Exploring UTSW's Food as Medicine Program in Physician Education
Revolutionizing Physician Training
The Food as Medicine program at UT Southwestern (UTSW) is pioneering a significant shift in how medical education addresses nutrition. This initiative incorporates hands-on nutrition and cooking classes into the curriculum, ensuring future physicians are well-versed in the role of food in health management.
Curricular Innovations
- Integration of practical cooking skills
- Emphasis on evidence-based nutrition education
- Enhanced patient engagement techniques
Through this approach, UTSW aims to provide a holistic education that emphasizes the connection between diet and health outcomes. Students learn not only how to educate patients about nutrition but also how to prescribe dietary modifications effectively.
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