Dr. Mikhail "Mike" Varshavski, popularly known as Doctor Mike, is a board-certified family medicine physician, internet personality, and one of the most influential medical educators in the digital era. He balances a practicing medical career at Chatham Family Medicine in New Jersey with an audience of over 30 million social media followers.Key Highlights & Career OverviewMedical Background: Earned his Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from the New York Institute of Technology. He advocates heavily for preventive care and evidence-based lifestyle changes.Rise to Fame: First went viral in 2015 when People magazine named him the "Sexiest Doctor Alive". He leveraged the attention to build his brand around medical education.Content & Platforms: His highly popular Doctor Mike YouTube Channel features medically themed entertainment, pop culture reviews, and a podcast called The Checkup with Doctor Mike.The Mission: He centers his platform on debunking medical misinformation, criticizing systemic healthcare flaws, and warning against social media "grifters" selling unverified supplements.

Bear is Doctor Mike's famous, giant brown Newfoundland dog (often called a "Newfie"). He is a massive fan-favorite on Doctor Mike's social media platforms and frequently stars in his videos.About BearThe "Gentle Giant": Doctor Mike got Bear as a puppy in late 2017. Newfoundlands are known for their massive size—often reaching around 140 to 150 pounds—and their incredibly sweet, people-pleasing nature.Content Star: Bear regularly features in dedicated YouTube videos, including videos of Doctor Mike grooming him, reacting to dog memes and TikToks alongside him, and sharing his veterinary milestones (like when Bear had an extra canine tooth discovered during surgery).Health Advocate: Doctor Mike frequently uses Bear to discuss the health benefits of pet ownership, such as lowered stress levels, better cardiovascular health, and how growing up around dogs can reduce a child's risk of allergies.