Press Announcements > Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on FDA activities related to the ongoing post-market review of Essure and FDA’s commitment to keep women informed

Press Announcements > Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on FDA activities related to the ongoing post-market review of Essure and FDA’s commitment to keep women informed



Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on FDA activities related to the ongoing post-market review of Essure and FDA’s commitment to keep women informed

Some of my most important time as Commissioner is spent speaking directly to patients and their families about significant health issues that affect their lives, from the devastating opioid crisis to the current flu season. Overseeing a wide array of medical products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration plays a vital role in providing consumers with up-to-date, evidence-based information to help them make the most informed medical decisions. The products we regulate touch people’s lives in meaningful ways. Continue reading.