STAT December 17, 2024
Theresa Gaffney

Good morning! I just learned in Lizzy Lawrence’s great profile of Marty Makary that the TV show “The Resident” is based on his book about the medical system. I’ve never seen the show, due to my dislike for a character the lead actor plays in a completely different series, but perhaps now is the time to check it out.

Which version of Marty Makary will run the FDA?

Some people see Trump’s pick to lead the FDA as a truth-teller and independent thinker with a deep respect for science. Others consider him a contrarian for contrarian’s sake who too often opines on matters outside of his expertise. Marty Makary got his start as a surgeon trying to raise awareness about...

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