(WASHINGTON, D.C.) The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) commends recent strides made by the Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education and U.S. medical schools toward integrating nutrition education into undergraduate medical curricula. Recognizing the pivotal role of nutrition in preventive medicine, ACPM underscores the significance of equipping medical students with formative tools to promote whole-person health as they build their own careers in medical practice.
“Including nutrition and preventive medicine into undergraduate medical education is necessary to build a well-rounded physician workforce,” stated ACPM President Ryung Suh, MD, MPH, FACPM. “We have the opportunity to do more — integrating prevention into all levels of medical training will cultivate a healthcare workforce poised to address today’s pressing health needs while creating a heathier America for tomorrow.”
ACPM remains unwavering in its commitment to promote efforts to prevent disease and incentivize wellness. Preventive medicine physicians, unique as the only specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to require training in both clinical medicine and public health, are well-prepared to address the nation’s staggering health issues and transform our health system to put prevention first.
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About ACPM:
The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) is a professional medical society representing approximately 2,000 physicians, dedicated to the practice of preventive medicine; improving the health and quality of life of individuals, families, communities, and populations through disease prevention and health promotion. For more information about ACPM, visit www.acpm.org.
