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Public Opinion Report Of Nutrition Education And Nutrition-Related Behaviors, Kristen Hicks-Roof, Robert J. Zeglin, Daniel Manson, Corinne A. Labyak Jun 2019

Public Opinion Report Of Nutrition Education And Nutrition-Related Behaviors, Kristen Hicks-Roof, Robert J. Zeglin, Daniel Manson, Corinne A. Labyak

Kristen Hicks-Roof

Objectives: Sources of obtaining credible evidence-based nutrition knowledge appears to be more and more limited as nutrition information becomes widespread. The purpose of this study was to determine sources of nutrition information and corresponding nutrition-related behaviors among Florida residents. Study Design: A cross-sectional study.

Methods: A telephone survey was conducted using probability sampling with residents of Florida in October 2017.Results: A total of 611 respondents completed the survey from 45 different counties across Florida. A significant relationship was established between age and primary source of obtaining nutrition information. Young, middle age and elderly adults preferred media, registered dietitians and physicians/nurses …

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Online Nutrition And T2dm Continuing Medical Education Course Launched On State-Level Medical Association, Kristen K. Hicks, P. S. Murano May 2017

Online Nutrition And T2dm Continuing Medical Education Course Launched On State-Level Medical Association, Kristen K. Hicks, P. S. Murano

Kristen Hicks-Roof

Objective: The purpose of this research study was to determine whether a 1-hour online continuing medical education (CME) course focused on nutrition for type 2 diabetes would result in a gain in nutrition knowledge by practicing physicians. 
Methods: A practicing physician and dietitian collaborated to develop an online CME course (both webinar and self-study versions) on type 2 diabetes. This 1-hour accredited course was launched through the state-level medical association’s education library, available to all physicians.
Results: Physicians (n=43) registered for the course, and of those, 31 completed the course in its entirety. A gain in knowledge …

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Physician Perspectives On Nutrition Counseling And Nutrition Focused Continuing Medical Education In Texas, Kristen K. Hicks, P. Murano Dec 2015

Physician Perspectives On Nutrition Counseling And Nutrition Focused Continuing Medical Education In Texas, Kristen K. Hicks, P. Murano

Kristen Hicks-Roof

To assess Texas physician nutrition counseling practices and interest in nutrition continuing education opportunities that would enhance patient care. A simple online survey was developed, validated then randomly distributed to physicians across Texas between May 2015 and August 2015. Participants (n=54) completed the survey regarding demographics, incorporation of nutrition with patient care, and nutrition-related continuing education opportunities. Physicians across Texas overwhelmingly reported insufficient incorporation of nutrition counseling into their practice and were in favor of additional continuing medical education (CME) opportunities focused on nutrition. Our results showed 89% of physicians care for patients who require nutrition counseling “Sometimes” or “Usually/Always”. …

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