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LEARNING OUTCOMES
Recognize the importance of discussing nutrition with patients to prevent and manage chronic diseases.
Apply effective communication strategies to discuss nutrition with patients.
Learn practical solutions to communication challenges from a leading practicing physician.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Nutrition is a key factor in preventing and managing chronic diseases. Research shows that physician communication about nutrition plays a vital role in improving patient health outcomes, yet physicians often face barriers like limited time and lack of training when discussing diet with patients. This course will outline practical strategies for effective nutrition conversations and discuss examples of effective nutrition communication with patients. By integrating these approaches into routine care, physicians can empower patients to make sustainable dietary changes that improve overall health outcomes.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION
Nutrition Communication for Diabetes Prevention
Presented by:
Instructor
Marissa Burgermaster (Ph.D)
Brandon Altillo (MD, MPH)
Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Target audience
Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Residents, and other healthcare team members
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the importance of discussing nutrition with patients to prevent and manage chronic diseases.
- Apply effective communication strategies to discuss nutrition with patients.
- List practical solutions to common communication challenges.
Speaker's Disclosures
Marissa Burgermaster, PhD, faculty for this educational activity has disclosed that she is an author and receives royalties from UpToDate®/Wolters Kluwer.
All of the relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
Planners' Disclosures
None of the planners and other speakers for this educational activity, have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
The Texas AM University Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Texas AM University Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This course has been designated by the Texas AM University Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine for one hour of education in medical ethics and professional responsibility.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
You must first complete the internet module AND complete the CME evaluation prior to receiving CME credit.
Time to complete this module: 60 minutes
Original release date: 01/30/2026
End date: 01/30/2028
*CME is not available after the end date