About Dr. Matt Iseman

• Licensed physician, Emmy Award winning Host and professional comedian who shares his “prescription for laughs”
• Honors graduate of Princeton University and the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons
• Host of NBC’s American Ninja Warrior & seen on the new Celebrity Apprentice
• Cancer survivor who lives with Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Host of NBC’s American Ninja Warrior & winner of the new Celebrity Apprentice

Regularly entertaining audiences from all areas of healthcare with the skills of a professional comedian and the experience of a medical doctor who knows what it’s like to be on both sides of the stethoscope, Dr. Matt Iseman finds humor in an industry that too often forgets the importance of laughter.

An honors graduate of Princeton University and the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dr. Iseman headed home to the University of Colorado for a residency in Internal Medicine. Now based out of Los Angeles, he is a licensed physician and a professional comedian who captivates audiences from all walks of life with his hilarious presentations that revolve around his real-life experiences as a physician.

Combining an energetic, charismatic stage presence with incisive material, Dr. Iseman skewers topics from lunchtime conferences on morbidity and mortality to “pager duels” to malpractice woes and he also tackles his own struggles with chronic illness in the form of Rheumatoid Arthritis and a bout with cancer. Always hilarious and ever respectful of the profession, he has performed for hospital meetings, medical conferences and pharmaceutical company events from coast to coast, reminding healthcare professionals that, while laughter may not cure diseases, it can make them a little less painful.

Audiences may recognize Dr. Iseman as the host of “American Ninja Warrior,” one of the top shows of the summer, or from the new Celebrity Apprentice. With over 15 years hosting Television shows and headlining comedy clubs and corporate events, you’ll be hard pressed to find a more experienced speaker.

For Healthcare Professionals

Physician, Heal Thyself
As a fellow member of the healthcare community, I know all too well the challenges inherent in the medical field… challenges that contribute to the pressure of an already stressful environment. But everyone needs a little laughter in their lives, especially in a profession that too often forgets to laugh.

First, Do No Harm
Anyone who is a doctor, who knows a doctor — or has even been to the doctor — will relate to my comedy. I have a unique ability to poke fun at medicine while always maintaining a healthy respect for the “most noble profession.”

Laughter is the Best Medicine
I originally became a doctor because I really believe that laughter is the best medicine. Now, I put that saying to the test every day – and clinical studies have shown that less than one percent of my jokes are placebos!

If your audience has any involvement in the medical field, make an appointment to have me at your next conference, meeting, or event. I’ll make sure that every audience member goes home with a healthy dose of my favorite medicine – laughter!

Looking forward to insuring the good health of your next meeting,
– Dr. Matt Iseman

A Laughing Matter: How Arthritis Took Me from Doctor to Patient to Person

Program Description
Before Dr. Matt Iseman started dispensing humorous one-liners as a professional comedian, he dispensed medicine as a licensed physician. But five years ago, soon after leaving his job as a doctor, he received a diagnosis that was anything but funny: He had Rheumatoid Arthritis. Since that diagnosis, he has been coping with RA while struggling to become one of the country’s top comedians. In this presentation, Dr. Iseman shares how the sense of humor and positive outlook that fuels his professional endeavors also helps him deal with life as a patient.

Audience
This presentation is ideal for patients of all ages dealing with chronic pain – especially the pain associated with arthritis – as well as for individuals who work in pain management environments and associations and/or organizations associated with arthritis and chronic pain.

Format
This presentation is available as a keynote/general session program only, with the length of the presentation approximately 30-45 minutes.

Events
This presentation is applicable to a variety of events, including patient and caregiver conferences, medical staff meetings, nursing conferences, physician meetings, awards dinners, annual conferences, and holiday parties.

Customization
Prior to his appearance, Dr. Iseman will make every effort to tailor the presentation so that it speaks directly to the needs and expectations of your audience.