54th Annual Advances in Family Medicine: Culinary Medicine On-Demand (MJ2702B)

Culinary Medicine Program Overview

The Culinary Medicine Program is an innovative educational experience that bridges the gap between nutrition science and clinical practice. Through a combination of evidence-based nutrition education, hands-on culinary instruction, and practical patient counseling strategies, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to promote healthy eating behaviors and improve health outcomes.

Designed for healthcare professionals, trainees, and interdisciplinary care teams, the program explores the role of food as a cornerstone of disease prevention and management. Participants learn how dietary choices influence common chronic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and gastrointestinal disorders, while developing practical approaches to help patients make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Through interactive cooking demonstrations and experiential learning activities, learners are introduced to techniques for meal planning, food preparation, culinary skills, and culturally responsive nutrition recommendations. The curriculum emphasizes translating nutrition evidence into realistic, patient-centered guidance that can be applied in a variety of clinical and community settings.

By combining culinary skills with clinical knowledge, the Culinary Medicine Program empowers healthcare professionals to confidently discuss nutrition with patients, model healthy behaviors, and integrate food-based interventions into everyday practice. Ultimately, the program supports a holistic approach to health by recognizing the powerful connection between what we eat and overall well-being.

PROGRAM ON-DEMAND

Program Format

• A series of self-paced online modules designed to help healthcare professionals integrate evidence-based nutrition and culinary medicine principles into clinical practice.

• Content is available September 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.

• Learners may complete modules at their own pace and in any order after completing Module 0 - Introduction and Course Overview (No Credit)

• Participants who registered for the course after Sept. 1 will receive an email with the registration promo code to access the course and a link to the course evaluation.

• Participants may claim credit only for modules completed, including the associated post-test requirements.

• A Course Evaluation must be completed before a certificate can be issued.

• Certificates may be downloaded in CloudCME® under My CME > Evaluations and Certificates after all requirements have been met.

1. Integrate principles of integrative and culinary nutrition—including key nutrients, dietary patterns, and cultural and lifestyle influences—into evidence-based approaches for promoting health and preventing chronic disease.
2. Apply culinary medicine concepts by developing condition-specific, whole food dietary recommendations tailored to individual patient needs, preferences, and wellness goals.
3. Discuss the connections between diet, culture, lifestyle, and wellness, and how culinary nutrition can be customized for individual needs.

Important: Participants who register after September 1 will receive the registration promo code by email within 48-72 hours of registration. If you have not received your Promo Code as expected, please email [email protected].

1. Register for the on-demand content using the Registration Promo Code sent to you via email (if after Sept. 1)

2. After registering, navigate to the Tests tab on the course page to view the list of modules.

3. Begin with Module 0 and select Launch Module to open the module and review the course overview.

4. After completing Module 0, you may start any module by selecting the Pre-Test button.

5. Complete the required content and associated post-test for each module from which you wish to claim credit.

6. Once you have completed all desired modules, submit the Course Evaluation which you will find in Module 11 and in the email that was send with the promo code to access the course.

7. Access and download your certificate in CloudCME^® under My CME >> Evaluations and Certificates

Important: All course requirements must be completed by December 31, 2026. For assistance, contact [email protected].

The Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) Office at the University of Washington is a self-sustaining unit and does not depend on or receive public monies in support of its educational efforts. Fees for this course are estimated to cover the costs of conducting this course. These costs include salaries, registration and credit recording, instructional materials, transcript of credit, record keeping, faculty planning, evaluation, and digital materials. If you have not received confirmation prior to the course start, please contact the IPCE office at [email protected]. IPCE will not be responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed.

MODULES

SPECIAL SERVICES

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.543.6452/TTY, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at [email protected]

DISCLOSURE OF FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

Disclosure of Financial Relationships can be found under the Faculty section on this program site. Select the faculty name hyperlink to view disclosure details.

In support of improving patient care, the University of Washington School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this Other (Live with Extended Viewing) for a maximum of 41.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (Culinary Medicine Enduring Material has a maximum of 7.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™) 

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 41.5 Interprofessional Continuing Education 41.5 credits for learning and change. (Culinary Medicine Enduring Material has a maximum of 7.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits)

The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 41.5 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (Culinary Medicine Enduring Material has a maximum of 7.75 ANCC contact hour(s))

CE Credit Breakdown

CE credits are available for live viewing and extended viewing for recorded activities. Attendees should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in/viewing the recording of the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

University of Washington School of Medicine adheres to the Joint Accreditation's Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of an accredited activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others in control of content are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the start of the activity. All those in control of content have no financial relationships to disclose, unless otherwise listed.

Debra Bell, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Family Medicine
Co-Director of Education, Osher Center for Integrative Health
University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Daniel Berndt, PA-C
Teaching Associate
Department of Family Medicine
UW Medicine

Nelson Chiu, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Department of Family Medicine
UW MedicineWA

Emily Hilderman, ARNP
Teaching Associate
Department of Family Medicine
University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Elizabeth C Hutchinson, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Department of Family Medicine
UW Medicine - Primary & Urgent Care at Ravenna
Seattle, WA

Iman Majd, MD, MS, LAc
Associate Professor
Department of Family Medicine
Director of Osher Center for Integrative Medicine
University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Kelly Morrow, MS
Dietitian Nutritionist
UW Medicine | Osher Center for Integrative Health

Jennifer Shen, MD, MPH
Clinic Medical Director, UWPC Shoreline
Clinic Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine
Primary Care and Population Health, UW Medicine
University of Washington
Shoreline, WA