Readers React: Dr. Paul Fleiss and the children he cared for

To the editor: Dr. Paul Fleiss was a generous, wise and kind pediatrician. He devoted countless hours to the La Leche League breastfeeding organization, helping babies to have a healthy start in life. He accurately diagnosed my little girl when another doctor could not find anything wrong. He had a very long career, and many of us are deeply indebted to him. (“Dr. Paul Fleiss dies at 80; father of ‘Hollywood madam’ Heidi Fleiss,” Obituary, July 19)

One mistake — his entanglement in his daughter’s prostitution scandal — should never overshadow all the good that he did in his lifetime.

Rest in peace, Dr. Fleiss. Legions of children have grown up healthier and happier thanks to your efforts.

Marianne Coffey, Ventura