Is Dr Mike Varshavski Russian?

Is Dr Mike Varshavski Russian?

Emigrating from Russia to New York at the age of 6, Doctor Mike grew up to pursue his medical degree at the New York Institute of Technology with a B.S. in Life Sciences and a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine with honors by the age of 24.

What is Doctor Mike’s first language?

His family moved to America from Russia for his father to practice medicine when he was just 6 years old. In kindergarten, he only spoke Russian.

Why did Mike Varshavski shave his head?

Varshavski’s commitment to cancer research began in his first year of medical school when his mother died from leukemia. Since then he has shaved his head for St. Baldrick’s children’s cancer organization and led Team Doctor Mike in the Susan G. Komen Greater NYC Race for the Cure.