Personal Information Summary | |
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Name | Dr. Rachael Ross |
Dr. Rachael Ross Sister | Dr. Rebekah Ross |
Age / How old / Birthday / Date of Birth / DOB | As of 2024, she is around 49 years old. |
Wedding & Marriage / Husband / Engaged / Boyfriend / Partner | No confirmed information is available. |
Children / No of Kids | 1 |
Ethnicity / Origin / Heritage / Race | Black |
Nationality | American |
Why did Dr. Rachael Ross leave The Doctors? | She claimed that her contract was not renewed. |
Wikipedia Bio / Profile Background
Introduction :
- Dr. Rachael Ross is an American Board-certified Family Medicine physician and sexologist, who is best known for co-hosting the Emmy® Award-winning talk show, The Doctors, for three consecutive seasons.
- She practices medicine In her hometown of Gary, Indiana. She is also the face of Dr. Rachael Institute which offers certified courses on sexual coaching.
- Dr. Rachael is a published author of an intimacy and sexuality book titled ‘Down Right Feel Right – Outercourse: for Her & for Him.’
- She also contributes as a subject matter expert in magazines such as Cosmopolitan, Self and Real Health Magazine.
- Dr. Rachael is also a speaker at college campuses nationwide & also broadcasts over the radio.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Born in 1975, Dr. Rachel came from a family of doctors. She is one of five children born to parents – Ruthie Ross (mother) and Dr. David Ross (father).
- There is a strong history of medical doctors in her immediate family. They have a family practice, aptly named Ross Family Doctor’s Practice where her father and brother, Dr. Nathaniel Ross work alongside.
- Her mother is the office manager. Dr. Rachael has often been quoted saying how much she loves her family.
- Even her sister, Dr. Rebekah Ross, was also part of the family practice before she passed away in 2011 due to complications from sickle cell anemia.
- Rachael was very close to her sister. They started a mentoring program for girls in their hometown & were recognized by the National Council of Negro Women for their work. Dr. Rachael also named her daughter, Rebekkah, after her late sister.
Education : Qualifications, High School & College Info
- Dr Rachael first went to study anthropology at Vanderbilt University.
- Her calling to medicine must be strong because she switched fields, earning her M.D. from Meharry Medical College.
- She, later on, pursued her Ph.D. from the American Academy of Clinical Sexologists at Maimonides University.
Dr. Rachael Ross Baby Daughter :
- Dr, Rachael gave birth to her daughter Rebekkah Story Ross in March 2016. At birth, she weighed 8 pounds. The birth announcement was an Instagram post of her daughter’s tiny feet.
- Before giving birth, Dr. Rachael had outsourced the decoration of her baby’s nursery. It was painted in mellow pink and muted bling.
- In a nod to her heritage, Dr. Rachael had commissioned a custom art piece around the lyrics of the Black American National Anthem as a way of imparting strength and pride to her daughter.
- She opted for a natural birth, without painkillers or an epidural. She was terrified of giving birth after what happened with her sister and almost gave up on natural birth twice.
- Her doula, birthing partner, and gynecologist supported her throughout the process. When her baby daughter was born, Dr. Rachael said she just realized how strong women could be!
Travel Bug :
- Dr. Rachael is an avid traveler & her Instagram posts often show her traveling adventures worldwide. Her trip to China was the most fascinating – she was shown taking a photograph with terracotta warriors.
- During her trip to Havana, she had to seek medical advice due to an injury to her leg. Dr. Rachael commented on how superior the healthcare system is in Havana. She was charged only $60 for her consultation, tests, and scans while back home, she had to argue with her insurance providers to pay her hospital maternity bills.
- Dr. Rachael also travels often in the States. She took a solo road trip, driving a white Mustang on the southern highway. It was nothing but some music on the radio and on the open road. She found the scenery amazing and the experience nourishing.
Interesting Facts and Trivia :
- Dr. Rachael quotes Oprah as her inspiration.
- She was invited onto the Oprah Show when she just graduated from school with dreams of becoming a DJ.
- Meeting Oprah convinced her that she has what it takes to do anything with her life.
- Dr. Rachael dressed as Kermit the frog for Halloween in 2014 and she thinks Kilwin’s is the best ice cream in Chicago.
Career, Job, Salary and Net Worth :
- Jan 2005 – Present : Ross Family Doctors of Tatum, Gary,Indiana
- Aug 2013 – Jul 2016 : CBS, Co-Host of the Emmy Nominated Show The Doctors
- Mar 2009 – 2011 : Sexpert on Power92 Chicago, Crawford Broadcasting
- 2009 – 2011 : Women’s Health & Happiness Expert – WCIU TV, Chicago
- Jan 2008 – 2011 : Medical Director – Westville Correctional Center
- Aug 2009 – Feb 2010 : Health Contributor to Morning News, WGN-TV
- 2007 – 2009 : Medical & Health Commentary, Tavis Smiley Radio Show.
- Jun 2006 – Jun 2007 : Sex & Relationship Expert -B96 Chicago, CBS Radio
Social Media :
- Dr. Rachael has a strong presence online; on her website and her social media accounts.
- She uses all of these mediums to promote healthy sexuality and lifestyles, relationships, HIV/AIDS prevention, and vaccine safety.
- Her Twitter (now called X) account usually reflects her beliefs in diversity and inclusion. She tweets on social injustice and current affairs.
- Her Instagram account deals more win health issues – she posts short videos on healthy eating options and exercises. She also posts a lot about her daughter to the delight of her fans.
Body Figure / Physical Info
Rachael Ross Measurements :
- Eye Color : Brown
- Haircut / Hair Color : Black (dyed blonde)
- How tall / Height : No confirmed information is available.
- Rachael Ross Feet / Legs / Shoe Size : 8
- Pregnant? : Currently, she is not expecting a baby.
- Weight Loss : A few Google queries regarding this, but we couldn’t find anything conclusive on any of her social media.
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I received only one bottle nitric oxide last week. When can I expect the rest of my order. ?
Smoothie recipes and cost, please. I have been watching you for a few years, Dr. Rachael. I think you’re the best woman for a man in the whole world, because of your interest & knowledge. I am 64 white male 5’10” now gained 20 lbs in 1 wks.
I was diagnosed with Prurigo nodule (lichen simplex chronicus) with excoriation on November 11, 2022, and have been seen by several doctors I am still itching badly and have rashes on my body, especially my legs. I don’t know what else can be done for me, maybe you can help me?
Need a list of the smoothies and their cost?
Need a list of the smoothies and their cost?
Dr Nita Landry. I look forward to seeing Dr Landry on the Doctors Show. She is so knowledgeable in her field and she has answered so many of my questions. I wish she had a practice here in Los Angeles. Thank you Dr Landry for your expertise and I continue to see you each day.