Kemal Erkan, CEO of United Medical LLC and Chairman of UMACO, has achieved a significant milestone in 2025: over 200,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel. This accomplishment caps a year of expanded community outreach, patient education, and digital healthcare initiatives.
Erkan launched his YouTube channel with the goal of fostering discussions on healthcare, bariatric surgery, and US economics and politics, aiming to make healthcare news more accessible. The channel has evolved into a hub for dialogue on the changing healthcare landscape, with its subscriber base more than doubling over the past year due to a shift toward structured, high-quality content.
His global reach is evident in popular videos such as his speech at the 28th Eurasian Economic Summit, which has garnered over 104,000 views, and appearances on EKOTÜRK. These videos underscore a growing urgency for sustainable healthcare practices. Erkan's role as a U.S. representative for the Marmara Group Foundation positions him to comment on current events.
Throughout the year, Erkan hosted notable figures including Sarah McBride, Seema Verma, Kyle Evans Gay, and Selin Yeninci. Discussions covered topics such as healthcare interoperability, protecting aid programs, and animal rights legislation. In a session with Seema Verma, GM and EVP of Oracle Health, they addressed frustrations with the US healthcare industry. Verma described Oracle Health's direction post-Cerner acquisition, emphasizing an AI-powered, interoperable EHR that reduces provider burden and allows more time with patients, as reported on Kemal Erkan's website.
Erkan also covered urgent issues like the government shutdown and the expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits, which led to health insurance premium hikes. In a discussion with Sarah McBride, she stressed the need for bipartisan collaboration. Erkan expressed concern about individuals facing uncertainty over care affordability, facilitating conversations to amplify constituent voices and drive change.
The recurring segment "Bariatric Friday" continued, featuring surgeons like Dr. Isaias Irgau and Dr. Gail Wynn from CHRIAS. This segment provides valuable information for bariatric patients, helping them approach weight-loss goals with confidence and support.
Overall, 2025 has been marked by increased community outreach, expanded digital reach, and a commitment to patient education. Erkan's milestones reflect a dedication to growing the channel's quality and audience, furthering his mission to empower patients and communities through digital healthcare.
