Creating a Lifestyle Medicine Center: From Concept to Clinical Practice

The book "Creating a Lifestyle Medicine Center" is a comprehensive guide that bridges the gap between theory and practice by providing detailed information on the development and creation of a Lifestyle Medicine Center, whether independently or as part of an established medical program or department. It covers the rationale for creating a center, the physical facility, program structure, and key players, as well as case studies of successful centers across the country. The book emphasizes the importance of lifestyle medicine in managing chronic disease and its adverse effects on health, economics, and quality of life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 378 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Building upon the groundbreaking work of Lifestyle Medicine (2016), this unique and comprehensive new book seamlessly bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering invaluable insights into the real-world development and establishment of a Lifestyle Medicine Center, whether as an independent entity or as an integral part of an established medical program or department.

In Part One, the foundation is laid by establishing the rationale behind creating a Lifestyle Medicine Center, as well as the significant medical and economic burdens it aims to alleviate. The construction of the physical facility, encompassing every intricate detail of the program and its key stakeholders, is meticulously covered in Part Two. This section spans from the structural aspects to the aesthetic considerations, including the use of informatics, the development of patient resources and educational tools, the latest technologies and applications, the roles of dietitians and exercise physiologists, inpatient consultations, the significance of community engagement, and much more.

Part Three presents case studies of existing and successful Lifestyle Medicine Centers across the United States, providing detailed descriptions of their history, development, programs, and challenges. Each chapter is supported with abundant figures, tables, and useful links to enhance understanding and accessibility.

The burden of chronic disease in the U.S. and worldwide continues to rise, exerting pervasive direct and indirect multi-scale adverse effects on health, well-being, economics, and quality of life. Despite the remarkable advancements in biomedical technology, the role of lifestyle medicine in managing chronic disease within a preventive care model remains paramount. However, there is a significant lack of relevant and effective education in lifestyle medicine. Translating theoretical concepts into actionable steps, exemplified through case studies with critical interpretations and problem-solving tools, Creating a Lifestyle Medicine Center serves as a invaluable resource for family and primary care practitioners alike.

Weight: 972g
Dimension: 279 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030480905
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020