We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

OCHSNER HEALTH BATON ROUGE – DEPARTMENT OF LIFESTYLE MEDICINE

Ochsner Health Baton Rouge currently has a FULL-TIME opportunity for a lifestyle medicine doctor to join its busy practice. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced lifestyle medicine doctor to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of lifestyle medicine and will be responsible for providing personalized, evidence-based medical care that integrates these two approaches to promote optimal health and wellness for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate lifestyle factors, genetic predispositions, and other relevant health indicators. Develop personalized treatment plans that incorporate lifestyle modifications, such as nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and sleep optimization, tailored to individual patient needs. Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to identify markers that may impact disease risk, treatment response, and overall health outcomes. Stay current with advancements in lifestyle medicine research, and integrate new evidence-based practices into clinical care. Educate and empower patients to take an active role in their health management and disease prevention through lifestyle modifications and personalized treatment strategies. Participate in community outreach and educational programs to promote awareness of lifestyle and precision medicine approaches and their potential impact on public health.

Qualifications:

Medical degree from an accredited institution and board certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., internal medicine, family medicine, or preventive medicine). Additional training or certification in lifestyle medicine, precision medicine, or related fields is highly desirable. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and motivate patients to make sustainable lifestyle changes. Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning in the rapidly evolving fields of lifestyle and precision medicine. Experience in developing and running a lifestyle medicine clinic preferred but not required

              

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