President Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Janette Nesheiwat as the subsequent U.S. Surgeon Normal, describing her as “a fierce advocate for preventive drugs” and a “devoted chief” in public well being.
Trump’s announcement celebrates Nesheiwat’s in depth medical expertise, her work on the entrance strains throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and her dedication to empowering Individuals to take cost of their well being.
Trump mentioned in a press launch:
“I’m proud to announce that Dr. Janette Nesheiwat would be the Nation’s Physician as the US Surgeon Normal. Dr. Nesheiwat is a double board-certified Medical Physician with an unwavering dedication to saving and treating hundreds of American lives.
Dr. Nesheiwat is a fierce advocate and robust communicator for preventive drugs and public well being. She is dedicated to making sure that Individuals have entry to inexpensive, high quality healthcare, and believes in empowering people to take cost of their well being to reside longer, more healthy lives.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, she labored on the entrance strains in New York Metropolis treating hundreds of Individuals and helped sufferers within the aftermath of President Donald Trump’s Historic Operation Warp Pace that saved tons of of tens of millions of lives.
Her experience and management have been pivotal throughout a number of the most difficult Healthcare crises of our time. Dr. Janette offered on-the-ground medical remedy to Individuals within the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the Joplin tornadoes. She can be a member of Samaritan’s Purse Catastrophe Help, Aid Group, and has offered lifesaving care throughout crises in Morocco, Haiti, and Poland.
A proud graduate of the College of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Dr. Nesheiwat’s journey started with humble roots as one among 5 youngsters raised by a widowed immigrant mom who labored as a nurse. Impressed by her mom’s resilience and compassion, Dr. Nesheiwat pursued a lifetime of service, remodeling her deep-seated want to assist others right into a distinguished medical profession.
Dr. Nesheiwat will play a pivotal function in MAKING AMERICA HEALTHY AGAIN!”
Dr. Nesheiwat responded with gratitude and a pledge of service.
“I’m deeply honored and humbled by this nomination to function Surgeon Normal of the US. Thanks, Mr. President, in your belief. I pledge to work tirelessly to advertise well being, encourage hope, and serve our nation with dedication and compassion,” she wrote.
I’m deeply honored and humbled by this nomination to function Surgeon Normal of the US. Thanks, Mr. President, in your belief. I pledge to work tirelessly to advertise well being, encourage hope, and serve our nation with dedication and compassion @realDonaldTrump #MAHA pic.twitter.com/anKuzkYNcz
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) November 23, 2024
Whereas Trump’s base largely respects Dr. Nesheiwat’s {qualifications}, many conservatives are elevating considerations about her earlier assist for COVID-19 vaccines.
Resurfaced social media posts reveal that she as soon as inspired Individuals to get vaccinated and boosted throughout the pandemic.
Pleased Thanksgiving! Be secure & defend your self this thanksgiving vacation. Flu shot, booster shot, first shot and so forth. If you happen to’re not but vaccinated, get examined earlier than gatherings to reduce unfold. @foxnews @AnitaJVogel #vaccine #safety #health #Thanksgiving #family pic.twitter.com/x4sduS8nvy
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) November 24, 2021
This message has drawn sharp criticism from vaccine-skeptical conservatives who view mandates and widespread vaccine advocacy as an overreach. Nonetheless, Dr. Nesheiwat’s current statements point out a big shift in her perspective.
To her credit score, Dr. Nesheiwat has since adjusted her stance as extra information grew to become accessible. She criticized the Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention (CDC) for its dealing with of the vaccine’s rollout and mandates, significantly its affect on youngsters.
Pfizer pulls FDA request for Covid vaccine for teenagers underneath 5. Good. How can or not it’s accredited with out information https://t.co/BaQ7zTm95j
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) February 11, 2022
“If CDC approves a COVID vaccine addition to the routine schedule of vax for teenagers, it would mark essentially the most egregious unethical & dangerous choice to youngsters. No mandates. Particularly for a vax that may’t stop illness.”
If CDC approves a covid vaccine addition to the routine schedule of vax for teenagers, it would mark essentially the most egregious unethical & dangerous choice to youngsters. No mandates. Particularly for a vax that may’t stop illness. Might God give them the knowledge & braveness to vote appropriately.
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) October 20, 2022
Dr. Nesheiwat has additionally questioned the vaccine’s efficacy in stopping transmission:
“COVID vax doesn’t stop illness like we as soon as thought it did per the CDC / Pfizer and so forth.”
She additionally wrote, “An enormous mistake. The CDC allowed us sick medical doctors/nurses to work whereas covid+ constructive however you might be penalizing those that have already got pure immunity figuring out the present vaccine doesn’t cease transmission or acquisition of covid.”
An enormous mistake. The CDC allowed us sick medical doctors/nurses to work whereas covid+ constructive however you might be penalizing those that have already got pure immunity figuring out the present vaccine doesn’t cease transmission or acquisition of covid. https://t.co/JoK1CbCovP
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) July 8, 2022
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Agree. “Oh you’ll solely have gentle signs” shouldn’t be sufficient anymore for me , how about no signs and no illness and lets get a greater vaccine..
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) December 20, 2021
Well being officers plan to debate Pfizer vaccine stroke findings on Jan 26. That’s in 2 weeks! Solutions are wanted not in 2 weeks. Maybe seniors who simply had Pfizer vax want a blood thinner ie aspirin for 21 days. However this will’t be really useful till extra information is disclosed.
— Dr Janette Nesheiwat (@DoctorJanette) January 14, 2023