Otis Brawley is a renowned oncologist and public health expert dedicated to addressing health disparities, particularly in cancer prevention and treatment. He is currently a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University, with appointments in the School of Medicine and the Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Brawley’s career has been marked by his commitment to reducing cancer disparities and promoting equitable healthcare.
Dr. Brawley earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University. He has held several influential positions, including serving as the Chief Medical and Scientific Officer of the American Cancer Society. In this role, he led efforts to improve cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment, particularly for underserved populations.
Throughout his career, Dr. Brawley has focused on the social determinants of health and the systemic barriers that contribute to health disparities. He has been a vocal advocate for evidence-based medicine and has worked to reduce overscreening and overtreatment in cancer care. His research and advocacy have significantly impacted public health policies and practices, leading to improved health outcomes for minority and low-income populations.
Dr. Brawley’s contributions to public health have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including election to the National Academy of Medicine. He continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of healthcare professionals, emphasizing the importance of health equity and social justice in medicine.
Here are three online videos that describe how Otis Brawley has addressed health disparities in his career:
“Dr. Otis Brawley on Cancer Screening and Health Disparities.” This video features Dr. Brawley discussing reducing cancer overscreening and health disparities. (December 2022)
“Let’s Talk Health: A Vision for Reducing Health Disparities.” This video includes Dr. Brawley discussing his vision for reducing health disparities. (April 2019)
“Understanding Health Disparities with Otis W. Brawley, MD, MACP, FASCO.” This video features Dr. Brawley discussing his work on health disparities. (July 2021)
