Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appoints eight new members to federal preventive care panel
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. named eight new experts to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force in Washington on Thursday.
New specialists replace generalists
The newly appointed group includes specialists in clinical nutrition, gastroenterology, oncology, and health insurance finance. This composition marks a shift from the previous panel, which consisted mainly of generalists to avoid prioritizing specific medical areas. Seth Corey serves as the new chair after replacing Michael Silverstein.
Previous vacancies and firings
The independent body had at least eight vacancies before this appointment following term expirations and departures. Two vice chairs were terminated in letters sent on May 11 due to a review of current appointments. The panel has not met for more than a year after meetings were canceled.
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