one day there will be prevention (a vaccine, perhaps) or a cure.
To his surviving partner; Bill, to the remaining family, friends, co-workers and patients; please accept my condolences. Remember, always; that he added greatly to the improvement of human life.
Now, turn off the beeper, don’t answer the phone, ignore the overhead pages Dr Weismann. Those you leave behind carry on with your work.
You may finally rest without interruptions.
Lupe Bocanegra
July 24, 2009
So, sorry to hear this news. May he rest in peace.
patti spear
July 24, 2009
god bless his family
David Woodyard
July 24, 2009
My brother died as a result of AIDS. He knew 15 languages and was the editor of many writings. His magic words and penmanship will be sadly missed. Thank you Dr Weisman for the work you did. It was a start that let the world know of the awful and unnecessary deaths due to this disease. My prayers are with you and your family.
Martin Luschei
July 24, 2009
July 25, 2009
Joel Weisman's kindness and caring touch eased my daughter Linda's final years and helped make of her death a meaningful human life. Heartfelt gratitude from the father who loved her.
Angela Clements
July 24, 2009
Dr. Weisman,
You bring me much hope for the rest of the world. My brother died of AIDS when I was 8. I am 22 now and have done much HIV research with UAB. My mother passed away earlier this month, and she would have wanted me to tell you thanks from all the mothers that had to watch their children die of AIDS. God bless you and people that are fighting this fight against this horrible disease. I look forward to meeting you in heaven. Much love to the loved ones of Dr. Weisman. I hope that you all find peace in this time of great need. Never give up hope for his sake.
Carla Weisman-Lingerfelt
July 24, 2009
I am truly sorry for this heart-wrenching loss. I haven't had contact with him for years but there is an empty hole in my heart where in the back of my mind he was always there. I am forever indebted for all he did for my family. Stacey, Bill and Mark, my prayers and thoughts are with you constantly. Stay strong and know you are never alone. May God comfort you with His Spirit and May Uncle Joel rest in peace. Love, Carla
WYNTER WILKS
July 24, 2009
GOD BLESS
Marsha Caples-Harris
July 24, 2009
May God strengthen your family and thank you for the medical information you provided to the world inregards to HIV/AIDS. Rest in peace.
MACH....Long Beach, California
July 24, 2009
Thank you, Doctor.
July 24, 2009
Thank you Dr Weisman. God rest your soul and bring comfort to your partner and all those who loved you.
Respectfully,
Michael Schwartz
L. Ryan
July 24, 2009
I'm very sorry to hear of Dr. Weisman's passing. May your memories and the Bible's hope for the future bring you comfort.
Chele
July 24, 2009
To the family, look to Jesus, the Comforter of all for strength during this time. The Word of God says that He blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.(Matthew 5:4).
Anita Montes-White
July 24, 2009
I had never heard of Dr. Weisman, but read the obit to see a little bit of who he was. A debt of gratitude is owed to this man who was one of the first who started the fight against this terrible disease. May God bless him and comfort all those who knew and loved him.
J. Washington
July 24, 2009
I was truly sorry to hear about Dr. Weisman's passing. May memories of happier times help you to cope during these most difficult days.
July 24, 2009
my ex-hushand passed away 17 yrs ago of aids,thank you for help opening the world to that study .may you rest in peace and keep your partner safe in gods hands. rae, baltimore md.
rudy rudisill
July 24, 2009
Sad passing tho knew him only as my personal md for a few years in 80s. Had greatest repoire with patients and was truely with the times. He will be missed.
July 24, 2009
god bless you and your family gail
July 24, 2009
Thank you Dr. Weisman for your work, devotion and perserverance in the battle against AIDS and sorry for your loss Mr. Hutton. Robert Abrami, NYC
Michael Guest
July 24, 2009
A pioneer is now resting peacefully. God bless you. Condolences to Mr. Hutton, as well as your other surviving family members.
D. ZIMMERMAN
July 24, 2009
REST IN PEACE DR. JOEL WEISMAN
Susan Arnove
July 24, 2009
God Bless you and your family in your time of need. Rest in peace.
Henryk Zaleski
July 24, 2009
May you rest in peace.
carol weiner
July 23, 2009
You will always be remembered with great fondness. Thanks for the good memories. Love Carol
theresa mudry
July 23, 2009
rest in peace dear friend! God bless!!!
terri ann cruz
July 23, 2009
thoughts and prayers r with his friends and family during this diffecult time...god bless dr weisman
Brett & Amber Utley
July 23, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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