BlackDoctor.org Honors Healthcare Leaders in Inaugural Hall of Fame Ceremony
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BlackDoctor.org (BDO) has announced its first inductees into the inaugural TBH Hall of Fame, a distinction meant to honor those who’ve made significant contributions to the US healthcare industry. The 11 inductees have demonstrated dedication to improving and saving lives and have notably impacted the lives of millions of Black Americans. This significant event coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Top Blacks in Healthcare Awards Ceremony, and the 20th anniversary of BlackDoctor.org, a leading health and wellness platform for people of color.
BlackDoctor.org Celebrates Inaugural Hall of Fame Inductees Recognizing US Healthcare Industry Achievement
BlackDoctor.org (BDO) inducts its first class into the TBH Hall of Fame, the organization’s highest distinction, at the 10th anniversary of the Top Blacks in Healthcare Awards Ceremony, recognizing lifetime achievements and contributions to the healthcare industry.
The celebration will take place at the Fontainebleau Miami from April 9-10, 2025. The inductees were selected through a rigorous process and have shown an unwavering commitment to improving lives, particularly amongst Black Americans.
“These 11 exceptional individuals have left an indelible mark in the healthcare industry. Their stories inspire future generations and remind us that where there is no vision, the people perish,” said Reggie Ware, CEO of BlackDoctor.org.
Jade Curtis, Executive Editor, also commented on the significance of the event. “The TBH Hall of Fame is a first for BDO, and it’s the perfect time to launch it as we celebrate the 10th anniversary for Top Blacks in Healthcare and our 20th anniversary for BlackDoctor.org.”
The 2025 TBH Hall of Fame Inductees
The Hall of Fame honors 11 individuals for their remarkable contributions to healthcare. BDO also recognizes 12 distinguished TBH honorees for their innovative thinking and inspiring leadership.
- Vanessa Broadhurst, EVP, Global Corporate Affairs, Johnson & Johnson, Zoetis Board Member
- Craig Emmitt Cole, MD, Hematologist, Karmanos Cancer Institute
- Tony Ezell, Executive Vice President, President of the Americas, BD
- Reshema Kemps-Polanco, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer, Novartis
- Michael LeNoir, MD, F.A.A.P, F.A.A.A.A Pediatrician, allergist
- Freda Lewis-Hall, MD, Life Sciences Leader
- Ted Love, MD, Chair, BIO Board of Directors
- Myrtle Potter, Chair and CEO, Former Chair & CEO, Sumitomo Pharma America
- Reed Tuckson, MD, FACP, Managing Director of Tuckson Health Connections
- Mitzi Joi Williams, MD, Founding Medical Director at Joi Life Wellness Group Neurology Center in Atlanta, GA
- Richard Allen Williams, MD, Founder and President of the Minority Health Institute and Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC)
About BlackDoctor.org (BDO)
BlackDoctor.org is a leading health and wellness resource catering to people of color. The platform, celebrating its 20th anniversary, reaches an audience of 26 million on social media and 6.5 million monthly visitors. BDO also provides a free doctor search tool, offering the largest online database of Black physicians and dentists.
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