Dr Brad McKay
Doctor, Author, TV Presenter, Media Commentator and Keynote Speaker
Dr Brad McKay is an Australian GP, author, and media personality, best known as host of Embarrassing Bodies Down Under. An expert in evidence-based medicine, wellness, and critical thinking, he translates complex health topics into practical advice with humour and relatability. Brad is also a highly sought-after keynote speaker and MC, inspiring audiences with insight, charm, and positivity.
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Dr Brad McKay is a distinguished medical practitioner, author, and sought-after media personality. Best known as host of Embarrassing Bodies Down Under, Brad is one of Australia’s leading voices in health, wellness, and evidence-based medicine.
His media career spans regular appearances on The Today Show (Channel 9), The Drum (ABC), Insight (SBS), ABC Radio, and hosting Catalyst (ABC), alongside podcasts and webinars for healthcare professionals. Brad is celebrated for cutting through misinformation and translating complex medical topics into practical, relatable advice. His book, Fake Medicine: Exposing the wellness crazes, cons, and quacks costing us our health, reinforces his commitment to critical thinking and evidence-based medicine.
Brad is also a highly sought-after MC and keynote speaker, combining humour, charm, and storytelling with professional insight to inspire, inform, and entertain audiences of all sizes.
Originally from New Zealand, Brad completed his medical degree at Monash University in Melbourne, holds a Fellowship in General Practice, and a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Sydney. He currently works as a General Practitioner in Sydney, with interests in holistic healthcare, chronic and complex care, mental health, sexual health, HIV medicine, and medicinal cannabis. He also serves as National Medical Director for Removery, Vice President of Australian Skeptics Inc., and sits on the Editorial Board of The Medical Republic.
