"In a surprising move, former President Trump has chosen Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Known for his TV show 'The Dr. Oz Show', Oz is also a well-known physician. The pick might come as a shock to some, given that Oz lost the 2022 Senate race in Pennsylvania. But Trump has had Oz in his sights for a while — first naming him to the Presidential Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition, and then reappointing him.

Oz gained fame alongside Oprah Winfrey and his TV show has reached millions. But his views on certain topics, like the COVID-19 treatment hydroxychloroquine, have sparked debate. Interestingly, before his Senate run, Oz supported health insurance mandates and even promoted Obamacare, which is unusual for a Republican candidate.

Oz isn't without controversy. His support for alternative medicines has earned him criticism from the medical community. In 2015, physicians at Columbia University expressed dismay over his faculty position. And in 2014, he faced scolding from senators over promoting weight-loss products on his show.

Will Oz's TV personality and medical background help or hinder his new role? Only time will tell. "

Trump Taps Dr. Oz for Medicare and Medicaid Role

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