Richard H. Carmona

About the Author

Richard H. Carmona, MD, MPH, FACS, is a distinguished surgeon, public health leader, and former U.S. Surgeon General whose career spans military service, emergency medicine, and national health policy. He is widely recognized for advancing integrative approaches that combine conventional and evidence-based complementary therapies to promote wellness and disease prevention. As an author and educator, Carmona translates complex medical research into accessible guidance for clinicians and the public, emphasizing lifestyle, nutrition, and preventive strategies. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to improving population health through innovation, education, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.