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ForwardWednesday Keynote Presentation: The Problems with Parachutes - And What They Can Teach Us About Optimizing the Impact of Lifestyle Medicine
Parachutes, while lifesaving, are not without notable problems—problems that, interestingly, parallel those faced in implementing Lifestyle Medicine. Firstly, despite their effectiveness, parachutes are difficult to validate through the most robust research methodologies. Secondly, parachutes are ineffective if they are not large enough. Thirdly, parachutes require ongoing maintenance. And finally, parachutes must be deployed to be lifesaving. In this presentation, we will critically examine these “problems” with parachutes and explore how they provide valuable lessons for enhancing the implementation, effectiveness, and sustained impact of Lifestyle Medicine interventions.
Learning Objectives
- List key design features that enhance engagement and effectiveness in Lifestyle Medicine interventions.
- Describe target populations and delivery channels most conducive to the successful integration and scalability of Lifestyle Medicine interventions.
- Demonstrate practical strategies for implementing Lifestyle Medicine programs effectively in various real-world settings.
- Darren Morton, PhD
Available Credit
- 1.00 AAFP Prescribed
The AAFP has reviewed Wednesday Keynote Presentation: The Problems with Parachutes - And What They Can Teach Us About Optimizing the Impact of Lifestyle Medicine and deemed it acceptable for up to 1.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 11/15/2025 to 1/15/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 1.00 ABIM Medical Knowledge
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- 1.00 ABLM MOC
The American Board of Lifestyle Medicine has approved 1.00 maintenance of certification credits (MOC) for this learning activity.
- 1.00 ABS Accredited CME
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- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
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- 1.00 Attendance
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- 1.00 NBC-HWC
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- 1.00 Participation (AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for non-MDs)
Rush University Medical Center designates this Enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 1.00 Physical Therapy CE
Rush University Medical Center is an approved provider for physical therapy (216.000378) and occupational therapy (224.000220) by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. Rush University Medical Center designates this Enduring material for 1.00 continuing education credits.