Join the SFC’s enlightening first FEED Week event on Monday, April 8th at 7pm in Warner 209, "An Evening With Dr. Kofi Essel on The Power of Food As Medicine” where we will explore the crucial intersection of nutrition, health, and societal well-being. Food insecurity is a complex issue far beyond just a lack of food, and signifies a deeper challenge of accessing nutritious and affordable options and the health outcomes that flow from that gap. Dr. Kofi Essel, MD, MPH, FAAP is the inaugural Food As Medicine program director at Elevance Health where he leads innovative approaches to address diet related chronic diseases and social risk using novel food interventions. Dr. Essel will delve into how addressing food scarcity is vital for combating chronic conditions and improving overall health outcomes. This conversation will shed light on the concept of food as medicine — a transformative approach that integrates nutritious food access into healthcare services to prevent, manage, and treat disease. Discover how providers and policymakers, like Dr. Essel, are taking a groundbreaking step towards integrating food-based interventions for a healthier future. Don't miss this compelling dialogue on how we all can enhance health for ourselves and our communities through the power of nutrition. To reserve a ticket visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-as-medicine-a-conversation-with-dr-kofi-essel-tickets-861106050377?aff=oddtdtcreator
To learn more you can visit the following:
(16) Kofi Essel, MD, MPH, FAAP | LinkedIn
Dr. Kofi Essel • Partnership For A Healthier America
Kofi Essel, MD, MPH, FAAP — Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives