Marty Makary

Marty Makary is a renowned surgeon, New York Times bestselling author, and public health expert. Born to Egyptian immigrants, he earned his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University and a Master of Public Health from Harvard. Makary is a professor at Johns Hopkins University, where he focuses on surgical innovation and healthcare transparency. Known for his work on patient safety and medical ethics, he has authored impactful books including “Unaccountable” and “The Price We Pay.” A frequent medical commentator on national media, he advocates for price transparency and healthcare reform, aiming to make the system more patient-centric and efficient.