Martin Makary appointed as FDA commissioner

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Dr. Martin Makary, a surgeon from Johns Hopkins, as the new Food and Drug Administration commissioner. Trump stated that the FDA has lost the trust of Americans and is not properly regulating harmful chemicals in the food supply and drugs, leading to a Childhood Chronic Disease Epidemic. Makary, who has a background in public health and advocacy for physician-led initiatives like The Surgical Checklist, will work alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated as health secretary, to address these issues. The FDA is responsible for ensuring the safety of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, and the nation’s food supply. Makary, born in England and educated in the United States, is known for his work at Johns Hopkins and as a recipient of the Nobility in Science Award. He currently leads research efforts in Evidence-Based Medicine and Public Policy at Johns Hopkins. Overall, Trump’s choice of Makary as the new FDA commissioner reflects his commitment to addressing public health concerns and restoring trust in the agency.

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