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American Focus > Blog > Health and Wellness > Trump picks Bhattacharya, Covid lockdown skeptic, to run NIH
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Trump picks Bhattacharya, Covid lockdown skeptic, to run NIH

Last updated: November 28, 2024 5:34 am
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President-elect Trump has made a significant decision by selecting Stanford University professor Jay Bhattacharya to lead the National Institutes of Health, as announced by his transition team on Tuesday. If Bhattacharya is confirmed by the Senate, he will be responsible for implementing the ambitious goals set by the incoming Trump administration to reform the agency. The NIH, once a rare bipartisan point of agreement, has now entered a more contentious era.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump’s nominee for Health and Human Services secretary, has indicated his intention to replace hundreds of NIH employees on Trump’s first day in office. Additionally, RFK Jr. plans to shift the agency’s focus from infectious diseases to chronic conditions. Trump expressed his confidence in Bhattacharya and RFK Jr., stating that they would restore the NIH to a Gold Standard of Medical Research by addressing America’s most pressing health challenges, including chronic illness.

The NIH comprises 27 institutes and centers, covering a wide range of health areas such as cancer, aging, diabetes, heart disease, mental illness, and addiction. Bhattacharya’s appointment as the NIH director completes the major health positions filled in the second Trump administration, alongside other appointments like Mehmet Oz for CMS, Martin Makary for FDA, and David Weldon for CDC.

Bhattacharya, a Stanford University professor with a background in health policy and economics, has courted controversy with his research on Covid-19. His study on the seroprevalence of the virus and his involvement in the Great Barrington Declaration, advocating against broad lockdowns, have stirred debate within the scientific community. Apart from his Covid-19 work, Bhattacharya has researched health economics, HIV care costs, insurance markets, and the impact of technology on healthcare costs.

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With a diverse academic background and experience, Bhattacharya’s appointment to lead the NIH raises questions about how he will leverage his expertise in health economics to guide the agency. Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Bill Cassidy, have called for reforms at the NIH and expressed interest in Bhattacharya’s plans for the agency. As Bhattacharya prepares to take on this crucial role, his commitment to reforming American scientific and public health institutions post-Covid era is evident.

In a time of transition and change, Bhattacharya’s leadership at the NIH will shape the future of medical research and public health in the United States. His appointment signals a shift in priorities and a renewed focus on addressing the nation’s health challenges through innovative approaches and evidence-based solutions. As Bhattacharya steps into this role, the healthcare landscape awaits transformation under his guidance.

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