Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Surgeon General, has been embroiled in controversy due to a tragic incident from her childhood. At the age of 13, Nesheiwat accidentally shot and killed her father, Ben Nesheiwat, with a .38-calibre handgun stored in a fishing tackle box . The incident occurred in their family home in Orlando, Florida, when Nesheiwat was attempting to retrieve scissors .
Despite this dark past, Nesheiwat has built a reputation as a medical expert on Fox News, often sharing how her father’s untimely death inspired her career in medicine . However, her memoir, “Beyond The Stethoscope,” fails to mention her involvement in his death .
Nesheiwat’s medical education has also been scrutinized, with some questioning the standards of the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, where she earned her medical degree . Critics argue that Caribbean medical schools often have more flexible admissions standards than US-based institutions .
Despite these controversies, Nesheiwat has been recognized for her achievements, including her work as a Fox News contributor and entrepreneur who owns a vitamin company . If confirmed, she would lead the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, overseeing 6,000 officers dedicated to protecting and promoting public health nationwide .
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