Kemal Erkan, CEO of United Medical LLC and Chairman of UMACO, has reached a significant milestone in 2025: over 200,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel. This achievement caps a year of expanded community outreach, patient education, and digital healthcare initiatives. Erkan launched the channel to make healthcare-related news more accessible, fostering discussions on bariatric surgery, US economics, and politics.
Erkan's subscriber base more than doubled in the past year, driven by structured, high-quality content. His global reach is evident, with top-viewed videos including his speech at the 28th Eurasian Economic Summit (over 104,000 views), appearances on EKOTÜRK, and weekly US news updates. His role as a U.S. representative for the Marmara Group Foundation further amplifies his influence on current events.
In 2025, Erkan hosted notable figures such as Sarah McBride, Seema Verma, Kyle Evans Gay, and Selin Yeninci. These conversations tackled topics like healthcare interoperability, protecting aid programs, and animal rights legislation. For instance, in a session with Seema Verma, GM and EVP of Oracle Health, they discussed frustrations with the US healthcare system and Oracle Health's AI-powered, interoperable EHR designed to reduce provider burden.
Erkan also addressed urgent issues like the government shutdown and the expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits. In a discussion with Sarah McBride, they highlighted the need for bipartisan collaboration to prevent insurance premium hikes. Erkan emphasized the importance of making constituents' voices heard on affordability of care.
The channel's recurring segment, Bariatric Friday, continued to feature surgeons like Dr. Isaias Irgau and Dr. Gail Wynn from CHRIAS, providing valuable information for patients navigating weight-loss surgery. These physician-led sessions help patients approach their goals with confidence.
Overall, 2025 marked increased community outreach, expanded digital reach, and a commitment to patient education. Erkan's milestone reflects his dedication to empowering patients and communities through accessible healthcare information.
