The Cable News Network here on Tuesday reported that CNN’s chief medical correspondent has been approached by Barack Obama; newly elected president of United States. It is said that Obama has offered Gupta to act as America’s next surgeon general.

Dr. Gupta has not been seen for some time on CNN. It is told by CNN that the channel prevented Dr. Gupta from reporting on the channel. His prohibited works include commenting health care policy that the new government designs, since the intended appointment was learnt.

Dr. Gupta writes columns for Time magazine, contributes his reports to CBS and hosts a program ‘House Call’ on CNN. Currently he is working as faculty in Atlanta’s Emory University School of Medicine. He in past, has been a frequenter to White House. Gupta has also acted as the then-first lady Hillary Clinton’s special advisor.

Although this post has no special influences on policy making, yet it can be used effectively. Examples can be taken from the previous surgeon generals who worked efficiently regarding aids, and fighting against tobacco.

The purpose behind approaching Gupta could be, to use a well known person to achieve such goals.

It has also been reported that the decision has not yet been finalized. This particular information was given by a democrat on conditions of discretion, as it is not officially permitted to disclose any official matters on their own.

Obama’s office has also been requested for comments, which is not yet answered.