Black Men In White Coats
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. *Hosted and founded by Dale Okorodudu, MD.
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Student Dr. Folarin Adeyemi - I Graduated With a 2.5 GPA
09/03/2020
Student Dr. Folarin Adeyemi - I Graduated With a 2.5 GPA
Meet student Dr. Folarin Adeyemi. A 2.5 GPA isn't stopping him from achieving his dreams! This is definitely one of my favorite episodes...(I say that a lot..but for real for real). I love the jovial tone he brings not only to this podcast, but to the field of medicine. Student Dr. Adeyemi is walking his own path and destined for success. He's had his struggles along the journey but all the way, he keeps his head up and stays on the grind. When you're done with this episode, I'm willing to bet you'll be just a little happier than when you started! IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON GOOGLE PODCAST! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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Dr. Italo Brown - I Got Rejected 142 Times!
08/03/2020
Dr. Italo Brown - I Got Rejected 142 Times!
Have you ever heard of anyone getting 142 rejections from med school? Well now you have. Allow me to introduce you to this wonderful doc, Dr. Italo Brown. This is definitely one of my favorite episodes on this podcast. After listening to his story, you might never want to quit anything for the rest of your life. It's a journey of persistence hustle that ends with the HUGE reward of becoming a medical doctor. If there's ever been a BMWC podcast episode for you to share...it's this one!
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Dr. Russell J Ledet - I Never Paid a Dime For School
07/24/2020
Dr. Russell J Ledet - I Never Paid a Dime For School
Meet Dr. Russell Ledet. He's a med student AND a doctor. This amazing doc came from the hood and had a tough upbringing...BUT he didn't let that stop him from achieving success. Perhaps most amazing, he has two undergrad degrees, a masters, PhD, and is about to complete his med school..ALL FOR FREE! Take notes on this episode! IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON GOOGLE PODCAST! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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Student Dr. Ben Simmons - I Went to Medical School Twice!!!
07/14/2020
Student Dr. Ben Simmons - I Went to Medical School Twice!!!
Most premeds hope to get accepted into just one medical school. Student Dr. Ben Simmons went to medical school twice!!! Say What???? I love his story because it shows how we grow along our journey. Student Dr. Simmons admits to not getting a few things right the first go around, however he worked hard and figured it out! Now he's on his way to fulfilling his dream of becoming a medical doctor. Amazing story! IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON GOOGLE PODCAST! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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Dr. Jon Menachem - A White Doctor's Perspective
06/24/2020
Dr. Jon Menachem - A White Doctor's Perspective
Meet Dr. Jon Menachem, a white doctor who wants the best for all! After the murder of George Floyd, Dr. Menachem called me with a strategy to help increase mentorship for black men pursuing medical careers. He wasn't just talking, he actually had a plan that could be put in action. He and I go way back to our residency years at Duke where we cared for patients together. From the start, we've always had open conversations about race. This is just another one, but this time, open for all to hear. IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON GOOGLE PODCAST! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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The Barbershop - A Conversation With Dr. Noble
05/08/2020
The Barbershop - A Conversation With Dr. Noble
"Who's more influential...the doctor or the barber?"....." DEFINITELY THE BARBER!" This is the answered of Dr. Stephen Noble. This episode, he joins us to discuss the impact barbershops and salons have on the black community. Dr. Noble addresses a key question, can the barbershop help to reduce healthcare disparities? IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON GOOGLE PODCAST! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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Dr. Julius Wilder - The Invisible Doctor
04/24/2020
Dr. Julius Wilder - The Invisible Doctor
Have you ever felt invisible? Dr. Julius Wilder has...and at times STILL does. It's amazing to think that a brilliant MD. PhD like this doc could feel that way. When I stop and think about it...I've felt that way too. Dr. Wilder is a Transplant Hepatologist who takes pride in serving his community. As you'll hear in this episode, one thing he points out is that a great deal of his success, has come from doing just that...serving his community. IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON GOOGLE PODCAST! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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Dr. Eddie Hackler III - Leaving My HBCU Was a Culture Shock
04/17/2020
Dr. Eddie Hackler III - Leaving My HBCU Was a Culture Shock
Meet Dr. Eddie Hackler III, a cardiologist in the making! This episode is packed with GOLD! Having served as Mr. Meharry, a Historically Black College and University, Dr. Hackler excelled and found his comfort zone. Leaving this HBCU, Dr. Hackler says he had a "culture shock", one which he had to readjust to. Nonetheless, he stepped up and again became a superstar (I should know...I worked with him for a few years). This man is dedicated to his purpose and is an awesome doc!! ...I should also add that he's one of the best dressed docs you'll meet IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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John White - I Got A Second Chance
04/03/2020
John White - I Got A Second Chance
Everybody deserves a second chance. Meet Student Dr. John White! He has an absolutely amazing testimony that shows you never to count anyone out. Student Dr. White was raised in challenging circumstances and got caught up in a few bad situations leading to some bad choices. BUT with the powerful LOVE of his grandmother and others, he straightened up and got back on the path of success. He teaches us that with second chances, greatness can be achieved. IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on Theme Song: White Coats by XVI
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COVID-19 : Brief Message to Our Community
03/26/2020
COVID-19 : Brief Message to Our Community
COVID-19 is running rampant. Initially, I didn't want to use this podcast as a medical platform but enough people have inquired and suggested we put out a brief update. As my buddy Dr. Caldwell said regarding COVID-19...THIS IS NOT A DRILL!!! It's VERY important that we understand the very basics of what is going on with COVID and our efforts to address this pandemic. IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Dr. Demetrius Washington - They Told Me I Couldn't Do It
03/19/2020
Dr. Demetrius Washington - They Told Me I Couldn't Do It
Dr. Demetrius Washington is really one of the VERY few black people in his field. He is a Veterinarian specializing in ophthalmology. Growing up, he never had it easy and had to overcome some real challenges. When people told him that he couldn't achieve his dream, he didn't let that stop him. He knew what he wanted, and went after it with all of his heart! IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Hillmann Batuo - I Felt So Inferior, Like I Wasn't Worthy...
