Dr. Oz Net Worth Overview
Celebrity Net Worth estimates $300 million. His 2022 Senate financial disclosure revealed assets between $104-422 million, including over 400 individual accounts and holdings. A February 2025 government ethics report pegged his net worth between $98-332 million. The wide ranges reflect Senate disclosure requirements that list asset values in ranges rather than precise figures.
What distinguishes Oz among health guru net worth rankings is the combination of legitimate medical credentials (Harvard undergrad, Penn MD/MBA, Columbia professor) with media empire building and now political ambition. He owns approximately ten homes across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York City.
Who Is Dr. Mehmet Oz?
Mehmet Cengiz Öz was born June 11, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Turkish immigrant parents Suna and Mustafa. His father was also a physician, inspiring his medical career. Oz was raised in a mixed Muslim household and remains a practicing Muslim—he became the first Muslim candidate nominated by either major party for U.S. Senate.
His academic credentials are impeccable. He graduated from Harvard University in 1982 with a degree in biology, then earned both an MD and MBA from the University of Pennsylvania (Wharton School for business, Penn for medicine) in 1986. He completed surgical residency and became board-certified in cardiothoracic surgery.
Medical Career
In 1994, Oz founded the Cardiovascular Institute and Integrative Medicine Program at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. In 1997, he and colleagues at Columbia University patented the MitraClip device for minimally invasive mitral valve repair. He became a professor at Columbia University in 2001 and served as vice-chairman of the College of Physicians and Surgeons. He holds eight patents for medical innovations.
Family
Oz has been married to Lisa Lemole for 34 years. Their four children include television personality Daphne Oz. Lisa’s family owns Asplundh, a tree-trimming empire, adding to the family’s wealth. Her family’s connections provided the Pennsylvania address Oz used for his Senate campaign.
How Dr. Oz Makes Money
Oz’s revenue model evolved from surgeon to media personality to political figure, paralleling other physician-celebrities like Deepak Chopra. His trajectory demonstrates how medical credentials can be leveraged into media empire building.
The Dr. Oz Show (2009-2022)
Produced by Oprah Winfrey’s company, the show ran 13 seasons and won 10 Emmy Awards. At peak, it generated approximately $20 million annually. Hollywood Reporter revealed complex compensation arrangements including production ownership stakes. Oz ended the show to run for Senate, saying he gave up “the top health show in the world.”
Sharecare
In 2010, Oz co-founded this health and wellness company with Jeff Arnold (WebMD founder). The company connects users with health information and services. His Sharecare stake and connections to for-profit healthcare companies have raised conflict-of-interest concerns regarding his CMS nomination.
Books
Oz has authored multiple bestsellers, reportedly selling “probably 20 million books.” Titles cover health, diet, and wellness topics. Book advances and royalties contribute significantly to his wealth.
Speaking and Media
Corporate speaking engagements, television appearances, and endorsements. He was guest host on “Jeopardy!” His Senate disclosure revealed his compensation from various media activities.
Stock Holdings
His disclosure revealed millions in equities including Amazon, Microsoft, Google (Alphabet), and Nvidia. He holds stock in insurance companies that contract with Medicare—raising concerns about his CMS nomination. Holdings include interests in his wife’s family’s tree-trimming company Asplundh and convenience store chain Wawa.
Real Estate
Approximately ten properties: Primary home in Cliffside Park, NJ ($3 million estimated value, purchased 2000 for $750K); $18 million Palm Beach mansion (2015 purchase, $3.4M renovations); properties in New York City; cattle farm in Okeechobee, FL; commercial properties in NYC, Boston, and Florida. Real estate alone represents $20-50+ million.
Companies, Products, and Investments
Among doctors in the longevity and wellness space, Oz has built perhaps the most controversial business portfolio.
Sharecare Inc.
Health and wellness company co-founded 2010 with WebMD founder Jeff Arnold. The platform connects users with health resources. Oz’s continued stake creates potential conflicts with his CMS nomination since Sharecare has relationships with pharmaceutical companies including Novo Nordisk (Ozempic maker).
MitraClip Patent
Medical device for minimally invasive mitral valve repair, patented 1997 with Columbia colleagues. Represents legitimate medical innovation before his media career.
