Monica Bertagnolli, M.D., appointed as new NIH leader

Monica M. Bertagnolli, M.D., has become the 17th director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), making her the first surgeon and second woman to hold the position. Nominated by President Biden and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Dr. Bertagnolli previously served as the director of the National Cancer Institute. Her key priorities as NIH director include increasing diversity in clinical trials, leveraging commonalities across diseases for cross-cutting research, and restoring trust in science. Dr. Bertagnolli aims to ensure equitable access to healthcare and inspire the next generation of doctors and scientists.