Tracy Beth Høeg has emerged as a prominent figure in the medical community following the Covid-19 pandemic. Prior to 2020, she specialized in sports medicine for ultramarathon runners. However, her career took a new direction as she became known for challenging school closures, mask mandates, and the approval of booster shots for children.
Her outspoken views and contrarian stance on Covid-related policies have garnered attention, leading to her recent appointment to a key role at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In her new position, she will be working closely with two other prominent figures in the medical field who share similar views on Covid protocols — Marty Makary, the FDA’s commissioner, and Vinay Prasad, the head of a key center.
One of Høeg’s primary responsibilities in her new role at the FDA will be advising on vaccine-related matters. Her expertise and unique perspective are expected to bring valuable insights to the agency’s decision-making process.
As Høeg transitions into her new role, she continues to challenge conventional wisdom and advocate for alternative approaches to managing the ongoing pandemic. Her appointment reflects a broader trend of bringing diverse viewpoints to the forefront of public health discussions.
For the full story on Tracy Beth Høeg’s journey and her new role at the FDA, you can read the exclusive article on STAT+.
