Quote Originally Posted by cptcannabis
Nevertheless, he would not be receiving such lavish care right now if he were not a world renowned physicist. He has people that live with him to take care of his medical needs and doctors on call. They don't do that for the average man.

The really funny part of your argument is that it is nullified by Mr Hawking himself who on more than one occassion has stated "I would not be here but for the NHS".
You assume that our healthcare is rationed based on academic qualification which is frankly a complete load of bollocks !