Dr Oscar is passionate about the fusion of medicine and media, expertly picking apart the complex science to reveal the human story that hides behind every disease or condition

Oscar recently presented How the nhs changed our world, bbc1, celebrating the nhs' 70th birthday, and DR GOogle, ITV TOnight - investigating the role technology plays in health diagnosis today.

Last year he embarked on a personal journey to Tanzania. here he explored the shocking truth behind how people with albinism are treated, in the insightful and harrowing documentary Born Too white for BBC2. The programme raised awareness of the daily discrimination the locals face, often resulting in mutilation and in extreme cases, murder. Their body parts are believed to harvest magical healing powers, made into potions by ‘witch doctors’ then sold on to wealthy professionals for a small fortune.

Oscar co-hosts The Surgery on BBC Radio 1 and featured in Channel 4’s hit documentary series 24 Hours in A&E, bringing his combination of humour, intelligence and warmth to our screens he has also appeared on BBC Breakfast, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 4.

Born with the genetic condition of Albinism, Oscar understands first hand the challenges faced by patients with disease and disability. Showing that charm, determination and drive can get you anywhere, he believes medicine should empower those with disease to achieve their ultimate goals and surpass their wildest dreams. Oscar is a dynamic and inspirational speaker at both schools and conferences and is delighted to be a jeans for genes ambassador.