Put Your Bias Down

Healthcare Inequality

Dr. Mehmet Oz highlights the pressing issue of healthcare inequality, particularly in minority communities. He emphasizes that healthcare disparities are a form of racism that prevent individuals from competing on an equal footing. Dr. Oz believes that addressing these inequalities is crucial and should be a bipartisan effort.

Of all the forms of racism, the most disappointing is healthcare inequality, because you never get out of the starting game, you never get on the field to compete.

--- Dr. Mehmet Oz

He shares his experiences practicing medicine in Harlem, witnessing firsthand the gaps in care provided to people of color 1.

   

Public Service

Dr. Oz discusses his aspirations in public service and his efforts to leverage media to drive change in healthcare. He believes that media can be a powerful tool to educate the public and influence health behaviors positively. Dr. Oz is committed to using his platform to empower individuals with health knowledge and encourage proactive health choices.

We need more people in the boats brewing the oars to help America.

--- Dr. Mehmet Oz

He sees public service as a future path and stresses the importance of collective efforts to improve healthcare systems 2.