Dr. Mehmet Oz, widely known as Dr. Oz, is a Turkish-American cardiothoracic surgeon, television personality, and author. He gained prominence through appearances on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” leading to his own syndicated program, “The Dr. Oz Show,” which aired from 2009 to 2022.
In April 2025, Dr. Oz was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), with a 53-45 party-line vote. In this role, he oversees federal health programs covering approximately 160 million Americans. His appointment has attracted attention due to his previous promotion of alternative medicine and unproven treatments.
Dr. Oz’s career has been marked by both acclaim and controversy. While he has received accolades such as multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Talk Show Host, he has also faced criticism from the medical community for endorsing treatments lacking rigorous scientific validation.
Beyond his television endeavors, Dr. Oz has authored several books on health and wellness. He continues to engage with the public through various media platforms, and maintains active profiles on social media, including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.