03/12/2020
Hillmann Batuo - I Felt So Inferior, Like I Wasn't Worthy...
Student Doctor Hillman Batuo brings a very DIFFERENT perspective to the Black Men In White Coats podcast. A medical student in the Netherlands, he grew up in Cameroon which was a very different setting. Student Doctor Batuo mentions says something in this podcast that was very striking...he explains his feelings of awe and amazement when interacting with white people and a sense of inferiority to them. Hear how he overcame that feeling and continues his grind of excellence!!
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Dr. Antonio Webb - I Overcame the Odds
03/05/2020
Dr. Antonio Webb - I Overcame the Odds
Meet Dr. Antonio Webb. He is an orthopedic surgeon and current spine surgery fellow. He is a published author and has a YouTube vlog with over 15 million views (check it out). This doctor has overcome some amazing challenges in life. Statistics would suggest that someone like him is not supposed to be a medical doctor but he's not a statistic. Check out his story! IMPORTANT LINKS CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, join the premed coaching program at Become a mentor or get a mentor at BOOKS BY DR. Dale If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Dr. Ray Wurapa - I Saw Challenges, Never Obstacles
11/01/2019
Dr. Ray Wurapa - I Saw Challenges, Never Obstacles
Meet Dr. Ray Wurapa, orthopedic surgeon and co-owner of . I absolutely LOVE this episode. Dr. Wurapa has an amazing approach to life; one that is refreshingly positive. As an accomplished orthopedic surgeon, he could be boastful and arrogant, but rather he is humble and kind. This comes across in a genuine manner throughout his podcast episode. If more docs had this same approach, medicine would be a much better field. CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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What can you learn from your parents #MaximizeMonday Week 11
10/28/2019
What can you learn from your parents #MaximizeMonday Week 11
We’re never too old to be parented. All of us have some sort of parent figure in or life. Taking a moment to contact your parents and say thank you is important. It is a humbling experience and reminds us that we’re never too old for parental wisdom! #MaximizeMonday CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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You have the power to make someone's day better. #MaximizeMonday Week 10
10/21/2019
You have the power to make someone's day better. #MaximizeMonday Week 10
One of the most powerful things you can do for yourself, is to make someone else's day better. Each day, we get to choose how we make others feel. Adding positivity to the world is good for everyone including YOU! Many people fail to realize how brightening someone else's day can improve theirs too. My challenge to you today is to compliment someone. See how you change their day in that moment. While doing so, you'll improve your day too. #MaximizeMonday CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Dr. Uzondu Osuagwu- Pain Management
10/18/2019
Dr. Uzondu Osuagwu- Pain Management
Meet Dr. Uzondu Osuagwu. As a trained Anesthesiologist, he now specializes in Pain Management. There are quite a few gems to take away from this episode, but the one that stands out to me the most is his belief in perseverance. There's no quit in this doctor and that's the message he shares with you. Get my children’s book Doc 2 Doc . CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Rise Up! Ep2: Success Requires Mental Clarity
10/17/2019
Rise Up! Ep2: Success Requires Mental Clarity
The starting point to success is having mental clarity. We all get distracted from the billions of things in our day to day lives. These distractions cause a haziness in our minds. To become successful, you must have clarity of thought. You have to know what your gifts are, what your message to the world is, and how to get it out there to serve others. That's what clarity is about. CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Intentional Networking. Make a New Friend! #MaximizeMonday Week 9
10/14/2019
Intentional Networking. Make a New Friend! #MaximizeMonday Week 9
The most productive people in the world know how to connect with others. John Maxwell says, "everyone communicates, few people connect." My challenge to you this week is to increase your productivity by learning how to intentionally connect with others. Make a new friend today. #MaximizeMonday CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Ep 1 RISE UP! - The power of forgiveness to propel your life forward
10/09/2019
Ep 1 RISE UP! - The power of forgiveness to propel your life forward
Introducing Dr. Dale's RISE UP! Podcast with Derrich Phillips. In this first episode, Dr. Dale and Derrich focus on the importance of forgiveness in increasing your productivity. Many people fail to make the connection between these two things. When you're carrying dead weight in the form of anger and resentment, you're prohibiting your own success. Let it go so you can grow!