Columbia University Position
Professor and vice-chairman positions provided salary, credibility, and research access. Some colleagues called for his removal over controversial TV claims, though he maintained the position.
Media, Books, Shows, and Partnerships
Oz’s media trajectory parallels Andrew Huberman’s path from academic to media star, though Oz took the television route decades earlier.
Oprah Appearances
Oz made numerous appearances on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” starting mid-2000s, discussing weight loss, Botox, and anti-aging. These appearances built his audience before launching his own show.
The Dr. Oz Show
Oprah-produced daytime talk show (2009-2022). Topics ranged from diet and exercise to supplements and alternative treatments. Won 10 Emmy Awards. Ended when Oz pivoted to politics.
Political Career
2022 Pennsylvania Senate race: Lost to John Fetterman after investing $27 million personal funds. 2024: Nominated by Trump to lead CMS, overseeing Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA programs affecting 150+ million Americans.
Controversies and Criticisms
Congressional Testimony (2014)
Senators scolded Oz during a hearing over weight-loss products he promoted on television. He was accused of making claims not supported by scientific evidence.
Columbia Colleagues
Some colleagues at Columbia University called for his removal over claims made on his TV show that they considered irresponsible or lacking evidence.
Supplement Promotion
Oz was criticized for promoting dietary supplements with dubious claims. Scientific community members accused him of prioritizing ratings over responsible health information.
Hydroxychloroquine
During COVID-19, Oz promoted hydroxychloroquine as treatment, a claim later contradicted by major studies and rejected by mainstream medical consensus.
Animal Research Controversy
Reports emerged of over 300 dogs being euthanized during experiments in his research laboratory, drawing criticism from animal welfare advocates.
CMS Nomination Conflicts
His February 2025 ethics disclosure revealed holdings in for-profit healthcare companies he’d oversee if confirmed. He pledged to divest within three months of confirmation. Critics call his nomination “totally egregious” given his “deep ties to the private healthcare industry.”
Residency Concerns
His Senate campaign was criticized because he’d lived in New Jersey for 20+ years and didn’t buy Pennsylvania property until December 2021, voting via absentee ballot registered to his in-laws’ address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Oz’s net worth in 2026?
$100-300 million depending on source. Celebrity Net Worth says $300M. Senate disclosures revealed $104-422M in assets. February 2025 ethics filing showed $98-332M. Wide ranges reflect disclosure requirements using value ranges rather than precise figures.
Is Dr. Oz a real doctor?
Yes. Harvard undergrad (1982), Penn MD/MBA (1986), board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, Columbia professor, eight medical patents. However, critics argue his TV career prioritized entertainment over responsible medicine.
What happened to The Dr. Oz Show?
Oz ended the 13-season, 10-Emmy show in 2022 to run for Pennsylvania Senate. He lost to John Fetterman after spending $27 million personal funds.
Why was Dr. Oz nominated for CMS?
Trump nominated Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in 2024. If confirmed, he’d oversee programs covering 150+ million Americans. Critics cite conflicts of interest from his healthcare company holdings.
How many homes does Dr. Oz own?
Approximately ten properties across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, and New York City, including an $18 million Palm Beach mansion. For those interested in luxury wellness real estate, Oz’s portfolio represents the ultra-high-end market.
Sources
- Celebrity Net Worth. “Dr. Mehmet Oz Net Worth.” December 2024. celebritynetworth.com
- Yahoo Finance/GOBankingRates. “Dr. Oz’s Net Worth and How He Made His Money.” December 2024. finance.yahoo.com
- TheStreet. “Dr. Oz’s net worth: The Trump Medicare appointee’s wealth in 2025.” February 2025. thestreet.com
- Parade. “Dr. Oz’s Net Worth in 2026.” parade.com
- Hollywood Reporter. “Dr. Oz Net Worth and Talk Show Pay Revealed in Senate Disclosure.” April 2022. hollywoodreporter.com
- WESA. “Oz reports at least $100M in assets.” April 2022. wesa.fm
- AP News/PNHP. “Dr. Mehmet Oz holds millions from companies he’d wield power over.” February 2025. pnhp.org
- Crix Society. “Dr. Oz Net Worth 2024.” November 2024. crix11.org