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'''Dean Edell''' (born March 26, 1941) is a retired American [[physician]], author, and former radio talk show host. Edell's medical talk show was nationally syndicated and distributed by [[Premiere Radio Networks]].
== Dean Edell ==


== Early life and education ==
[[File:Dean_Edell-3-TAM13_7-18-15_(cropped).JPG|thumb|right|Dean Edell at TAM 2013]]
Edell was born in [[New York City]]. He completed his undergraduate studies at [[Rutgers University]] and received his medical degree from [[Cornell University Medical College]] in 1967. He completed his internship at [[Pacific Medical Center]] in San Francisco.


== Career ==
'''Dean Edell''' is a prominent American physician and media personality known for his work in medical broadcasting. He has been a significant figure in providing medical information to the public through various media platforms, including radio and television.
Edell began his career as an [[ophthalmologist]] but later transitioned into the media industry. He started his radio career in 1979 at KGO (AM) in San Francisco. His show, ''The Dr. Dean Edell Show'', was one of the first national radio shows to provide health and medical information to the public. The show was syndicated to over 400 stations and had an estimated audience of 2 million listeners.


In addition to his radio career, Edell has written several books, including "Eat, Drink and Be Merry" (1999) and "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Healthiness" (2004). He has also been a medical correspondent for [[ABC7 News]] in San Francisco.
== Early Life and Education ==
Dean Edell was born in 1941 in New York City. He pursued his undergraduate studies at [[Cornell University]], where he developed an interest in the biological sciences. Following his undergraduate education, Edell attended medical school at the [[University of California, San Diego]], where he earned his medical degree.


== Retirement ==
== Medical Career ==
Edell announced his retirement from broadcasting in December 2010, citing a desire to spend more time with his family.
After completing his medical education, Dean Edell practiced as an ophthalmologist. However, he eventually transitioned from clinical practice to focus on medical broadcasting, where he found his true calling in educating the public about health and medicine.


== Personal life ==
== Media Career ==
Edell resides in the [[San Francisco Bay Area]] with his wife and five children.
Dean Edell is best known for his work as a medical broadcaster. He hosted "The Dr. Dean Edell Show," a syndicated radio program that provided listeners with medical advice and information. The show was known for its engaging format and Edell's ability to communicate complex medical topics in an accessible manner.


== References ==
In addition to his radio work, Edell also appeared on television, contributing to various programs and segments focused on health and wellness. His media presence helped demystify medical topics for a broad audience, making him a trusted source of medical information.
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== External links ==
== Contributions to Public Health ==
* [http://www.healthcentral.com/drdean/ Official website]
Throughout his career, Dean Edell has been an advocate for public health education. He has addressed a wide range of topics, from nutrition and exercise to mental health and preventive medicine. His efforts have contributed to increased public awareness and understanding of important health issues.


[[Category:American radio personalities]]
== Retirement and Legacy ==
Dean Edell retired from broadcasting in 2010, leaving behind a legacy of public service and education. His work has inspired many in the field of medical communication and continues to influence how health information is disseminated to the public.
 
== Related Pages ==
* [[Ophthalmology]]
* [[Medical broadcasting]]
* [[Public health education]]
 
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Latest revision as of 16:29, 16 February 2025

Dean Edell[edit]

File:Dean Edell-3-TAM13 7-18-15 (cropped).JPG
Dean Edell at TAM 2013

Dean Edell is a prominent American physician and media personality known for his work in medical broadcasting. He has been a significant figure in providing medical information to the public through various media platforms, including radio and television.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Dean Edell was born in 1941 in New York City. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Cornell University, where he developed an interest in the biological sciences. Following his undergraduate education, Edell attended medical school at the University of California, San Diego, where he earned his medical degree.

Medical Career[edit]

After completing his medical education, Dean Edell practiced as an ophthalmologist. However, he eventually transitioned from clinical practice to focus on medical broadcasting, where he found his true calling in educating the public about health and medicine.

Media Career[edit]

Dean Edell is best known for his work as a medical broadcaster. He hosted "The Dr. Dean Edell Show," a syndicated radio program that provided listeners with medical advice and information. The show was known for its engaging format and Edell's ability to communicate complex medical topics in an accessible manner.

In addition to his radio work, Edell also appeared on television, contributing to various programs and segments focused on health and wellness. His media presence helped demystify medical topics for a broad audience, making him a trusted source of medical information.

Contributions to Public Health[edit]

Throughout his career, Dean Edell has been an advocate for public health education. He has addressed a wide range of topics, from nutrition and exercise to mental health and preventive medicine. His efforts have contributed to increased public awareness and understanding of important health issues.

Retirement and Legacy[edit]

Dean Edell retired from broadcasting in 2010, leaving behind a legacy of public service and education. His work has inspired many in the field of medical communication and continues to influence how health information is disseminated to the public.

Related Pages[edit]