Dr. Casey Means, a physician known for her strong advocacy of root-cause medicine and metabolic health, is now in the national spotlight. President Donald Trump is expected to nominate her as the next U.S. Surgeon General, with backing from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This move signals a possible shift in the nation’s approach to healthcare, focusing more on prevention and lifestyle-based medicine.
Means has long championed a model of health that goes beyond conventional treatment. With a background in functional medicine and a track record of speaking against ultra-processed foods and sedentary lifestyles, she promotes a vision of health that’s proactive, not reactive. Her work has emphasized the importance of metabolic wellness, digital health tracking, and the role of nutrition in preventing chronic disease.
Her potential nomination comes at a time when public trust in mainstream healthcare is being reexamined. Supporters say her perspective could help modernize public health policy and empower individuals with more control over their well-being. Critics, however, worry that her approach may clash with existing institutional frameworks. Regardless, Dr. Means is quickly becoming a voice to watch in the national health conversation.