Wellness Influencer Attia Sought Epstein's Help for Employees, Patients

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Peter Attia, a prominent wellness influencer, sought the help of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein when looking to hire employees and attract patients for his New York City medical clinic. Attia repeatedly pitched his expertise to Epstein, suggesting it could improve Epstein's sex life, and even asked if he and an employee could stay at one of Epstein's properties. Attia also expressed interest in helping Epstein live longer, "solely for the ladies, of course." The revelations raise questions about Attia's judgment and ethics in his professional dealings.

Why it matters

Attia's reliance on Epstein, a convicted sex offender, to help staff his clinic and find patients raises serious ethical concerns about Attia's judgment and the potential exploitation of vulnerable individuals. It also highlights how Epstein continued to leverage his wealth and influence even after his conviction, blurring the lines between his criminal activities and legitimate business dealings.

The details

According to email correspondence, Attia repeatedly pitched his medical expertise to Epstein, suggesting it could benefit Epstein's sex life. Attia also asked Epstein if he and an employee could stay at one of Epstein's properties while awaiting approval for a rental apartment. In one email, Attia told Epstein he would "love to add '5 years or more to your life ... even if the only reason to do so is to have more sex." Attia also asked Epstein if he was "interested in living longer (solely for the ladies, of course)?" Epstein responded by calling Attia a "valuable friend and resource" and said he could pay to be one of Attia's clients, though Attia's spokesperson said Epstein did not ultimately become a patient.

• In January 2016, Attia asked Epstein if he and an employee could stay at one of Epstein's properties.
• In February 2016, Attia told Epstein he would "love to add '5 years or more to your life ... even if the only reason to do so is to have more sex."
• In December 2017, Attia told Epstein: "I want to make 2018 the year we get serious about your health. Heart, brain, insulin resistance, body. If for no other reason, at least you can keep up with the 23-year=old [sic] beauties."

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