Trump Nominates Dr. Casey Means as Surgeon General After Initial Pick Withdraws

 

Trump Nominates Dr. Casey Means as Surgeon General After Initial Pick Withdraws

In a major shift, former President Donald Trump nominated Dr. Casey Means as the U.S. Surgeon General, changing his first pick, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat. After Nesheiwat withdrew because of concerns about her medical background, the change was made.

A New Voice for Health in America

Dr. Means will collaborate closely with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to help carry out the administration's ambitious health goals, Trump announced on Truth Social.

In order to successfully implement our agenda to reverse the Chronic Disease Epidemic and secure Great Health, in the future, for ALL Americans, Trump said, "She will work closely with our wonderful Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr."

From Stanford to Functional Medicine

Stanford-educated doctor Dr. Casey Means is now a well-known wellness and holistic health advocate. She left Oregon Health & Science University before completing her surgical residency, where she started her medical career. She turned to functional medicine after becoming unhappy with the way traditional medicine handled chronic illnesses. She also co-founded Levels Health, a business that uses constant glucose monitoring to assist people in monitoring and controlling their blood sugar levels.

In addition, Means is a best-selling author. She co-wrote Good Energy, a book that promotes nutrition and preventative health while criticizing the pharmaceutical and processed food corporations, with her brother Calley Means, a significant advisor to Secretary Kennedy.

Controversial Views and Growing Influence

In addition to voicing reservations about certain vaccines and the existing vaccination schedule, Means has regularly voiced doubt about the power of pharmaceutical companies. Additionally, she has criticized the FDA, pointing out what she calls "systemic corruption."

She participated in a high-profile discussion on American health and nutrition last year, which was put together by Republican Sen. Ron Johnson, showing her growing image in the wellness and politics. Other notable people who supported the Trump administration's Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda, such as Secretary Kennedy and Dr. Marty Makary, were also present at the event.

Looking Ahead

Dr. Casey Means' selection as Surgeon General marks a shift in national health policy toward a more thorough, lifestyle-focused approach. If approved, her leadership has an opportunity to change the way the federal government deals with wellness programs, chronic illness, and consumer trust in healthcare facilities.