54th Annual Advances in Family Medicine: Culinary Medicine (MJ2702)

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 set of self-paced online modules focused on integrating evidence-based nutritional and culinary principles into clinical care.

• Available September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026.

• Learners who select this option may complete the material at their own pace and claim additional credit.

• See the online schedule for a list of the course modules

1. Register for the course using the Registration Promo Code provided in your program confirmation.

2. After registering, navigate to the Tests tab on the course page.

3. Select Start Module, then click Launch Module to begin.

4. Complete all required module content and associated Post-Tests.

5. After completing all modules, submit the Course Evaluation which you will find under Module 10.

6. Access and download your certificate in CloudCME under:

7. My CME > Evaluations and Certificates

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

The following hotels are located near the conference site. To make reservations, please call the hotels directly. No room block has been reserved.

Transit Options

Worried about getting to the U District? The light rail station is located just outside our location! Travel directly from Sea-Tac International Airport to our front door. Take the 1 Line, and step off at "U District Station." More information about Light Rail HERE.

Visit Seattle

Learn more about Seattle activities, lodging, restaurants and other attractions at Visit Seattle.

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

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

Exhibitors are welcome at this event. 

We have two exhibitor levels, Premium and Standard. Premium space is limited to one table. Additional information on exhibiting can be found in this year's 54th Annual Advances in Family Medicine and Primary Care prospectus.

Any exhibitors paying with a credit card will be charged an additional 5% processing fee.

Email [email protected] if you are interested in registering as an exhibitor for this event.