Sunday Pre-Conference Workshop: How to Integrate Spirituality and Religiosity into Lifestyle Medicine Practice?

In lifestyle medicine, spirituality and religiosity (S/R) are increasingly recognized as integral components of holistic patient care. Research demonstrates that addressing S/R can significantly impact mental, emotional, and physical health outcomes, enhancing patient satisfaction and adherence to treatment plans. Despite this, many practitioners feel ill-equipped to navigate these sensitive topics in clinical practice, with a lack of training and time being the most cited barriers. This interactive, hands-on workshop is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, equipping participants with practical tools and strategies to effectively integrate S/R into lifestyle medicine. By focusing on both conceptual understanding and skill-building, participants will leave the session confident in their ability to address S/R in a respectful, patient-centered, and evidence-based manner. The workshop begins with a brief overview of definitions and the latest research highlighting the impact of S/R on health outcomes as well as its relation to lifestyle medicine (LM) pillars. Participants will then explore the ethical and cultural considerations of addressing S/R, ensuring that practices align with patient autonomy, cultural competence, and professional guidelines. This workshop is designed for a diverse audience of lifestyle medicine practitioners, including physicians, health professionals, health coaches, and others who are eager to expand their skill set in providing holistic, patient-centered care. Whether you are new to S/R integration or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide valuable insights, skills, and practical tools to enrich your practice and improve patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives

  1. Discuss the role of spirituality and religiosity in promoting mental and physical health within the context of lifestyle medicine.
  2. Determine how to address S/R in a culturally competent, ethical, and patient-centered manner.
  3. Acquire hands-on experience using validated tools and frameworks for assessing and integrating S/R into clinical care.
Course summary
Course opens: 
11/16/2025
Course expires: 
01/16/2026
Cost:
$0.00
  • Clara Correa Fernandes, MD
  • John Kelly, MD, MPH, LM Intensivist

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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