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. 2016 Aug 20;10(6):401-405.
doi: 10.1177/1559827616661694. eCollection 2016 Nov-Dec.

Optimizing Lifestyle Medicine Health Care Delivery Through Enhanced Interdisciplinary Education

Camille A Clarke  1   2   3   4   5   6 , John Frates  1   2   3   4   5   6 , Elizabeth Pegg Frates  1   2   3   4   5   6
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Optimizing Lifestyle Medicine Health Care Delivery Through Enhanced Interdisciplinary Education

Camille A Clarke et al. Am J Lifestyle Med. .

Abstract

While few may argue about the importance of healthy lifestyle choices on the effects of chronic health conditions, many would highlight the challenge that its practical integration poses in daily clinical practice. The field of lifestyle medicine aims to assist individuals and communities to adopt and sustain healthy behaviors. It is a powerful yet often underutilized tool. This article illustrates the importance of joint multidisciplinary efforts in the effective practice of lifestyle medicine. Furthermore it stresses the importance of equipping healthcare providers with the tools and education necessary to deliver consistent, and high quality holistic care.

Keywords: health behavior; lifestyle medicine; medical student; primary care; residency education; shared decision making.

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