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EPISODE · Apr 27, 2026 · 1 MIN

#OTD: Vincent Porter Made Medical History

from AURN News · host Clay Cane

On April 27, 1968, Dr. Vincent Porter became the first Black physician board-certified in plastic surgery, marking a historic milestone in medicine. His career spanned leadership, mentorship and groundbreaking achievements that helped shape the field. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Vincent Porter made history in 1968 as the first Black board-certified plastic surgeon.

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