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Black Men in White Coats podcast is dedicated to telling the stories of black male clinicians. Our goal is to inspire others to pursue careers in healthcare, and to promote a positive narrative for black men overall. By allowing black male clinicians to tell their stories, we aim to touch minds and touch hearts.

The Funniest Med Student You’ll Meet: Norman Harris II

Norman Harris II is FUNNY! In this episode, Norman shares the craziest thing he’s seen in the field of medicine, which was assisting in a trauma thoracotomy. They discuss Norman’s journey from being a funny kid to pursuing medicine and his experiences at Howard University, an HBCU. Norman emphasizes the importance of forging your own […]

The Healing Power of Prayer In Medicine: Dr. Emmanuel McNeely

Meet the Praying Doctor. Emmanuel McNeely shares his journey from being a class clown to becoming a surgeon. He recounts the craziest thing he’s seen as a surgeon and emphasizes the importance of exposure and seeing successful black people in positive roles. He talks about his childhood, being involved in the church, and playing the […]

50 Year Old Pastor Goes to Med School: Antonio Patterson

Antonio Patterson, a second-year medical student, shares his journey of pursuing medicine at the age of 50. His interest in medicine was sparked when he witnessed a young boy in Haiti in need of medical help and realized he wanted to be able to make a difference. Antonio faced challenges and had to have discussions […]

The People’s Cardiologist: Dr. Eddie Hackler III

Dr. Eddie Hackler III is quickly becoming the “People’s Cardiologist”. With a growing presence on social media, he’s educating society at large about preventing heart disease.  In this episode, he shares a story of a 22-year-old COVID patient with a 10% ejection fraction who was successfully treated and recovered. He discusses his journey to becoming […]

I Always Knew I’d Become a Doctor: Dr. Byron Cryer

In this conversation, Dr. Dale interviews Dr. Byron Cryer, a gastroenterologist and mentor. They discuss various topics, including memorable experiences in medicine, the importance of building relationships with nurses, the drive to pursue higher positions in medicine, and the influence of parents in choosing a career path. Dr. Cryer shares that his parents chose the […]

Making a Difference in My Hood: Dr. Abdullah Pratt

Dr. Abdullah Hasan Pratt shares his experiences as an emergency medicine physician on the Chicago South Side. He recounts the craziest cases he has encountered, including a friend who was shot in the head and the challenges of saving his life. Dr. Pratt emphasizes the importance of connecting with patients on a personal level and […]

Beyond Equity: A Dive into Achieving Excellence | ‘Diverse Medicine’ Chapter 2

Chapter 2 of Dr Dale’s book “Diverse Medicine.” Explore the crucial aspects that shape our understanding of equity in healthcare! Get your copy of the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Diverse-Medicine-Building-Stronger-Healthier/dp/B0CDNPS5Z1 “Improving Our Approach”: Discover how we can enhance our perspectives and practices to foster a more equitable healthcare system. Let’s break down barriers together! Defining Equity: Unpack […]

Unmasking Healthcare Disparities: Diving Deep into “Diverse Medicine” Chapter 1 Commentary

  Grab Your Copy of the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Diverse-Medicine-Building-Stronger-Healthier-ebook/dp/B0CC117HHF Exploring Chapter 1 of ‘Diverse Medicine’ – Unveiling Health Disparities and a Call for Change 📚🩺 Join me for a deep dive into the heart of my book, ‘Diverse Medicine’, as we dissect Chapter 1 – a thought-provoking journey that begins with Proverbs 31:8-9. In this […]

Med School In My 40s (Part 2)- Dr. Carl Allamby

We’re back with part 2. Former car mechanic, Dr. Carl Allamby definitely didn’t let anything stop him from achieving the dream he had suppressed since childhood. On part 2, he lets us know that although he had major challenges being the oldest in his med school class, the ONLY black male, and one of few […]

Car Mechanic to Medical Doctor at age 47 – Dr. Carl Allamby

What a story! Dr. Carl Allamby had a successful career as a business owner and master technician but couldn’t shake his childhood dream of becoming a doctor. It took a spark much later in life to remind him of this childhood dream and that was all she wrote. We learn what it took for him […]