Trump appoints Dr Janette Nesheiwat as next Surgeon General

thenews.com.pk — November 23, 2024 at 03:01 AM UTC

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Dr. Janette Nesheiwat as the next Surgeon General. Dr. Nesheiwat is a family medicine specialist and a contributor on Fox News, known for her advocacy in preventive medicine and public health. Trump highlighted her commitment to affordable healthcare and her experience treating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters. She has also worked with disaster relief organizations in various countries. This appointment continues Trump's trend of selecting individuals from Fox News for key positions. The role of Surgeon General focuses on health education and communication to improve public health.

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