Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Is an online course as good as in-person training?
Answer: Absolutely! Several studies show that online education is just as good (if not better) than in-person instruction. To find out more, check out this post on the benefits of online learning:
http://blog.teachable.com/benefits-of-online-learning
Question: As a medical professional, why should I care about nutrition? I have enough on my plate!
Answer: While you don't need to know as much as a dietitian (we have a purpose), it is important to know what affects your patients (and your own) health. Most medical schools have less than 25 hours (some have no required) of nutrition education! Facilitating change of underlying lifestyle issues that stem from nutrition, exercise, addictions, and mental health issues, rather than just saying "lose weight" or "stop smoking," can make all the difference between a "frequent flyer" in your practice (that is getting worse), and a person who is making healthy changes - taking charge of their health.
Now, I am not suggesting you go back to college, but you can do some additional training in your spare minutes.
Common side effects: greater confidence, patient improvement, and jealous peers.
PBS: www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/improve-patient-diets-doctor-kitchen/
Question: Is an online course as good as in-person training?
Answer: Absolutely! Several studies show that online education is just as good (if not better) than in-person instruction. To find out more, check out this post on the benefits of online learning:
http://blog.teachable.com/benefits-of-online-learning
Question: As a medical professional, why should I care about nutrition? I have enough on my plate!
Answer: While you don't need to know as much as a dietitian (we have a purpose), it is important to know what affects your patients (and your own) health. Most medical schools have less than 25 hours (some have no required) of nutrition education! Facilitating change of underlying lifestyle issues that stem from nutrition, exercise, addictions, and mental health issues, rather than just saying "lose weight" or "stop smoking," can make all the difference between a "frequent flyer" in your practice (that is getting worse), and a person who is making healthy changes - taking charge of their health.
Now, I am not suggesting you go back to college, but you can do some additional training in your spare minutes.
Common side effects: greater confidence, patient improvement, and jealous peers.
PBS: www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/improve-patient-diets-doctor-kitchen/
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