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Develop mental clarity and increase your effectiveness by starting a journal. #MaximizeMonday Week 8
10/07/2019
Develop mental clarity and increase your effectiveness by starting a journal. #MaximizeMonday Week 8
Getting your thoughts down on paper is one of the best ways to bring ideas to fruition. It's also an excellent method to manage your emotions and stress. Maximize your Mondays by journaling. Get that pen to the paper and empty your mind on it. You'll see how those thoughts materialize. CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST ON ITUNES! Premeds, Medical Students, and Doctors, Join Diverse Medicine Recruitment Center at ! We’re Bringing Diversity to Medicine! If you’re a black male clinician with a great journey to share, we’d love to have you on the podcast. Email us at We’re making a movie! Stay updated by getting on our mailing list at Premeds, find affordable services designed to help you get accepted into medical school at . Check out Dr. Dale’s episode on
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Aaron D. Dotson- I started shadowing at 6 years old
10/03/2019
Aaron D. Dotson- I started shadowing at 6 years old
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.
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Find a Mentor #MaximizeMonday Week 4
09/16/2019
Find a Mentor #MaximizeMonday Week 4
Ever wonder where the term "mentor" comes from? #MaximizeMonday by getting a real mentor. The easiest way to figure out how to do something is for someone who has done it to show you. Mentors can make or break you. The most successful people in the world tend to have great ment
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Brian Fowler - I Overcame the Odds to Get to Med School!
09/12/2019
Brian Fowler - I Overcame the Odds to Get to Med School!
Meet Student Doctor Brian Fowler. This young man is amazing. He didn't meet a black doctor until is 20s and had never even considered the career. Now he's in medical school. I've known Student Dr. Fowler for a few years now and am extremely impressed with his grit. The take home message from this episode is that there are no excuses not to achieve your goals. He is the first person in his family to graduate college, and with little academic guidance, made it a priority
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Read! Start a new book today! - #MaximizeMonday Week 3
09/09/2019
Read! Start a new book today! - #MaximizeMonday Week 3
Happy Monday family. This week's #MaximizeMonday rule is to START A NEW BOOK! Check it out.
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Dr. Ike Onyedika - I Could Never Get Angry About Helping Kids
09/05/2019
Dr. Ike Onyedika - I Could Never Get Angry About Helping Kids
Meet Dr. Ike Onyedika. He's a pediatric orthopedic surgeon who loves working with kids. This doctor chose the right field. As he puts it, he could, "never get angry about coming in at night to help kids." Dr. Onyedika also has a unique appreciation for community. Throughout this episode, you'll hear him referring to concepts emphasizing the importance of friends and family. Without these support systems in place, it's tough for anybody to become successful. A lot
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GO ALL IN & GO BEAST MODE! - MaximizeMonday Week 2
09/02/2019
GO ALL IN & GO BEAST MODE! - MaximizeMonday Week 2
Happy Monday family. This week's #MaximizeMonday focus is to go beast mode. Go all in! Check it out.
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Justin Foreman - I Only Compete Against Myself
08/29/2019
Justin Foreman - I Only Compete Against Myself
Meet Student Doctor Foreman. This is one excellent guy! I've had the honor of getting to know him a little when he shadowed me in the hospital. I love a lot of things about this episode, but what stands out most is Justin's humility. He comes across as a very humble young man with tons of wisdom to share. These are the type of role models with want to promote on Black Men In White Coats and the type of doctors we hope to see in the medical field. Another thing I truly
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Accept Your Greatness! - Maximize Monday #1
08/26/2019
Accept Your Greatness! - Maximize Monday #1
Hey family. I'm launching a new series to get you pumped and motivated for Mondays! Each Monday, I'll be sharing a quick piece of wisdom that I used in my life to maximize my impact on the world. This week kicks it off and I'm asking you all to accept your greatness. Check it out!
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Dr. Robert Amajoyi - Chasing a Dream & Staying Inspired
08/22/2019
Dr. Robert Amajoyi - Chasing a Dream & Staying Inspired
Dr. Robert Amajoyi is more than a doctor, he's a man of vision. As a colorectal surgeon, he doesn't limit his life's possibilities to the operating room. This man aims to excel at life. Among the reasons I love this episode is his passion for personal development. As an individual who spends a lot of time studying how to get the most out of life, it was very refreshing to hear that Dr. Amajoyi does the same thing. It's no wonder why he's a successful surgeon. Be inspir
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