Dr. Casey Means: Trump’s Pick for US Surgeon General

President Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Casey Means to serve as the next U.S. Surgeon General, following the withdrawal of his previous nominee, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat. Dr. Means is a prominent figure in the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) movement, championed by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Background and Education

Dr. Means graduated from Stanford University in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in human biology and earned her medical degree from Stanford School of Medicine in 2014. She initially pursued a residency in otolaryngology (head and neck surgery) at Oregon Health and Science University, but left the program in 2018. She currently does not hold an active medical license.

Make America Healthy Again Movement

Dr. Means has become a leading voice within the MAHA movement, working closely with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She and her brother, Calley Means, co-authored the book “Good Energy: the Surprising Connection Between Glucose, Metabolism, and Limitless Health” in 2024. Dr. Means is also the co-founder of Levels, a health-tech company.

Trump’s Nomination and Kennedy’s Influence

President Trump stated that he nominated Dr. Means based on the recommendation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He initially did not know Dr. Means personally, but he expressed confidence in her abilities, stating, “I think she’ll be great.” Trump announced that Dr. Means has “impeccable ‘MAHA’ credentials.”

Role in Kennedy’s Presidential Campaign

Dr. Means and her brother, Calley, served as advisors to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. During his 2024 presidential campaign, assisting with negotiations that led to his endorsement of Donald Trump.