Toronto Longevity Guru’s Critique of Canadian Healthcare Surfaces in Epstein Files

Dr. Peter Attia, a prominent figure in the longevity movement, has found himself at the center of controversy following his name appearing over 1,800 times in the recently released Epstein files. Born in Toronto, Attia graduated from Queen’s University in 1996 and later earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine in 2001. Presently, he resides in Austin, Texas.

Critique of Canadian Healthcare

In a recent appearance on the Joe Lonsdale: American Optimist podcast, Attia expressed strong criticism of the Canadian healthcare system. He stated, “I don’t think it’s a great system. I wouldn’t want to live in Canada if my life depended on it.” This bold remark sparked discussion, especially coming from someone who has the means to access private healthcare in the U.S.

Career Highlights

Attia has built a reputation as a healthspan advocate, focusing on methods to prolong life through exercise, nutrition, and sleep. He hosts the podcast The Peter Attia Drive and authored the bestseller Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity, which has sold over three million copies.

Recent Developments

In January 2023, Attia was announced as a contributor for CBS News’ 60 Minutes. However, this news quickly became overshadowed by the release of the Epstein files, which included three million pages of content, 180,000 images, and 2,000 videos. Despite his name being linked to Epstein in numerous emails, Attia has denied any involvement in illegal activities.

Public Response and Controversy

In response to the allegations, Attia released a statement on X (formerly Twitter), clarifying that his interactions with Epstein were unrelated to any criminal behavior. He emphasized, “I was never on his plane, never on his island, and never present at any sex parties.”

• Attia emailed Epstein expressing interest in visiting his island.
• He also made a controversial remark about a low-carb diet in an email that sparked further scrutiny.
• Following the public backlash, CBS decided to pull his scheduled segment from 60 Minutes.

Despite the controversy, reports indicate that Attia will retain his position at CBS News, continuing his work in health and wellness advocacy.