Martin A. Makary
Martin A. Makary is an American physician, author, and public health expert known for his work in the field of health policy and medical ethics. He serves as a professor of surgery at Johns Hopkins University and is a prominent advocate for healthcare reform. Recently, he was in the news for his role as the new commissioner of the FDA, where he announced a significant shift in U.S. drug development policy aimed at reducing reliance on animal testing in favor of more effective and humane alternatives, such as artificial intelligence and human-based models.
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Recent news mentions
FDA Commissioner Martin A. Makary sent a letter to his colleagues last week to draw their attention to what he called a 'dangerous and growing health trend' facing the nation and young people.
FDA head raises alarm on 'gas station heroin' impact on youth
United States· 2025-05-13
FDA Commissioner Martin A. Makary commented on the paradigm shift in drug evaluation to reduce animal use.
PETA, animal rights groups praise Trump admin for bucking animal testingUnited States· 2025-04-13
Martin A. Makary is the new commissioner of the FDA who announced a shift towards reducing animal testing in drug development.
Sperimentazione animale, svolta negli Usa. La Fda: «Sempre meno test, oggi esistono metodi più efficaci»
Italy· 2025-04-12