Doctor Mike
Keynote Speaker: Physician, Internet Personality & Host of "The Checkup" Podcast
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Doctor Mike Biography
Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, also known as "Doctor Mike," has carved a unique path in the medical field, combining his expertise with a knack for public engagement. Known for his YouTube channel where he posts medically themed entertainment videos, Dr. Varshavski has gained a wide audience with his engaging content. His public speaking skills were highlighted when he delivered a TEDx Talk in 2017 titled "The epidemic of the 'I Know It All' expert," addressing the growing problem of misinformation in the digital age. Further demonstrating his ability to command an audience, he delivered the keynote address at PatientPoint’s annual Upfront conference in 2025.
Varshavski's commitment to public education and debunking medical myths was particularly noticeable during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he took on false claims and interviewed key figures like Anthony Fauci. His public speaking skills were also put to use in his health-related podcast launched in September 2022, "The Checkup with Doctor Mike". Besides his work in digital media, Varshavski joined Chatham Family Medicine in New Jersey in 2018, further reinforcing his hands-on experience in the medical field.
Apart from his medical and media careers, Varshavski has shown a strong commitment to philanthropy. He established the Limitless Tomorrow Foundation to provide scholarships to students, made significant donations to various causes, and actively raised awareness for organizations such as Save a Child's Heart. His philanthropic efforts have not only demonstrated his dedication to social causes but also his ability to effectively communicate and advocate for these causes to the public.
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Doctor Mike Speaking Topics
Description: Like it or not, every doctor is an "influencer." While not all physicians have large social media followings, they influence their patients every time they step into the office. Whether you're speaking one-on-one with a patient or reaching millions through a smartphone screen, the challenge remains the same: conveying complex medical information in a way that people understand.
Doctor Mike has discovered that the communication skills required to engage over 25 million social media followers have also improved his in-person patient interactions. Likewise, the authenticity that builds trust in the exam room is exactly what audiences crave online.
However, with influence comes responsibility. One of the biggest dangers in medicine—and in social media—is the rise of the "I-know-all expert"—someone who claims to have all the answers, even when they don’t. True expertise requires humility, a willingness to say “I don’t know,” and the ability to guide people toward reliable, evidence-based information. In an era of misinformation, knowing how to communicate uncertainty is just as important as sharing knowledge.
In this talk, Doctor Mike will share the insights and strategies he's developed over a decade of social media success—helping you become not just a better doctor, but a more effective communicator and influencer as well.
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How do I book Doctor Mike to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Doctor Mike for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Doctor Mike, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Doctor Mike or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Doctor Mike for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Doctor Mike, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Doctor Mike are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Doctor Mike, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Doctor Mike speak about?
Doctor Mike is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Medicine, Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Nutrition, Fitness, Cancer, Women's Health, Public Health, Virtual, Jewish Heritage, Men's Health, Obesity Awareness Month, Family & Parenting, Social Media, Ethics & Integrity and Podcast Host.
Where does Doctor Mike travel from?
Doctor Mike generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Doctor Mike?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Doctor Mike for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Doctor Mike for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Doctor Mike or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Doctor Mike is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Medicine, Health & Wellness and Healthcare. The estimated speaking fee range to book Doctor Mike for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Doctor Mike generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Jennifer Ashton, Dr. Leana Wen and Dr. Joel Selanikio. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Doctor Mike for an upcoming event.
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Doctor Mike Speaking Topics
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Beware the "I Know All" Expert
Description: Like it or not, every doctor is an "influencer." While not all physicians have large social media followings, they influence their patients every time they step into the office. Whether you're speaking one-on-one with a patient or reaching millions through a smartphone screen, the challenge remains the same: conveying complex medical information in a way that people understand.
Doctor Mike has discovered that the communication skills required to engage over 25 million social media followers have also improved his in-person patient interactions. Likewise, the authenticity that builds trust in the exam room is exactly what audiences crave online.
However, with influence comes responsibility. One of the biggest dangers in medicine—and in social media—is the rise of the "I-know-all expert"—someone who claims to have all the answers, even when they don’t. True expertise requires humility, a willingness to say “I don’t know,” and the ability to guide people toward reliable, evidence-based information. In an era of misinformation, knowing how to communicate uncertainty is just as important as sharing knowledge.
In this talk, Doctor Mike will share the insights and strategies he's developed over a decade of social media success—helping you become not just a better doctor, but a more effective communicator and influencer as well.
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Doctor Mike Reviews
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Doctor Mike was fantastic! He understood his audience and delivered a message that was authentic and inspiring. There was humor and emotion through his delivery. Most importantly, the audience enjoyed what he had to share. Audience feedback let us know that they felt Doctor Mike was honest, relevant, engaging, applicable, and thought provoking. Highly recommend Doctor Mike!
PESI Healthcare - May 21 2025 -
PatientPoint - May 16 2025
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Dr. Mike was FANTASTIC, cooperative, delightful, and an excellent Emcee.
Emanuel Medical Center - Oct 26 2017
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Doctor Mike News
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Primary Care in the Time of COVID-19 with Mike “Dr. Mike ...
Mikhail Varshavski, commonly known as "Doctor Mike," is a multifaceted board- certified family medicine physician, media personality, educator, writer, and ...
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How do I book Doctor Mike to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Doctor Mike for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Doctor Mike, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Doctor Mike or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Doctor Mike for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Doctor Mike, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Doctor Mike are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Doctor Mike, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Doctor Mike speak about?
Doctor Mike is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Medicine, Health & Wellness, Healthcare, Nutrition, Fitness, Cancer, Women's Health, Public Health, Virtual, Jewish Heritage, Men's Health, Obesity Awareness Month, Family & Parenting, Social Media, Ethics & Integrity and Podcast Host. -
Where does Doctor Mike travel from?
Doctor Mike generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Doctor Mike?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Doctor Mike for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Doctor Mike for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Doctor Mike or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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