Get in touch with Dr. Oz using these simple steps

Dr. Mehmet Oz is a cardiothoracic surgeon best known for his roles on The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Dr. Oz Show. If you have a question or comment for Dr. Oz, you have 3 main ways to contact him. You can talk to him on social media, write him a message, or share your story for consideration on his show. Although he's not guaranteed to reply, you never know what might catch his eye!

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Contacting Dr. Oz on Social Media

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    Send Dr. Oz a tweet. Dr. Oz has a Twitter account under the handle "@DrOz." Tweet him any health questions you have, comments about his show, or replies to his own tweets. Sign into Twitter or make an account and either tag him in your own tweet or click the reply button in the lower lefthand corner of his tweet.[1]
    • You can find Dr. Oz's twitter at https://twitter.com/droz?lang=en.
    • For example, you could tweet, "@DrOz love your show! Do you have any exercise advice for people with office jobs?"
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    Leave a comment on Dr. Oz's Facebook post. On Facebook, Dr. Oz mostly posts news about The Dr. Oz Show and everyday health advice. If you have a question about the post, leave a comment and keep an eye on it to see if Dr. Oz responds.[2]
    • If he posts an article about the best natural sources of omega-3 fatty acids, for example, you could say, "Thanks for the insightful article! How do you know if you have an omega-3 deficiency?"
    • Check out Dr. Oz's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/droz/.
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    Follow Dr. Oz's Tumblr and send him a message. The Dr. Oz Show runs a Tumblr that fans can follow, reblog health advice from, and message Dr. Oz on. To message Dr. Oz, sign into Tumblr or make a Tumblr blog, visit his account, and click on the Message button in the top righthand corner (a circle with a "+" sign in the middle).[3]
    • You could say, for example, "Hi, Dr. Oz! I loved that Top Seven Juice Cleanses article you posted. Do you have any other tips for starting a new juice cleanse?"
    • Find Dr. Oz's Tumblr account at http://thedrozshow.tumblr.com/.
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    Comment on Dr. Oz's Instagram photos. Dr. Oz posts health advice, career updates, and photos from his personal life on Instagram. Sign in or make an account, then leave a comment on a recent photo. If he sees your question, he may just respond.[4]
    • If he posts about an upcoming episode of The Dr. Oz Show, for example, you could write, " @dr_oz Can't wait to see this episode on insomnia! What else is in store for the show this season?"
    • You can contact Dr. Oz on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dr_oz/.
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Messaging Dr. Oz on His Website

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    Find Dr. Oz's contact page. Visit Dr. Oz's website and select the "Contact" button on the bottom of the page. You can also find the contact page at https://www.doctoroz.com/contact
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    Select a reason for writing to Dr. Oz. Scroll down to the "My request is related to:" section and choose the most relevant category. Depending on the inquiry, your question may fall under any of the following categories:[5]
    • General Feedback (which contains additional subcategories like sharing your story, segment ideas, product promotions, etc)
    • DoctorOz.com Content
    • DoctorOz.com Technical Support
    • DoctorOz.com Contests
    • Personal Health Question/Medical Advice
    • Clinician Feedback
    • Dr. Oz: The Good Life Magazine Feedback
    • Speaking Engagements, Donations, and Other Opportunities
    • Unwarranted Use of Dr. Oz's Name or Image
    • Legal or Privacy Issues
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    Enter your email in the corresponding box. After Dr. Oz reads your message, he may respond through email. Write your email in the corresponding box and check it several times to make sure you wrote the right one.
    • If you have an account at "doctoroz.com," use the same email that you use to log in.
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    Write your message in the comments box. Write clearly and concisely to help Dr. Oz understand your question. Because Dr. Oz has a busy schedule, shorter is usually better.[6]
    • You might, for example, say, "Hello Dr. Oz! I'm a longtime fan of yours and had a quick medical question. My family has a history of Alzheimer's disease, and I was wondering if you had any tips for either preventing or lessening the chances of developing it. Thanks so much and, again, I greatly admire your work!"
    • Visit Dr. Oz's FAQ page to make sure your question has not already been answered: https://www.doctoroz.com/frequently-asked-questions
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    Submit your question and wait for a response. Review your question to make sure you added everything you wanted, then complete the CAPTCHA test at the bottom of the page. Once your message has been approved, click "Submit" and check your email for a response in the coming weeks.
    • While Dr. Oz may respond to your inquiry, it is never a guarantee. He may hand the question over to the site manager if he doesn't have time.
    • To submit your question, you must agree to the website's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use
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Contacting The Dr. Oz Show

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    Visit the "Do You Need Dr. Oz's Help?" page on the Dr. Oz website. Dr. Oz welcomes everyone to submit their story for a chance to be featured on the show.
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    Enter all of your contact information in the required boxes. Fill out the contact information boxes on the submission page. Include your full name, email address, phone number, mailing address, age, and ethnicity. If you'd prefer not to share your ethnicity, you can choose "Rather not say."
    • Check the information you supplied several times to make sure Dr. Oz can contact you.
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    Share your story in the "Response" box. Include any relevant information about your perspective and why your story belongs on the show in about 500-1000 words. Once you've finished writing, check your response several times to make sure you didn't leave out relevant information.
    • Watch a few episodes of The Dr. Oz Show first to familiarize yourself with what kinds of stories the show features.
    • You might, for example, tell your story about recovering from eating disorders and the unique perspective you bring to body positivity.
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    Upload a relevant photo for your story. Dr. Oz requires all submissions to include a photo. Scroll down to "Upload Your Photo," click on "File," and select either a recent photo or a photo that best represents your story.
    • If you're submitting a story about fighting heart disease, for example, you could include a photo from treatment or recovery.
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    Submit your story and wait for a response. Once you're satisfied with your response, click on "Submit" and check your email for a response in the coming months. If Dr. Oz is interested in your story, he'll use your contact information to reach out.
    • Submitting your question implies that you agree to the website's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
    • The Dr. Oz Show may only respond to your message if they're interested in your story. If you don't receive a response after several months to a year, you can always submit your story again.
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Warnings

  • Avoid contacting Dr. Oz every day in the hopes of getting a response. Spamming Dr. Oz with messages may make him less likely to respond.
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