President-elect Trump has announced his picks for FDA commissioner, CDC director, and surgeon general. Marty Makary, an outspoken critic of the medical system, is nominated for FDA commissioner with a focus on addressing harmful chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Dave Welton, a physician questioning vaccine safety, is the planned nominee for CDC director with a goal to reform the agency. Janette Nesheiwat, a medical doctor, is nominated for surgeon general without a history of criticizing vaccines. Makary’s criticisms of the FDA during the pandemic have raised concerns about his leadership. Subscribe to STAT+ for more exclusive content.
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D.C. Diagnosis: Trump health care leadership team of Makary, Dr. Oz
