Collaborative Curriculum on Chronic Obesity

Enhancing medical student competence in the diagnosis and management of obesity

Full Project Name:Collaborative Curriculum on Chronic ObesityPrincipal Investigator:Jeffrey A Morzinski, PhD, Family MedicineCo-Investigator:Douglas Bower, MD, Family Medicine; Ann Maguire, MD, Medicine; Paola Palma Sisto, MD, PediatricsAward Amount:$145,231

Award Date

January2006

Project Duration:36 months

Project Description Narrative:

Wisconsin’s chronic obesity care depends on several factors, including the quality education of physicians. This project will establish curriculum changes that will establish new and vital changes for three MCW ambulatory clerkships, resulting in improved quality education and better health outcomes for Wisconsin. The researchers are confident that their presentation and dissemination plan will ensure that the impact of this project will extend across Wisconsin, the Midwest and the United States.