Dr. Patel, a pioneer in lifestyle medicine, has been appointed as the new president of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM). She is known for her innovative approaches to using lifestyle medicine to treat, reverse, and prevent chronic diseases. Her leadership has resulted in successful programs that focus on Intensive Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (ITLC) both in-person and virtually, leading to significant cost savings in employee health initiatives.
Dr. Patel believes that lifestyle medicine is the key to addressing the crisis of chronic disease in the U.S. healthcare system. She emphasizes the importance of a patient-centered, whole-person approach that focuses on restoring health rather than just managing symptoms. Lifestyle medicine, which includes factors such as nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, social connections, and avoiding risky substances, offers a sustainable solution to the problems of the current “sick care” system.
As the president of ACLM, Dr. Patel will continue to advocate for the integration of lifestyle medicine into healthcare systems and promote its use in treating conditions like cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. She brings years of experience in internal medicine and a passion for promoting the benefits of plant-based nutrition within her community.
ACLM, the leading medical professional society in the field of lifestyle medicine, aims to transform healthcare delivery by focusing on lifestyle interventions to address chronic conditions. Dr. Patel’s appointment comes during ACLM’s 20th anniversary, a period of growth and momentum for the organization and the field of lifestyle medicine.
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